Lake of the Ozarks Vacation and Resort Properties

Lake of the Ozarks is a man-made reservoir on the Osage River in the central Missouri Ozarks. It has over 1150 miles of shoreline and the main channel is 92 miles in length. Though designed for hydroelectric power, Lake of the Ozarks is an important Midwest vacation destination with more than 3 million visitors each year. Vacation homes are plentiful. Some people call it the "Midwest Coast" because, in all, more than 70,000 properties provide enjoyment of the lakeshore and its spectacular scenery. The lake's appeal is enhanced by the fact that its level varies very little, since it is not made for flood control or irrigation. Public access is provided by Lake of the Ozarks State Park (Missouri's largest) and Ha Ha Tonka State Park, as well as others.

Pomme De Terre Lake (37 miles) Cool, clear spring waters make this lake the "Gem of the... More

Stockton Lake (65 miles) Stockton Lake, one of the Ozarks best kept secrets, is located on the Sac River in Southwest Missouri, tucked into the foothills of the scenic Ozark Mountain range. Its pristine waters are home to several species of fish, including small and largemouth bass, crappie, white bass, walleye, catfish, and sunfish, to name a few. In addition to great fishing, Stockton Lake is a popular choice for the sailing enthusiast.There are three full-service marinas on the lake:Mutton Creek Marina -... More

Wilson's Creek National Battlefield (81 miles) The battle fought here on August 10, 1861, was the first major Civil War engagement west of the Mississippi River, involving about 5,400 Union troops and 12,000 Confederates. Although a Confederate victory, the Southerners failed to capitalize on their success. The battle led to greater federal military activity in Missouri, and set the stage for the Battle of Pea Ridge in March 1862. Wilson's Creek was also the scene of the death of Nathaniel Lyon, the first Union general to be killed in... More

Harry S Truman Dam And Reservoir (90 miles) Located adjacent to the Lake of the Ozarks or a short drive north of Branson, Truman features excellent fishing, hunting, camping, hiking, and boating opportunities. Truman Lake also offers a regional visitor center and powerplant exhibit area. Rugged hills, scenic bluffs, hardwood forest and prairie offer some of the best scenery in the... More