Osage Beach

Travel Guide

Osage Beach which includes a sunset and a lake or waterhole
Osage Beach which includes a lake or waterhole and a bay or harbour
Ha Ha Tonka State Park featuring caves and forests as well as a family
Osage Beach featuring a lake or waterhole and boating
Bridal Cave featuring caves

Choose from ample recreational activities, such as fishing, boating, parasailing, riding horses, golf, swimming and sunbathing at this lakeside community.

Water-based activities abound in the community of Osage Beach stretching along the shores of man-made Lake of the Ozarks. Join a tour on the lake or rent a boat to steer your own adventure.

Originally known as Zebra, Osage Beach was first established in 1886. When the Bagnell Dam was completed in 1931, creating the man-made Lake of the Ozarks, the local post office was rebuilt at a cliff overlooking the new lake and the name Osage Beach was adopted. With its position at the heart of Lake of the Ozarks, Osage Beach is a popular summer vacation spot. Join the summer population swell.

The biggest attraction in town is Lake of the Ozarks. Sign up for waterskiing or wakeboarding lessons, take a narrated boat cruise or rent a pontoon boat and explore independently.

The 92-acre (37-hectare) Osage Beach City Park backs onto the lakefront. Fish in the park’s stocked pond, let the kids enjoy the playground or kick a ball at the park’s soccer fields. This park is adjacent to the much larger Lake of the Ozarks State Park, which contains swimming beaches as well as hiking, biking, horseback riding and cycling trails. Look for the park’s landmark Swinging Bridge. Park nearby and walk across the wobbly structure.

During nice weather, venture to one of the area’s golf courses to hone your skills. Osage Beach has many courses to choose from, including Bear Creek Valley Golf Club, Osage National Golf Club and The Oaks Golf Club at Tan Tar A Resort.

On rainy days, take shelter at the indoor Timber Falls Water Park. Speed down the twin slides, float along the lazy river and relax in the hot tub. Osage Beach Premium Outlets featuring discounted merchandise is another good wet-weather activity.

Osage Beach straddles Camden and Miller counties in central Missouri. It is about a 45-minute drive from Jefferson City and Lebanon. Rent a car for the best way to get around.

Inn at Grand Glaize

Inn at Grand Glaize

2 out of 5
5142 Osage Beach Pkwy, Osage Beach, MO
The price is €81 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
€81
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Osage Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.2/10 Good! (189 reviews)
"Two thumbs up"

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Inn at Grand Glaize
Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake of the Ozarks

Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake of the Ozarks

3 out of 5
494 Tan Tar A Drive, Osage Beach, MO
The price is €165 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€165
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa resort in Osage Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"We loved staying at this resort! It has everything you need and the staff is very friendly and helpful! We will be back again soon!"

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake of the Ozarks
Osage Village Inn

Osage Village Inn

2.5 out of 5
4616 Osage Beach Parkway, Osage Beach, MO
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €66 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
€66
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Osage Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
6.8/10 (1,002 reviews)
"When we checked in and went to our room, we found that there wasn't a refrigerator in the room. My wife went to the desk and explained that we have meds that must be refrigerated. The gentleman at the front desk promptly brought one to us. Everything else was great from the start - it was clean and ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Osage Village Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Lighthouse - Amazing 7,000 SF Home - Private Heated Pool & Golf Course

The Lighthouse - Amazing 7,000 SF Home - Private Heated Pool & Golf Course

Osage Beach
Book a stay at this golf vacation home in Osage Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a water park. Popular attractions Lake of the Ozarks and Bagnell Dam ...
10/10 Exceptional! (71 reviews)
Much needed vacation.
"8 adults and 4 kids. 11, 9,5 and 3. Everyone had an amazing time. Fishing right out the door on the dock was great for those who fish. Swimming in the pool or off the lily pad on the lake kept everyone cool. The wave runner was a must. Late night movies all together brought our perfect days to an ..."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

The Lighthouse - Amazing 7,000 SF Home - Private Heated Pool & Golf Course
GREAT VIEW! Modern! Lakefront! Elevator! Very Close to Shopping & Dining! Wi-Fi

GREAT VIEW! Modern! Lakefront! Elevator! Very Close to Shopping & Dining! Wi-Fi

Osage Beach
Stay at this condo in Osage Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Bagnell Dam and Osage Beach Premium Outlets are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (235 reviews)
"Great location. Close to the main area of Osage Beach. Loved being on the water."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

GREAT VIEW! Modern! Lakefront! Elevator! Very Close to Shopping & Dining! Wi-Fi
PRIVATE POOL *MAY 1 - OCT 1*,  PRIVATE Dock, Osage Beach, Near Margaritaville

PRIVATE POOL *MAY 1 - OCT 1*, PRIVATE Dock, Osage Beach, Near Margaritaville

Osage Beach
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Osage Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a water park. Popular attractions Lake of the Ozarks and ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (105 reviews)
Family Trip
"This is the perfect house for vacation. We had a great time together and relaxing."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

PRIVATE POOL *MAY 1 - OCT 1*, PRIVATE Dock, Osage Beach, Near Margaritaville
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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