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Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri

Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri, USA
Photo: Tony Webster from Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Lake of the Ozarks, in central Missouri, is the Midwest's great summer lake. Boating, waterfront restaurants, golf and lakeside resorts make it an ideal getaway for families and groups.

Things to do in Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri

  1. 1 Go boating, jet skiing or fishing on the lake.
  2. 2 Eat at restaurants you can reach by boat.
  3. 3 Visit Ha Ha Tonka State Park and its castle ruins.
  4. 4 Tour Bridal Cave.
  5. 5 Play golf at lakeside resorts.

Practical information for Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri

Entry requirements can change: we review them with you before every trip.

Airports
Springfield, MO (SGF) · Columbia, MO (COU) · Kansas City, MO (MCI) · San Luis (St. Louis), MO (STL)
Documents for US citizens
U.S. citizens: domestic travel with a REAL ID (required since May 2025) or a passport. Foreign visitors: valid passport and ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a B1/B2 tourist visa depending on nationality; U.S. permanent residents and other passports: check based on nationality.Read more ▾
Currency
U.S. dollar (USD). Cards accepted almost everywhere
Language
English (Spanish widely spoken in Florida, Texas, California, New York)
Time zone
1 hour behind Miami (Central time, CST/CDT; with daylight saving time)
Plugs
Type A/B, 120V (same as the U.S.; no adapter needed)
Weather
Hot, humid summers (32 °C), cold winters.

Hotels we recommend

The Lodge at Old Kinderhook Golf Resort

Lake of the Ozarks ★★★

The Lodge at Old Kinderhook Golf Resort

  • Room only

3-star hotel in Lake of the Ozarks, Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri. 5 room types to choose from.

Hotels in Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri (3)

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