Lake Ozark Vacation Destinations

Fourth of July weekend is a much-anticipated event at Lake of the Ozarks. A weekend at the lake is always a blast, but this weekend will be a whole other level of fun. If you are planning on attending some of the public fireworks displays you are going to have a variety of choices, by land and water. See exactly when and where to be in this week’s blog. We have a list of all the Independence Day Celebrations and Fireworks Displays in the lake area for your convenience below (courtesy of funlake.com).  LAKE AREA FIREWORKS & JULY 4TH CELEBRATIONS -Jul 1, 2022 - Jul 4, 2022 Dale Hollow Winery July 1; 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm Stover, MO Phone: 573-569-0094 dalehollowwinery.com Captain Ron’s July 3; Fireworks Begin at Dusk Sunrise Beach, MO | 34.5 MM By Water Phone: 573-374-5852 captainronsatthelake.com City of Linn Creek July 3; Fireworks Begin at Dusk Linn Creek City Park; Linn Creek, MO Phone: 573-346-6200 linncreekmo.com Bear Bottom Resort July 2 and 4; 9:45 pm Each Night Sunrise Beach...

The Lake of the Ozarks is an AMAZING place for live music, especially in the summertime! We are so fortunate to have multiple concert venues to choose from and some great artists coming to the lake. These bands are well worth making a trip to the lake to see, and we have lodging choices all over the lake area so you can stay a few days and make it an event. To see who will be here, we have the summer line-up for 3 different concert venues at Lake of the Ozarks in this blog for you.   photo credit: Fun Lake MO Ozarks Amphitheater Summer Concert Series Address: 2629 N Business Rte 5, Camdenton, MO 65020 Website: https://ozarksamphitheater.com/ Artists:  Brett Young – June 17, 2022 @7:00 PM Brothers Osborne with special guest Stephen Wilson Jr. – June 24, 2022 @ 7:00 PM Ozark Mountain Daredevils – July 9, 2022 @ 7:00 PM Kansas with special guest .38 Special – July 15, 2022 @ 7:00 PM Little Big Town – July 29, 2022 @ 7:00 PM Get the LED Out – July 31, 2022 @ 7:00 PM Hillsong ...

Are you in the planning stages of a family vacation at Lake of the Ozarks ? We are so excited for you! We know you’re going to have a blast, and make tons of lifelong memories with your family. The Lake the Ozarks is a great place for relaxing, bonding, and having adventures as well! While you are deciding what to do and where to stay at Lake of the Ozarks , we wanted to share some tips for you when it comes to deciding on your lodging. Many people are happy to learn how vacation homes or condos compare in cost to hotel rooms for a family vacation. But when it comes to the accommodations and the atmosphere, there is no comparison. If you would like to know 5 reasons why your family vacation could be way better in a lakefront vacation home or condo than a hotel, just keep reading. 1) Enjoy a Beautiful View You chose the Lake of the Ozarks for a reason, and having that lake front view makes your whole trip about enjoying the beautiful lake scenery. When you get to wake up to a lake view,...

Who doesn’t love a great waterslide, swimming pool, or waterpark when things heat up? Of course, we have the lake and all the water sports you could want, but we also have some very exciting and popular water attractions at the Lake of the Ozarks too. If you like playing in the water or hanging out at the pool, you have some amazing options to choose from at Lake of the Ozarks. No matter where you’re located, there’s going to be something nearby for you to enjoy. We went to funlake.com and found five that we wanted to share with you! BIG SURF WATERPARK 954 State Road Y Linn Creek MO 65052 Phone: 573-346-6111 Email: info@bigsurfwaterpark.com Dive into big fun at Big Surf Family Fun Water Park at Lake of the Ozarks! - 375,000 Gallon Wave Pool - The awesome Zambezi Falls - Raging Rapids - Space Bowl - Lazy River - Tropical Splash Island for toddlers - Activity Pool Playground We have full service snack bar is on site to give you plenty of energy for your day at Big Surf. Groups of any siz...

