Published October 15, 2026Updated October 18, 20264 min readThings to do

Things to Do Near Lake of the Ozarks Rentals (State Parks)

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Missouri State Parks runs Lake of the Ozarks State Park (two swimming beaches, boat rentals, paved ramps, trails and Ozark Caverns tours) and Ha Ha Tonka State Park (castle ruins, a natural bridge, sinkholes, caves and Missouri's 12th-largest spring). Facts below come only from the Missouri State Parks pages linked at the end. On BnB Search, the Lake of the Ozarks vacation rentals hub lists 334 places, 240 of them individual stays. Sources are linked at the end.

Lake of the Ozarks state parks at a glance

Lake of the Ozarks State Park: Brumley, MO; two swimming beaches, boat rentals, paved boat ramps, trails for hiking, horseback riding and biking; campsites, Outpost cabins and yurts (Missouri State Parks).
Ozark Caverns tour: About one hour, half a mile round trip; the cave is 56°F (Missouri State Parks).
Ha Ha Tonka State Park: Camdenton, MO; castle ruins overlooking the lake, a natural bridge, sinkholes, caves and Ha Ha Tonka Spring, linked by trails and boardwalks (Missouri State Parks).

Why this matters for renters: these are the state-run options for a beach day, a cave tour or a hike. Check each page for current tour times and fees.

Lake of the Ozarks State Park

Missouri State Parks describes undeveloped coves along the shoreline, with blufftop trail views through woodlands, glades, springs and streams. Park stores sell supplies for a day on the water.

Two swimming beaches, boat rentals and paved boat ramps.
Trails for hikers, backpackers, horseback riders and cyclists; horses can be rented.
Campsites, Outpost cabins and yurts year-round.

Ozark Caverns

Ozark Caverns is inside Lake of the Ozarks State Park. The guided tour covers cave formation, formations such as soda straws and helictites, and cave life. Angel Showers, a steady shower of water from the ceiling, is a featured stop. The 1-mile Coakley Hollow Trail starts at the caverns parking lot.

The page lists per-person admission, with children under 6 free.
Tours can be reserved online or at the park.
Bring a light jacket: the cave is 56°F.

Ha Ha Tonka State Park

Trails and boardwalks lead to the stone castle ruins, the natural bridge, sinkholes, caves, bluffs and the spring. The park lists picnic sites, fishing, kayaking and boating.

What our Lake of the Ozarks listings show

These counts come from BnB Search's own directory data and change when listings are added or removed.

334 listings in total: 240 individual stays, 30 resorts, inns or lodging businesses, 40 rental companies, property managers or real estate offices and 24 other local listings that are not rentals.
Area tags: Osage Beach 211, Lake Ozark 21, Sunrise Beach 6, Camdenton 2. Our area tags are broad, so open the map pin to see exactly where a listing is.
Words in the stay titles: of the 240 stays, 3 mention oceanfront, beachfront or an ocean view; 71 mention lakefront, waterfront or lake access; 45 mention a dock; 14 mention a lake view; 10 mention a hot tub or spa; 18 mention a pool; 23 mention pets or dogs; 33 mention cabin; 45 mention condo. Hosts write these titles themselves, so confirm each feature before you book.

Browse them on the Lake of the Ozarks hub (map and filters) or in the full Lake of the Ozarks listings directory.

Before you book a Lake of the Ozarks rental

Book or check Ozark Caverns tour times before you drive over; tours are guided.
Pack a light jacket for the cave even in summer.
Ask your host which state park is closer to the rental, since the lake is large.

FAQ

How long is the Ozark Caverns tour?

About one hour and half a mile round trip, per Missouri State Parks. The cave stays at 56°F.

What is at Ha Ha Tonka State Park?

Castle ruins, a natural bridge, sinkholes, caves, bluffs and Missouri's 12th-largest spring, linked by trails and boardwalks.

Does Lake of the Ozarks State Park have a beach?

Yes. Missouri State Parks lists two swimming beaches.

How many Lake of the Ozarks rentals does BnB Search list?

334 listings, including 240 individual stays. The rest are lodging businesses, rental companies or other local listings.

Does BnB Search book the stay?

No. Compare on the hub, then book on the site linked from the listing.

Sources

Lake of the Ozarks area facts · Lake of the Ozarks weather by month · Lake of the Ozarks vacation rentals · Springfield Airport for Lake of the Ozarks

Hotels, resorts and lodges in our Lake of the Ozarks directory

Each of these listings has a BnB Search page that links to the property’s own website or its managing company’s site. The list is alphabetical, not ranked, and shows no ratings.