Summer at Lake of the Ozarks

Margaritaville Lake Resort at the Lake of the Oarks offers a variety of lodging on the lake. Amenities include three outdoor pools, one indoor pool, a full-service marina, horseback riding, spa and salon, restaurants, bars and lounges, boutique and specialty shops, 18 holes of championship golf, a bowling alley and more.

See the lake from above with Paradise Parasail in Lake Ozark. Once you take in the view from 500 feet up, you can opt for your choice of “dip” – enough to get your toes wet or a thrilling free fall dunk in the water.

Towering bluffs offer a majestic view of the lake. The remains of a circa 1905 stone castle are a popular attraction in this park, which also features hiking trails and a large natural spring.

Guides tours take you underground where Bridal Cave stays 60 degrees year-round. See fascinating rock formations including a stalactite adorned “chapel” where thousands of weddings have taken place.

Race headfirst down Patriot’s Plunge, our 5-story mat racer slide, or hold-on tight on Rushmore River, a whitewater raft adventure for all ages. Kids love Adventure Island, a giant aquatic playground, while adults unwind at Key Largo Landing. With over a dozen slides, a mega wave pool, and splash zones designed for every age, SuperSplash USA is more than a park

This Tom Weiskopf signature golf course is carved out of the Ozark hills to make the most of the area’s natural beauty. The 18-hole course, located at Old Kinderhook Resort, features rolling terrain and rock-lined waterfalls.

Main Street Music Hall features two shows – the Best of Main Street Opry and Reelin’ in the Years: Music from the 60s, 70s and 80s - for much of the year. Catch their holiday show, Christmas on Main Street, in November and December.

Travel by boat or car to Captain Ron's Bar and Grill. The lakefront restaurant offers an assortment of sandwiches, salads, seafood, Mexican dishes and pizza. Summer weekends feature live music.

Baxter's Lakeside Grille offers upscale yet casual dining. The menu includes steaks, prime rib, and an array of seafood. The bluff-top location features great views, especially at sunset.