Papa Chubby’s!
This lakeside resort serving up Chicago-style food is a must-go and must-stay this season! by Kate Robbins/LakeExpo Staff Chicago-style cuisine on Lake of the Ozarks? Boaters can find the best of the Windy City at Papa Chubby’s Lakeside Resort. With their lakeside...
Redhead Lakeside Grill Is A Summer Hotspot + Offseason Fave
by Nathan Bechtold, photos by Lake Shots Photography Redhead Lakeside Grill brings a lunch and dinner crowd, twelve months a year. Located at 21 Mile Marker (Redhead Cove) by water, or by land at 1700 Yacht Club Drive, Osage Beach, Redhead’s docks are full of boats...
Roxie’s Roadhouse: High-End Flavor With A Casual Vibe
No doubt, some special evenings call for gourmet dining. But typically, when you go out to eat, you crave two things: familiarity and excellence. At Roxie’s Roadhouse on the Lake Ozark Strip, familiar American fare is crafted with a rare kind of excellence....
DOCK DIGS: BARS AND KITCHENS
by Deanna Wolff Nothing complements dock life like a bar and/or kitchen! It’s the perfect place to hang out with family and friends after a delightful day out on the boat. Enjoy refreshing lakeside cocktails at the bar or cook a mess of fresh-caught crappie in your...
DOCK DIGS: FURNITURE AND ACCESSORIES
by Deanna Wolff Docks aren’t just for boats anymore. Customizing your dock for your individual needs will make your dock the place to hang out on hot summer days – and nights. Consider adding a few of the ideas below to your floating haven. Then grab your favorite...
DOCK DIGS: ELECTRONICS & UPGRADES
by Deanna Wolff When it’s time for fun on the dock, you want to be safe and you want to keep your stuff safe. These Lake of the Ozarks businesses have unique innovations to make your dock fun and safe, and a way to catch sneaky intruders in the act. 1. Dock Boxes and...
Take Better Boating Photos From Your Phone
Five tips for taking photos you'll be proud to share. by Ryerson Clark, republished courtesy of BoatUS Magazine, with introduction by Nathan Bechtold A day on Lake of the Ozarks is worth photographing. But whether your photos are worth looking at is a whole different...
Furry First Mates! 12 Tips For Bringing Your Pup Aboard
by Emily Smith“Dog people” are their own special breed of human. To us, dogs aren’t pets - they’re family - so it’s only natural that we want to take our furry children with us wherever we go, and that includes going on boat rides. Taking your dog out on...
Find The Best Wakeboard & Wakesurf Coves At Lake Of The Ozarks: Tips From A Pro
by Sydney Liesmann The Lake of the Ozarks is known for its fantastic scenery and recreational boating; however, it may not be the first place enthusiasts consider for recreational watersports. That is about to change. Kirby Liesmann, owner of Kirby’s...
4 Drinks On The Water’s Edge & Where To Find Them
by Al Griffin & Emily Smith Nectar Of The Gods — Paradise Restaurant Paradise’s signature drink, “Nectar of the Gods,” is like a peach party in your mouth! Made of white rum, Hiram Walker Peach Schnapps, and ice-blended mango drizzled with strawberry...
Party Lake/Family Lake – 1 Day, 2 Ways
Party LakeThere’s no “right way” to party by boat at Lake of the Ozarks, other than to always designate a sober captain. The not-so-secret ingredient to a righteous party and day of hopping is all about location. The days of Party Cove are all but dead,...
2019’s Can’t-Miss Calendar Of On-Water Events
There are loads of events happening at the Lake of the Ozarks so if you find yourself wondering, “What are we doing at the Lake this weekend?” It’s because you didn’t read this first. The boating season at Lake of the Ozarks may not be year-round. But for Lake of the...
Dock Safety Checklist! Do This Before You Power Up For The Season
While it would be nice if every aspect of boating were plug-and-play, the reality is: things need to be maintained. Catalyst Electric co-owner Jon Bussey says few things are more important than ensuring your dock’s electrical system is in good shape. In...
Safe Boating 12 Months A Year! Here’s The Boat-Owner’s Essential Calendar For 2019
Picturesque Paddling Places At Lake Of The Ozarks
We all come to Lake of the Ozarks for the same reason: to enjoy being on the water. Whether it is coving out, bar hopping, or just a long boat ride, for us boat lovers you almost can’t beat a good day on the Lake. But let’s face it, the Lake can be a busy...
7 Stops For Breakfast On The Water
Dining at the water’s edge is a Lake of the Ozarks official pastime. Waterfront restaurants abound, and on summer nights, they’re all hopping. But what about breakfast on the water? A morning cruise across the glassy Lake still undisturbed by summertime...
Boating Rules: A Crash Course For Avoiding A Crash
Driving a boat feels like freedom. But that doesn’t mean there are no rules; here are five tips boaters would do well to remember.
