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Boaters soaked up one more summer-like day on the water during the 2026 Fall Harbor Hop at Lake of the Ozarks.
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The Shootout action wasn't limited to the race course. A sea of boats filled the Grand Glaize Arm as spectators gathered on the water to watch some of the fastest boats in the country make their runs.Take another look at the Shootout flotilla on Sunday, Aug. 30!Photos by Lake Shots Photograp…
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Thousands of boaters packed the Grand Glaize Arm this weekend for the 2026 Lake of the Ozarks Shootout, creating the massive flotilla that has become part of the experience.
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The Shootout Poker Run brought boaters from across the country to Lake of the Ozarks last Friday, Aug. 28, 2026, for one of the biggest events of the summer.
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The Shootout Poker Run brought boaters from across the country to Lake of the Ozarks last Friday, Aug. 28, 2026, for one of the biggest events of the summer.
Super Cat Fest added some red, white, and blue to the Lake on Thursday with its Freedom Run, celebrating America’s 250th anniversary.
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The 2026 Lake of the Ozarks Shootout officially got underway Wednesday night with the annual Street Party on the Bagnell Dam Strip. Powerboats lined the Strip as thousands of fans walked among the race boats, met teams, checked out vendors, and soaked in the excitement ahead of Shootout weekend.
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Excited for Shootout weekend? Get ready for the action with a look back at some of our favorite moments from years past. From high-speed runs and massive crowds to the boats, racers, and fans that have made the Shootout a tradition for 38 years, flip through these past galleries to get in th…
Boaters made the most of another summer weekend at Lake of the Ozarks! From the Performance Boat Run to tubers, PWCs, and plenty of cruising, there was no shortage of action on the water.
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With near-perfect weather across the holiday weekend, the Lake was buzzing with activity as vacationers filled waterfront rentals, restaurants, resorts, and marinas. Local business owners called it a strong start to the 2026 season, with busy gas docks, crowded waterfront spots, and thousand…
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Hundreds of young pirates hit the sand at Captain Ron’s on Saturday, May 9, for the annual Pirates Plunder Treasure Hunt at Lake of the Ozarks.
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Over 200 people participated in the 31st Annual Lake of the Ozarks Polar Plunge on Feb. 28, 2026. While the day was overcast and warmer than usual, the water was still quite chilly — just look at their faces!
Guests dressed in their best ‘50s flair filled the Regalia Hotel and Convention Center for the 24th Annual “Sock Hop” CADV Brunch in Lake Ozark.
Boaters took to the water Saturday for one of the Lake’s favorite traditions — the Fall Harbor Hop. From Neon Taco to Bear Bottom Resort, participants cruised across more than 40 waterfront stops, collecting cards and competing for the best poker hand. The day brought sunshine and calm water…