Monday, July 14, 2014

Aquapalooza 2014 at Lake of the Ozarks!

Join us for the single largest one day boating event at Lake of the Ozarks!  Aquapalooza is back for the 2014 Season, July 19 from Noon to 5 PM at Dog Days Bar and Grill just down the road from Summerset Inn Resort!  A day full of family fun, boating, friends, games prizes and a FREE concert, you won't want to miss Aquapalooza 2014!


2014 Artisit Lineup


Summerset Inn is centrally located in the "Heart" of the Lake area, beautiful Osage Beach, Missouri. While staying at our Lake of the Ozarks resort you are only a short distance from several fine restaurants, a variety of golf courses, shopping - outlet or boutiques, caves, amusements, night-time entertainment, and activities for children.  Located on the 19 mile marker, near the Grand Glaize bridge, you are just around the corner from Dog Days Bar by boat or within walking distance by land! Stay with us this weekend for Aquapalooza 2014! 


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1165 Jeffries Road Osage Beach, MO  65065
573-348-5073
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Friday, July 11, 2014

Great Places to Eat at the Lake of the Ozarks

Vacationing at the Lake of the Ozarks is full of adventure and trying new things!  From boating to shopping, there's something for everyone to enjoy!  One thing everyone has in common though, is wanting a good place to eat while they're here.  The Lake of the Ozarks has tons of dining options for you to visit by boat or by car!  Check out this list of some great restaurants near Summerset Inn Resort!

Near Summerset By Water 


  • Backwater Jack's - 18 MM
  • Dog Days - 19 MM
  • Shorty Pants - 21 MM
  • Topsider - 19 MM


Near Summerset By Land 


  • Arris' Pizza 
  • Domenico's at the Lake
  • Half Sauced Barbeque 
  • Heroe's Sports Saloon 
  • Hy-Vee Buffet
  • J. Bruner's 
  • Lil' Rizzos - Osage Beach
  • Pop-A-Wheelies 
  • Tirebiters Bar & Grill 
  • Vista Grande 
  • Wobbly Boots


Other Great Places to Checkout


  • Baxter's Lakeside Grille 
  • Beavers at the Dam - Water Access, 1 MM
  • Bentley's - Lake View 
  • Bulldog's Beach House - Water Access, 33 MM
  • Captain Ron's Bar & Grill - Water Access, 34 MM
  • Chicago Brother's Pizza & Pub 
  • The Duck - Water Access
  • Franky & Louie's - Water Access, 10 MM
  • J.B. Hook's - Lake View  
  • Jake Culpeeper's Cattle Company 
  • JJ Twigs Pizza & Pub 
  • Larry's on the Lake - Water Access, 31 MM
  • Lil' Rizzos - Lake Ozark - Lake View 
  • LO's Crab Shack 
  • Mexicali Blues 
  • MoloToft Cocktails Bar & Grill 
  • Ozark Bar-B-Que - Lake Ozark 
  • Paradise Tropical Restaurant - Water Access, 24 MM
  • Ruthie D's - Lake View 
  • Savannah Grille - Lake View
  • Shady Gators - Water Access, 7 MM

Whether your craving some good ole BBQ or some greasy bar food, the Lake of the Ozarks has a place for you!  Summerset Inn is centrally located, so you can get to each of these places in no time! You're also only a short distance from golf courses, shopping, caves, amusements, night-life, kids activities and more!  When choosing Summerset for your vacation, you're moving up to one of the finest small resorts on the Lake of the Ozarks. Where great friends make great memories!



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1165 Jeffries Road Osage Beach, MO  65065
573-348-5073
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Tuesday, July 1, 2014

July 4th Weekend at the Lake of the Ozarks

Summerset Inn would like to thank all of our wonderful guests for packing our small resort at the Lake of the Ozarks this holiday weekend!  The Lake is always a great place to celebrate the 4th of July, with so many festivities and fireworks shows to choose from!  Below is a list of the local fireworks locations for Thursday, Friday and Saturday fireworks displays!

