Day Itinerary
9 Activities
Day 3
105 mi0.3 mi
Chill Out at Lake of the Ozarks
Relax around the lake this morning, you deserve it after the last couple of busy days!
After breakfast, it's time to discover more of the Lake of the Ozarks with a visit to the Willmore Lodge and Bagnell Dam.
You'll also have lunch lakeside or in a classic lodge before heading out of this area.
On the drive back to Columbia, there's time for a stop at one of the Show Me State's conservation areas for a nice nature walk.
While there's no need to stop and charge your EV on this route, there is a charging station included at dinnertime if you'd like to use it.
After breakfast, it's time to discover more of the Lake of the Ozarks with a visit to the Willmore Lodge and Bagnell Dam.
You'll also have lunch lakeside or in a classic lodge before heading out of this area.
On the drive back to Columbia, there's time for a stop at one of the Show Me State's conservation areas for a nice nature walk.
While there's no need to stop and charge your EV on this route, there is a charging station included at dinnertime if you'd like to use it.
09:001 hrHotel visit
Inn at Harbour Ridge Bed and Breakfast
10
Enjoy breakfast at the Inn this morning (even breakfast in bed if you prefer as they are more than happy to deliver to your room!) before setting off for the rest of the day.
Spend a little time relaxing this morning, enjoying the nearby lake views and a lazy breakfast.
Spend a little time relaxing this morning, enjoying the nearby lake views and a lazy breakfast.
5 mi
15 min
10:301 hr 30 min
Rocky Top Trail
Landmark
Open Details
Rocky Top Trail is the perfect way to start your day with an easy loop above the lake. True to its name, the land around these parts can indeed be a bit rocky, so do make sure you have proper shoes for walking the trail.
It's a nice loop from the parking area, and you'll be rewarded with some spectacular scenery along the way. There's plenty of signage from the parking area and yellow trail blazes to steer you along the 2-mile loop.
Opening Hours: Every day: 24 hours
It's a nice loop from the parking area, and you'll be rewarded with some spectacular scenery along the way. There's plenty of signage from the parking area and yellow trail blazes to steer you along the 2-mile loop.
Opening Hours: Every day: 24 hours
13.2 mi
20 min
12:451 hr 30 min
Camp Bagnell Pub and Grub
Restaurant
Open Details
Nearby the Willmore Lodge (your next stop) is the cute Camp Bagnell Pub and Grub where the people are friendly and the grub is very good!
A blast from the past greets you at this nostalgic local pub and you'll find some class Midwest Missouri fare on the menu like fried catfish, fried chicken and a BBQ pulled pork sandwich.
Opening Hours: Wednesday – Saturday: 11:00 – 20:00 Sunday: 11:00 – 19:00 Monday and Tuesday: Closed
If you're visiting the lake during the spring, summer or early fall, you might want to check out the nearby Boathouse Lakeside Bar and Grill for a different lunch option.
A blast from the past greets you at this nostalgic local pub and you'll find some class Midwest Missouri fare on the menu like fried catfish, fried chicken and a BBQ pulled pork sandwich.
Opening Hours: Wednesday – Saturday: 11:00 – 20:00 Sunday: 11:00 – 19:00 Monday and Tuesday: Closed
If you're visiting the lake during the spring, summer or early fall, you might want to check out the nearby Boathouse Lakeside Bar and Grill for a different lunch option.
3.9 mi
10 min
14:3015 min
Bagnell Dam
Landmark
Open Details
Enjoy a nice lakeside walk over the Bagnell Dam as you marvel at this mighty feat of construction.
It doesn't take long, and it's worth it for the cool photos!
It doesn't take long, and it's worth it for the cool photos!
1 mi
5 min
15:001 hr 30 min
Willmore Lodge
Museum
Open Details
The Willmore Lodge is situated on a gorgeous stretch overlooking stunning Lake of the Ozarks.
The stately lodge, built in 1930 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is also home to the Lake Area Chamber of Commerce and the Bagnell Dam.
Friendly staff are more than happy to show you around the lodge and museum as you learn about the history of the area, the lake and how the dam was constructed.
Opening Hours: Monday – Thursday: 8:00 – 16:30 Friday: 8:30 – 16:30 Saturday: 9:00 – 15:00 Sunday: Closed
Learn more here.
The stately lodge, built in 1930 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is also home to the Lake Area Chamber of Commerce and the Bagnell Dam.
Friendly staff are more than happy to show you around the lodge and museum as you learn about the history of the area, the lake and how the dam was constructed.
Opening Hours: Monday – Thursday: 8:00 – 16:30 Friday: 8:30 – 16:30 Saturday: 9:00 – 15:00 Sunday: Closed
Learn more here.
61.8 mi
1 hr 10 min
17:4545 min
Three Creeks Conservation Area
Landmark
Open Details
This pretty conservation area just south of Coumbia gets its name from the three creeks that run through it: Turkey Creek, Bass Creek, and Bonne Femme Creek.
With easy parking and easily identifiable paths, it's a peaceful place to stretch your legs after the drive back from Lake of the Ozarks.
As the name suggests--there is quite a lot of water around! So do be mindful of where you step as the trails can be muddy at times.
If you're here in the summertime, there's a great swimming hole only 10 minutes down the trail! Wild swimming on a summer afternoon is something everyone should experience once in their lifetime!
Opening Hours: Everyday: 04:00 – 22:00
With easy parking and easily identifiable paths, it's a peaceful place to stretch your legs after the drive back from Lake of the Ozarks.
As the name suggests--there is quite a lot of water around! So do be mindful of where you step as the trails can be muddy at times.
If you're here in the summertime, there's a great swimming hole only 10 minutes down the trail! Wild swimming on a summer afternoon is something everyone should experience once in their lifetime!
Opening Hours: Everyday: 04:00 – 22:00
16 mi
25 min
19:155 min
Shangri-La Cannabis SuperStore
Open Details
You'll find an EV charger to charge your car in front of this store.
Type: CCS 4 stations, 4 plugs Power: 350 kW
Type: CCS 4 stations, 4 plugs Power: 350 kW
0.3 mi
5 min
19:251 hr
China Garden
Restaurant
Open Details
This is a great place to have dinner while your car is charging nearby.
It's more than just the usual Chinese fare as they also feature an all-you-can eat buffet, a Hibachi grill and also serve sushi. Enjoy your meal!
Opening Hours: Sunday – Thursday: 11:00 – 20:30 Friday and Saturday: 11:00 – 21:30 China Garden
It's more than just the usual Chinese fare as they also feature an all-you-can eat buffet, a Hibachi grill and also serve sushi. Enjoy your meal!
Opening Hours: Sunday – Thursday: 11:00 – 20:30 Friday and Saturday: 11:00 – 21:30 China Garden
0.3 mi
5 min
20:305 min
Shangri-La Cannabis SuperStore
Open Details
Collect your car from the charging station.
4 mi
10 min
21:00
Columbia
Welcome back to Columbia! I hope you've enjoyed this 3-day tour of the Show Me State.