If you're looking for a budget-friendly place to vacation, look no further than the Lake of the Ozarks. Not only is it centrally located, making it easily accessible from just about anywhere in the Midwest, but it's very affordable compared to other destinations. The
best vacation rental company at the Lake of the Ozarks has put together a list of FREE things to do while you're on vacation here.
Imposing architecture and breathtaking scenery combine to make Ha Ha Tonka State Park one of Missouri’s most treasured spots. Ha Ha Tonka State Park is a state-owned, public recreation area
encompassing over 3,700 acres on the Niangua arm of the Lake of the
Ozarks about 5 miles south of Camdenton. The park features the stone ruins of a turn-of-the-20
th-century castle, and more than 15 miles of trails traverse the park, leading visitors to sinkholes, natural bridges, caves, a natural spring and down to the Lake.
Lake of the Ozarks State Park, the largest park in Missouri, has a little something for everyone. From fishing and swimming to hiking and exploring, this park offers a variety of activities for people of all ages. There are two public swimming beaches to enjoy in the summertime. With 12 different trails winding their way through the park, there's plenty of exploring and exercise to be had.
Ameren Missouri's scenic overlook, located on Upper Power Plant Road,
provides a spectacular view of Bagnell Dam and the Lake of the Ozarks. The overlook features displays with information about the lake and dam,
including a view of the Osage River valley before the
dam was built.
One of the original turbines used to power the dam’s electric generators is also on display.
Perched
on a wooded hillside north of Bagnell Dam, historic Willmore Lodge
houses one of the best free attractions at the Lake of the Ozarks. This
unique log building was completed in 1930, and is now preserved as a
historic site. It houses the history of the Lake of the Ozarks region,
telling stories of the Osage River, the monumental engineering project
that became Bagnell Dam and the development of the Lake of the Ozarks,
one of the largest man-made lakes in the country.
The famous “Swinging Bridges of Brumley” are a sight and experience not to be missed at the Lake of the Ozarks! Located just west of Brumley, these two historic suspension bridges offer a great place to enjoy nature. The larger of the two bridges, is the 400 foot Auglaize Bridge and spans
Grand Glaize Creek, while the smaller Mill Creek steel suspension
100-foot bridge spans Mill Creek. The bridges are at right angles to
one another and 1,000 feet apart by roadway.
Artifacts from the historic towns of Camdenton, Laurie, Macks Creek,
Montreal, Osage Beach, Richland, Sunrise Beach, Stoutland, and all
around Camden County are on display at the Camden County Museum in Linn Creek. While the museum is perfect for self-guided tours, group tours are available by appointment. Exhibits include tools, clothing, furniture, firearms and Civil War
memorabilia, as well as the new addition of the Indian relics display.
In
the center of Thunder Mountain Park is the Thunder Mountain
Conservation Area. The spot is operated by the Missouri Department of
Conservation and features a visitors center, 3/4 mile nature trail,
archery lanes, picnic facilities and a 100-foot tall fire tower, with a
viewing platform at 80-feet. From bird watching to a relaxing picnic,
there's plenty of nature fun to be had here.
With a great variety of free activities to keep you busy while you're here, all you have to pay for is food, lodging and transportation. Stay in one of our private homes or
condos at the Lake of the Ozarks, and you'll have a fully stocked kitchen to prepare meals instead of eating out every night. If you're looking to take a vacation without spending a fortune, the Lake of the Ozarks is the place to visit this summer! Give
Your Lake Vacation a call at 877-284-0267 to book your reservations today!
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Are you looking for the perfect condo in the perfect location? Bridge Pointe Condos are located in the Heart of Osage Beach, right by the 110 Premium Outlet Mall. You're just minutes from anything and everything you could want to do during your Lake of the Ozarks vacation!
