Lake of the Ozarks State Park

The Lake of the Ozarks State Park is the largesttake a tour of the lake. Whether you plan to lounge
State Park in Missouri. Located just south of Osageon the lake or fish, you will definitely enjoy your time
Beach, the State Park is 17,441 acres and filled withon lovely Lake Ozarks.
fun and interesting things to do. If you are lookingThe open-air amphitheater is available from May until
for a pure outdoor paradise while on your vacation,October. At the amphitheater you can watch movies
Lake of the Ozarks State Park is one of the placesand slides about the natural wonder of Missouri state
you will want to visit.parks, found in the Lake of the Ozarks and other
The State Park offers 85 miles along the shore,areas of Missouri. During these months, you can also
which includes two public beaches. Along with thego on guided hikes or you can choose from a variety
beaches there are two boat launching areas. Also inof programs available in the warmer months.
the Lake of the Ozarks State Park there is an airportThe Ozark Caverns are an excellent stop for visitors
with a large runway, terminal building, taxiway, andof Lake of the Ozarks who are looking to get out of
fuel area. If you are looking to enjoy some activitiesthe heat. Handheld lanterns are used to allow visitors
in the outdoors you can visit one of the hiking trailsto discover the underground world of the Ozark
or you can check out the horseback riding stables.Cavern. The Ozark Cavern is home to Angel's
Additionally, children and young adults can enjoyShower, which is a waterfall that falls from the ceiling
activities sponsored by four youth camps in the park.to a bowl-like, stone basin existing on the stone floor
The Lake of the Ozarks aquatic trail is simplyof the cavern. Animals, not normally seen in the light
amazing. This trail can be found along the lake's shore.are also one of the popular viewing points of the
Originally designed for boaters who have stops tocaverns.
make by the buoys, you can look at the 14 highlightsIf you are planning to go into the caverns you might
along the shore by visiting the area firsthand or bywant to visit the Ozark Caverns Visitor Center. This
looking through a guidebook, which will tell you rightwill give you a chance to learn more about the
where these highlights are.cavern environment before you rush to experience
Along the Grand Glaize Arm of the Lake you will findwhat is down below. If you are near the Visitors
numerous park facilities. Enjoy a picnic dinner at oneCenter there are numerous trails offering beautiful
of the sand beaches or in the picnic area. Of course,scenic points of interest and diverse natural visuals
if you have a larger group you can rent one of theyou won't want to miss.
picnic shelters for a modest $40 fee to ensure theIf you are visiting the lake area for the outdoors,
shelter is free for your group. The boat ramps arewhich most people do, you will not want to miss
available to either launch your boat or rent one toLake of the Ozarks State Park.