Fireworks Locations


  • July 3 - The Flying Tortoise - 7 PM
  • July 4 - Fireworks Aboard Celebration - 7 to 9:30 PM
  • July 4 - Fireworks Aboard Tropic Island - 8:30 to 9:30 PM
  • July 4 - Tan-Tar-A - 8:30 to 9:30 PM
  • July 4 - The Lodge of Four Seasons - 6 to 10 PM
    • BBQ and Carnival held prior to the fireworks event (weather permitting).
  • July 4 - Playin' Hooky Fireworks Cruise - 8:30 to 10 PM
  • July 4 - Lake Valley Country Club - at Dusk 
  • July 4 - City of Eldon - at Dusk 
    • Parade Downtown Eldon 10 am
    • A Day full of activities at Eldon Air Park: Independence 5K Run/Walk 7 am; Vendors open Noon – 8 pm; Pet Show 1 pm; Carnival 2 pm – 5 pm; Jason Earl Band 5– 9 pm
  • July 4 - Mother Nature's Riverfront Retreat - at Dusk 
  • July 4 - Bear Bottom Resort - 10 PM 
  • July 4 - The Inn at Grand Glaize - 9 PM
  • July 4 - Sonlight Christian Fellowship - at Dusk
  • July 5 - Bear Bottom Resort - 9:45 PM
  • July 5 - Beavers at the Dam - 8 to 9:30 PM
  • July 5 - Captain Ron's Bar & Grill - 8:30 to 9:30 PM
  • July 5 - Larry's on the Lake - at Dusk 
  • July 5 - Old Kinderhook - 5 PM to 9:30 PM
    • All American Cookout & Pig Roast from 5 to 9:30 PM, $10 per person. Music by The Randy Man Band. Festivities include bounce houses, balloon artists, face painters, s'mores and other kids activities. Concession stand & beer garden.

For more information about 4th of July Weekend Events at Lake of the Ozarks, please visit: http://www.funlake.com/Events?category=Events&type=Event

Summerset Inn Resort is centrally located in the "Heart" of the Lake area, beautiful Osage Beach, Missouri. While staying at our Lake of the Ozarks waterfront resort you are only a short distance from several fine restaurants, a variety of golf courses, shopping - outlet or boutiques, caves, amusements, night-time entertainment, and activities for children.  On the 19 mile marker of the Lake in Darby Cove, near the Grand Glaize Bridge, yet protected from rough water of the main channel.



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1165 Jeffries Road Osage Beach, MO  65065
573-348-5073
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Friday, June 27, 2014

Marinas at the Lake of the Ozarks

Summerset Inn has some of the best accommodations here at the Lake of the Ozarks!  If you are bringing your boat like most people that come here, you're going to need a marina as well.  We've compiled this list of Lake of the Ozarks Marinas so you don't have to search when you get down here for your Lake of the Ozarks Vacation.  Having everything all planned out before your arrival will allow for more time for fun!

Nearby Marinas 

  • Kelly's Port Marina - Osage Beach, 19 MM
  • Blue Moon Marina - Osage Beach, 19.5 MM
  • Shorty Pants Marina - Osage Beach, 21.2 MM
  • Dave Mungenast Yacht Club Marina - Osage Beach, 1 MM of Grand Glaize Arm
  • Bridgeview Marina - Osage Beach, 1.5 MM of Grand Glaize Arm

Other Marinas Around the Lake 

  • Iguana Watersports - Lake Ozark, 1 MM
  • Berger's Marina - Lake Ozark, 1 MM
  • Captain Mike Fink's Marina - Lake Ozark, 1 MM
  • Ozark Yacht Club - Lake Ozark, 1 MM
  • Glencove - Lake Ozark, 3 MM
  • Village Marina - Lake Ozark, 3 MM
  • Aqua Moon Marina - Eldon, 3 MM
  • Glencove Marina - Lake Ozark, 3 MM
  • Aquamoon Marina - Eldon, 3 MM 
  • Point Oasis Marina - Sunrise Beach, 13 MM
  • MarineMax - Osage Beach, 16 MM
  • Lake of the Ozarks State Park Marina - 3 MM of Grand Glaize Arm
  • Glencove Yacht Club Marina - Osage Beach, 21 MM
  • Surdyke Yamaha - Osage Beach, 26 MM
  • Miller's Landing - Osage Beach, 28.5 MM
  • Pier 31 Yacht Club & Marina - Camdenton, 31 MM
  • 5-65 Marina - Camdenton, 33 MM
  • Pirate's Point - Sunrise Beach, 35 MM
  • Lighthouse Marina - Sunrise Beach, 39 MM
  • G & G Marina - Roach, 1 MM of the Niangua Arm 
  • Lake of the Ozarks Marina - Camdenton, 2.5 MM of the Niangua Arm
  • Montego Bay Marina - Camdenton, 5.5 MM of Niangua Arm

