Top Things to do in Lake of the Ozarks
Top Hotels in Lake of the Ozarks
- 1. Holiday Inn Express Osage Beach - Lake of the Ozarks, an IHG Hotel
- 2. Lodge of Four Seasons
- 3. Old Kinderhook Resort, Golf Club, & Spa
- 4. Baymont by Wyndham Osage Beach
- 5. Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake of the Ozarks
- 6. Camden on the Lake Resort
- 7. Sleep Inn & Suites Lake of the Ozarks
- 8. Regalia Hotel & Conference Center
- 9. Days Inn by Wyndham Osage Beach Lake of the Ozarks
- 10. Inn At Grand Glaize
Things to do in Lake of the Ozarks, Lake of the Ozarks: The Best Nature & Parks
Discover the best top things to do in Lake of the Ozarks, United States including Ha Ha Tonka State Park, Stark Caverns, Lake of the Ozarks State Park, Bridal Cave, Funny Farm Petting Zoo, Bagnell Dam, Mermaid Cove Marina Rv & Resort, River Bottom MX.
Restaurants in Lake of the Ozarks
1. Ha Ha Tonka State Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 807 reviews
Imposing architecture and breathtaking scenery combine to make Ha Ha Tonka State Park one of Missouri’s most treasured spots. Located on the Lake of the Ozarks, the park features the stone ruins of a turn-of-the-20th-century castle built by a prominent Kansas City businessman high atop a bluff. More than 15 miles of trails traverse the park, leading visitors to sinkholes, natural bridges, caves and down to the lake.
Reviewed By ozbound08 - Texas, United States
What a fantastic find! Many different trails, some lead into each other. We went to the castle; slightly uphill, but on a paved path and many people of varied ages and abilities were visiting. You cannot get all the way up to the castle (looks as though it used to be paved along the perimeter) We also hiked the Colosseum trail, the Spring trail and to the water tower (Many steps up). The natural bridge was a beautiful sight but it was a little strenuous on the full loop, rocky and uneven in places. Beautiful views from various points. Kayaks available for rental & people were fishing. NO entrance fee!! Small visitor area upon arrival. Picnic areas throughout the park. Wonderful stop!!
2. Stark Caverns
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 106 reviews
Stark Caverns is located near Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri. Just 6 1/2 miles east of Bagnell Dam off Hwy 54. The cave contains an underground lake, ancient bear beds, Moonshiner's Dam, Native American artifacts, a wishing well and a wide variety of cave formations including Helectites, Helegmites, Stromatolites, Stalactites, Stalagmites, unsurpassed Spongework and Cave Coral. We offer our standard cave tour as well as a black light tour which takes place several days a week at the end of the day. Check the web site for details. We have a great gift shop, education/event space and mining sluice. From May - August, tours are hourly or more frequent. From September - April, tours are at 10, 12, 2 and 4.
Reviewed By V7458NDsharonp
Really enjoyed our visit. Had a great time slusing our bag of gems. Very knowledgeable friendly tour guide made for a very interesting afternoon.
3. Lake of the Ozarks State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 142 reviews
Enjoy the solitude of an undeveloped cove hidden along the shorelines of one of Missouri’s largest lakes. Swim, fish, boat or simply take in the view from a shady campsite or picnic area overlooking the Lake of the Ozarks. The park offers the opportunity to enjoy a variety of recreational activities on the lake, on shore or underground with a tour of Ozark Caverns.
Reviewed By collieS714 - Austin, United States
We did our first road trip in a RV and selected this location for its proximity to the water. This was our favorite of four stops. Plenty of shade and right near the lake. (You can select sites closer to the lake with full sun). There is a great sandy beach area and plenty of other places to access the water. We rented a boat right on the premises for $48 per hour which is a steal. We loved that deer would frequent nearby.
4. Bridal Cave
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 494 reviews
Rated as one of the most scenic caverns in America, Bridal Cave has more formations per square foot than any other known cave or cavern in the United States. Park facilities include visitors center, cave tours, gift shop, rock shop, boat dock(on Lake of the Ozarks), nature trails, gemstone mining and observation tower. Open Year Round.
Reviewed By catt816 - Kansas City, United States
This was a really cool guided cave tour. There are several low spots where you'll have to be careful as well as a couple tight squeezes. Well worth the price, in my opinion. The reason I recommend going during the off-season is because you'll have a MUCH more personalized experience. During the summer months the tour groups may be upwards of 30 people at a time. That could be particularly tight in some of the Bridal Cave chambers and far from the tour guide. We went in February and there were a grand total of four people in our tour group. This allowed us to see everything we wanted to see, ask all the questions we wanted, and have a generally comfortable tour.
5. Funny Farm Petting Zoo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By Dylanhs - Pasadena, United States
The people who work here obviously love the animals, and the animals are all healthy and happy. A wonderful experience
6. Bagnell Dam
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 313 reviews
Reviewed By Y2604ZJmaryp
Drive over the dam and go to the lookout point for some great views of the lake. Then keep driving past the lookout point and make your way to the very bottom of the dam for some really great views of the dam itself. There's also Wilmoor Lodge across from the lookout point that has a great museum inside with more beautiful views of Lake of the Ozarks. Great place all the way around. Interesting information at the Lodge/ Visitor's Center. Spend time there and take in the beauty of it all. :)
7. Mermaid Cove Marina Rv & Resort
Over 50 beautiful acres located in the serene West side of the Lake of the Ozarks. Family friendly and fun! Full service RV park, marina, gas dock and more!