For generations, the Lake of the Ozarks has been a destination location for families. People come from all over Missouri and even across the nation to experience all that Lake of the Ozarks has to offer. No matter the ages and interests of your family members, there is something at Lake of the Ozarks that day will enjoy. So, if you are looking for ways to bond with your family and make some lasting memories, the Lake of the Ozarks is a destination you won’t want to miss. Keep reading this blog if you would like to hear 5 ways your family can bond on a vacation at Lake the Ozarks . photo credit: Fun Lake MO 1) Experiencing Family Firsts Seeing the excitement on a kid’s face when they catch their first fish is something you never forget. Have your kids been on there for the first boat ride yet? Have they seen their first real-life castle like at Ha Ha Tonka? Have they been wakeboarding? Or hoverboarding? Have they been in their first cave? When you visit the Lake of the Ozarks , there ar...

Planning a wedding can be so much fun when you have a destination location like the Lake of the Ozarks. There are a multitude of reasons that people choose the Lake of the Ozarks as their wedding destination. Over the years we have hosted lots of couples who have gotten married at Lake of the Ozarks and have witnessed how much they have enjoyed the experience. If you are recently engaged and in the process of deciding where you’d like to get married, we have some great reasons why planning your wedding at Lake of the Ozarks could make the whole process easier and more enjoyable. Just keep reading to hear a few of the advantages of getting married at Lake of the Ozarks . Scenic Beauty to Remember The Lake of the Ozarks offers a fun and memorable atmosphere and a gorgeous backdrop for your guests to remember. This area is famous for its natural scenery and provides a ton of options for environmental wedding pictures. It is also a place that your guest will look forward to experiencing a...

For so many reasons, the Lake of the Ozarks is considered one of the Midwest’s Premier golfing destinations. We have amazing golf courses with a variety of features designed by professional golfers including Arnold Palmer, Thomas Weiskopf, Robert Trent Jones Senior, and Jack Nicklaus! We are also located at the nation's top recreational lake nestled in the Ozark Hills. The scenery from the golf courses at Lake of the Ozarks is truly unique. Plus, there are so many things to do at the lake when you’re not golfing, you can plan a complete trip that is fun for everyone the whole time you are here. If you have not put a golf trip at Lake of the Ozarks on your bucket list, we think you really should. To hear 3 reasons why we think you’ll be glad you did, keep reading this blog! Beauty There are golf courses to choose from all over the lake, and each one of them is special. The rugged hills and valleys create fun challenges and even better views. It is worth it to plan a trip to Lake of...

There is something truly special about the bond between grandparents and grandchildren. It is a relationship like no other, and when they get together, they make memories that last a lifetime. The lake is a perfect place to make those kinds of memories and having a lakefront vacation rental home at Lake of the Ozarks can make the experience even more personal. Just think dock time with the grandkids … going fishing and bobbing in the water in the sunshine together. It is a formula for quality time for sure! If you are looking for ways to spend more time with your grandkids, we have 5 ideas on things you can do with them on a vacation at Lake of the Ozarks . If you’re interested in some fun activities to do with your grandkids this summer, keep reading this blog! (Photo credit for all photos in this blog: Fun Lake MO) 1) Boating There’s nothing like getting out on the water and cruising down the lake to put everybody in the same state of mind. You will usually see it on everyone’s face...

In spite of the recent snow, spring is right around the corner! That means one of the lake's favorite spring events is coming up soon too! Have you made plans for Spring Harbor Hop 2022? Harbor Hop is a twice-yearly event that many boaters refuse to miss. Our vacation rental company at Lake of the Ozarks has lodging available all over the lake. To see what is available, simply go to  http://www.lakeoftheozarksrentalproperties.com/  and click on the vacation rentals tab. Lodging at Lake of the Ozarks during Harbor Hop will book quickly, so check out the website soon, and pick your favorite lakefront home. photo credit: Fun Lake MO HARBOR HOP 2022 The Lake of the Ozarks Harbor Hop is held twice a year. The Spring Harbor Hop is held the first Saturday in May, the Fall Harbor Hop is held the second Saturday in October. Here's how it works: Draw cards at more than 40 locations around the Lake of the Ozarks to make a winning poker hand in the Harbor Hop.  Enter at any of the ...