With this list of local marinas, you'll always have a place to go to fill up your gas tank.  Whether you are just down the channel from our waterfront resort at the Lake of the Ozarks or all the way on the other side of the Lake, there are plenty of places for you to stop.  Summerset Inn hopes to make your Lake of the Ozark vacation one you'll never forget, with memories you'll cherish forever.  Give us a call today at 573-348-5073 to get started planning the trip of a lifetime!



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573-348-5073
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Friday, June 20, 2014

7th Annual Support Our Troops Poker Run

Next Friday, the 7th Annual Support Our Troops Poker Run will be held at the Lake of the Ozarks! Since its inception, its grown from 60 boats to averaging almost120 boats and 500 people from all over the country.  The support for our military men and women is truly humbling and as a result the Support Our Troops Poker Run has turned into the largest poker run at the Lake of the Ozarks! To date, the run has raised over $90,000 for H.E.R.O.E.S Care, which goes directly to assisting our brave heroes overseas, as well as the families they have left behind.  So pack your bags and get your boat ready for a great weekend vacationing at the Lake of the Ozarks for a great cause!


Schedule of Events


Thursday, June 26 
  • Registration Party
  • Mandatory attendance to pick up race packets and complete registration forms
  • H Toad (Camden on the Lake) 7MM in Toad Cove
  • 6 PM - 9 PM

Friday, June 27
  • Mandatory Drivers Meeting 9 AM
  • Hot breakfast for all participants
  • H Toad 7MM in Toad Cove
  • Poker Run Leaves 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Card Turn In - Dog Days 3 PM - 6 PM
  • Dinner - Dog Days 6:30 PM
  • Awards Banquet and Post Party - Dog Days 7:30 - Close

Saturday, June 28 
  • Wrap Up Party
  • H Toad 7MM in Toad Cove
  • All day at the pool and party saturday night

Come stay with us while you're here at beautiful Lake of the Ozarks!  Our small resort at the Lake of the Ozarks is centrally located in the heart of Osage Beach, perfect for all the activities you want to do. Resort units are designed to make your stay enjoyable, no matter how long you are here; from efficiency units to large family rooms with up to five bedrooms.  Set up your reservations today by calling Summerset Inn at 573-348-5073! 


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1165 Jeffries Road Osage Beach, MO  65065
573-348-5073
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Tuesday, June 10, 2014

Activities for the Kids at Lake of the Ozarks

When you think about the Lake of the Ozarks, most people think about boating and swimming, being out on the water.  But what else is there to do around here?  The Lake area has so much more to offer than just a large body of water! Here you will find plenty of activities for kids of all ages. From outdoor fun to things to do on a rainy day, your Lake of the Ozarks vacation is sure to exceed your expectations!

Miniature Golf & Go Karts 


Pirates Cove 
At Pirate's Cove you instantly place yourself into the world of 18th century buccaneers! Putt your way through mountain caves, read of legendary pirate exploits, traverse over footbridges and under cascading waterfalls! Test your luck, mates, on the imaginative Captain's Course or the bold Blackbeard's Challenge Course. Discover the fun!
http://www.piratescove.net/osage-beach

Putt 'N' Stuff 
Two challenging 18 hole miniature golf courses (Thunder Ridge & Raging River) featuring caves, waterfalls and rivers. Both courses are shaded by numerous trees and one equipped with fans to provide you with a cool, comfortable place to enjoy with your family and friends. After a relaxing round of miniature golf be sure to grab Mom and Dad for some exciting Bumper Cars. They're one of the only Bumper Car tracks left at Lake of the Ozarks!  http://www.puttnstuffgolf.com/

Sugar Creek 
Come play miniature golf under native shade trees while meandering around natural creeks and waterfalls. Appreciate our handmade water wheel, bridges and early Missouri mill buildings constructed of native hardwoods, beautiful flowers and landscaping. Check out the two 18-hole courses of miniature golf, arguably the most unique and challenging mini golf in the Midwest!
http://www.sugarcreekminigolf.com

Gran Rally Go Karts 
Located in Osage Beach (the heart of the Lake of the Ozarks entertainment district), Gran Rally Karts is the premier Go Kart Track in the area!
http://www.granrallygokarts.com/

Leman's Fun Park
Looking for all kinds of fun in one place?  Located on the Bagnell Dam Strip, Leman's offers mini golf, bumper boats, go karts and a slick track!

