On The Horizon

On The Horizon

by Nathan Bechtold The Lake’s skyline is changing. Among the abundant, rolling hills and sheer cliffs, several prominent developments are rising, as crews labor on some of the biggest projects this place has ever seen. Here’s what’s on the horizon for 2026 and beyond…...
Boat Gas 24/7/365

Boat Gas 24/7/365

Need boat gas after hours (or in the winter)?  We found three spots to get it.   From October to April, cold weather imposes the “offseason” at Lake of the Ozarks. And as fall turns to winter, many marinas close or operate with reduced hours until the spring. ...
The Newest, Fastest Electric Boat

The Newest, Fastest Electric Boat

In the quest for electric-powered speed on the water, a group of college students thinks they may have discovered the secret formula. by Janet Dabbs   A collegiate team is attempting to design and engineer the fastest electric boat the world has ever seen. The...
Got Gotti’s Boat?

Got Gotti’s Boat?

When Shane Quam started digging into the history of his Fountain ICBM powerboat, he found connections to a dark past… by Tegan Pasley   Sleek. Fast. And blood-red. Shane Quam’s 1987 Fountain is the kind of boat that turns heads. And this powerboat has a...
Jellyfish In The Lake

Jellyfish In The Lake

Every August, with waters warmed by the summer sun, a creature begins to emerge in Lake of the Ozarks that most folks never suspected was there. It’s a jellyfish.   There’s more to this story! Click to create a free account or sign in keep...
Shootout Poker Run 2024 Photos

Shootout Poker Run 2024 Photos

It’s one of the biggest go-fast gatherings at the Lake. This year’s Poker Run is set for Friday, Aug. 22, 2025. Here’s a look at last year’s fun.   There’s more to this story! Click to create a free account or sign in keep...