We were looking for a way to beat the heat, and decided on going to Stark Caverns. I hopped online…read moreto purchase tickets, and saw that we would need to purchase one for my 18-month old grandson also. Unfortunately, there were not enough available tickets for all three adults and him. I called out to the Caverns to explain the issue and ask if it would be okay. Matt, who answered the phone, said it would be no problem and to just go ahead and purchase the adult tickets. Upon arrival there was ample parking and it was a beautiful place. We headed into the gift shop and checked in for our tour and checked out all of their wares. Gracie led our tour of the caverns. She was so knowledgeable and just a sweet girl. The tour was a great way to spend part of the afternoon. Everyone in our tour group (ages 1-40+) really seemed to enjoy it! If you have some time to spare, you don't want to miss this family friendly, educational, tour.

Genuinely cool cave. There are algae fossils in there from when Missouri was underwater millions of…read moreyears ago, which is a wild thing to stand next to. Sadly our guide Macy was less "passionate cave enthusiast" and more "reciting a script she's said a thousand times and stopped listening to herself." I still don't know how this part of Missouri used to be an ocean based on the tour. She gave the exact same intro four separate times. Not because groups were bumping into each other, just straight up robot mode, probably from also trying to work in the photo package pitch every single time. Ask a follow up question and you'd get a shrug dressed up as an answer. A kid asked about a mineral and got a confident "nope, not that" immediately followed by "I'm not really a gem expert," which, ma'am, pick one. Nobody could tell us where all the clay that used to be in the cave went (there's a lot of water now after the excavation), how the bootleggers pulled off their operation, or whether the cave's ever taken earthquake damage. Also they sell alcohol at the gift shop right before you head into a dark cave, which feels like a liability seminar waiting to happen. What indigenous tribe did the skeleton remains belong to? How did you know it was an indigenous person(s)? What is the difference between an arrowhead and a spear, and when did those relics be given to be on display? She said the stairs were built by child labor because there are child sized handprints in the concrete, but provided no evidence of truth or why. Was it his 18 kids? No one knows. At least it was cool inside while the weather was hot outside. The cave has a story to tell. Macy just wasn't the one telling it. Would recommend the cave, would not recommend Macy. She already told us she's had a bad Yelp review, and I'm sad to say I understand why.

Winners Circle Go-Karts actually but couldn't find it in map; both are very close together…read more Great go karts! Maybe could go longer for the price. Good serpentine course and karts were speedy. If you buy 2 sessions of driving ask for $2 discount on second ticket per person.

Came here today! Clean fast karts and track. Anthony helped…read moreus upon arriving. So informative. Not often do you find good employees but yet humble friendly ones! He has an asset to the establishment. We truly will come back just because he was so personable! I enjoyed our conversation just as much as the go kart ride! All around awesome time!! Thanks again!

Amazing experience...because of the people!…read more I took my 8 and 9 year old on this excursion and we all had a blast. It's safe, fun, and accessible for all. There are activities and places to play or simply kick-back...and of course the excitement of sailing through the trees! We arrived early and enjoyed a picnic lunch, a hammock and game of bags before our tour began. The three lines escalate in terms of adventure, but this experience is more than Ziplines if you are interested in caring for our planet. This truly is an eco-park. Shannon and Kevin have worked to create an experience that has minimal environmental impact and are working on innovative new ways to support native habitats and conserve natural resources. The Eco-Loo is my favorite. No smelly park latrines here. This innovative restroom is completely environmentally friendly and pleasant. It's made from reused and sustainable materials, includes passive solar and rain capture and it smells better (and is decorated better) than most flush restrooms!! Your job is simply to scoop in some wood chips after you do your business. Shannon and Kevin are super and real. I highly recommend this experience for anyone traveling in the Lake of the Ozarks area.

I am terrified of heights and the staff here were absolutely amazing!! I ended up having a blast!…read more I would absolutely recommend any and everyone to give this place a try!

I am visiting Lake of the Ozarks for two days, and my first order of business is to find a dog park…read morefor my dog. I found this spot immediately during my Google search. The Bark Park is far from most dog parks that I've been to in MO, and it is spacious and well-maintained. Just make sure to clean up after your dogs, please! I highly recommend this place if you are in town and need a dog park for your dogs!

Great park for dogs. Clean and lots of fresh water. The park has a downhill slope which was great…read morefor ball throwing and exercising dogs. Worth the stop. Extra balls, lots of doggie bags. Lots of shade and big!

Had a great time here!…read more Five friends and I went on an amazing hike and caught some great views! Took lots of pictures of the wonderful nature and wildlife! Would definitely recommend these trails!

We decided to venture out to a really cool state park while we are staying near Lebanon. There is…read moreno admission fee and you can park right next to the castle if you are mobility challenge, but we parked at a lower level and hiked up. I'll paved walkway, not a bad walk at all. I added the picture of the story of the Kansas City businessman that decided to purchase 5000 acres and build a castle here back in the early 1900s. You can read the story on that particular photo. The ruins seem well maintained, you are not allowed to walk in them, but you can get pretty close and take photographs. There are also several viewing platforms around the area, which gives you some pretty cool views of lake of the Ozarks. They do have pit toilet Bathrooms available. Beautiful place and can highly recommend for a historical visit as well as spending some time in nature.

Stopped in here on a rainy Saturday night and we essentially had the entire arcade to ourselves…read more Super fun time! Games are reasonably priced with tokens... everything from driving, shooting, kid friendly games, skee ball, air hockey... etc. Man working was super kind and friendly while there. Bathrooms were very clean. Loved the hole in the wall feel of the arcade. They also offer laser tag which seemed to be popular with young boys. My kid had over 600 tickets and prizes were very reasonably priced. There was also a different case of silly kinds of gifts you'd find at a garage sale or your grandmother's basement. Good for white elephant gifts lol. Our family loved it overall and will definitely be back on vacation visits. Arcade is easy to spot with the giant flipping UFO on the building ;)

We've been here several times and they always seemed nice until we had an issue with adults…read morebullying small kids. The owner refused a refund and even called me a dummy. Nice touch.

Amazing, love this place so much we go here every summer. so fun, and I suggest going here.read more

My friend and I have gone to this pool several times this summer. The young men and women they have…read morehired to be their lifeguards truly take their job seriously. On one visit we witnessed a lifeguard during her break and on her own take a couple of bottles of water to an elderly gentleman waiting for his great grandchildren. It was very hot that day, it was not her job to do this but she did a try Hunan kindness. Today, we were in the pool and the group of lifeguards gave a little boy who is a regular at the pool a lifeguard t-shirt, and let him carry a lifeguard float around. The little guy just beamed with pride and happiness. Again they didn't have to do this, it wasn't in their job description, but they made a young boy very happy. He probably won't ever forget this day. You have an amazing group of young people working at your pool. You should be very proud!!

Me and the fellas hit this on my bachelor party. Truly an incredible time. Pretty fun little track.read more

The workers were very nice and facility was very clean. I enjoyed the fact that my 10 year old…read morecould also race his own car. The track is fairly large in a figure 8 Style. I know go karts in the Ozarks the go-kart tracks aren't as cool as the ones in Branson..but if your going to go to one THIS IS THE ONE I would say it is the better track. They also have other options like mini golf and arcade so it appeals to More people.