Big Surf 


For any age, for any amount of time, Big Surf has a variety of rides and attractions! The only recommendation is that you are ready to have fun!  Experience an exhilarating four story drop down the Lake's largest half pipe or relax in the 600 foot Lazy River.  Splash around in the wave pool or whirl and twirl down one of our many slides.  Big Surf Waterpark has something for everyone's tastes! http://www.bigsurfwaterpark.com/

Miner Mike's 


Come and join Miner Mike and his mule, Buster, at this 35,000 square foot indoor family fun center featuring a large miner maze filled with tubes, slides, ball pits and other activities! In addition to the miner maze you will find three exciting rides and two large game floors full of token operated games suitable for all ages. The Chuck Wagon Ferris Wheel will take you two stories high! You are likely to run into some excitement in the Gold Mine Bumper Cars! The Runaway Mine Train Roller Coaster takes you over dips, bends, and through a rock tunnel! The Miner Maze soft-play area is a maze made of soft tubing, netting, cushions, and balls to bring a load of laughter to all!  http://minermikes.com/

Summerset Inn is just minutes from all these wonderful Lake of the Ozarks attractions!  When choosing us for your lodging at the Lake of the Ozarks, you'll discover one of the most family-friendly resorts at the Lake of the Ozarks.  Our amenities include a lakefront swimming pool, kiddie pool, large deck area and BBQ area for grathering with friends and family.  Summerset is centrally located in the "Heart" of the Lake area, beautiful Osage Beach, Missouri.



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1165 Jeffries Road Osage Beach, MO  65065
573-348-5073
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Wednesday, June 4, 2014

Annual Canine Cannonball is this Weekend!

The world's premier canine aquatics competition is back June 6-8 at Dog Days Bar & Grill.  Do you know how far your dog can jump?  Find out at the annual Dock Dogs jumping contest this weekend. Don't have a dog?  Come on down to enjoy the show with your family and cheer on your favorite breed! Canine athletes will compete in Big Air, Extreme Vertical and Speed Retrieve.  The best part is this event is free AND Dog Days is within walking distance of Summerset Inn!  Bring the whole family and come enjoy a weekend getaway at the Lake of the Ozarks!

2014 Canine Cannonball Events Schedule


Friday, June 6

  • Onsite Registration / Practice - 1 PM 
  • Big Air Wave #1 - 2 PM 
  • Big Air Wave #2 - 4 PM 
  • Big Air Wave #3 - 6 PM 
Photo From: Dog Days Facebook Page

Saturday, June 7 

  • Onsite Registration / Practice - 10 AM 
  • Big Air Wave #4 - 11 AM 
  • Big Air Wave #5 - 1 PM 
  • Big Air Wave #6 - 3 PM 
  • Extreme Vertical - 5:30 PM 

Sunday, June 8 

  • Onsite Registration / Practice - 10 AM 
  • Big Air Wave #7 - 11 AM 
  • Big Air Wave #8 - 1 PM 
  • Speed Retrieve (All in one Finals) - 3:30 PM 
  • Big Air Finals start at 5 PM (Pro, Semi-Pro & Amateur Finals) 

When choosing Summerset Inn, you're moving up to one of the finest small resorts at the Lake of the Ozarks.  You can choose from one, two, three or five bedroom units to fit your needs.  Amenities include a lakefront swimming pool with WiFi and a large deck for lounging in the sun, kid's pool and BBQ area perfect for gathering with family and friends.  When you arrive at Summerset Inn, you'll discover one of the most family-friendly resorts at the Lake of the Ozarks!  So give us a call today at 573-348-5073 to book your reservations.  **Please note that no pets are allowed in the rooms.


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1165 Jeffries Road Osage Beach, MO  65065
573-348-5073
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