Travel Haiku - Lake Of The Ozarks State Park (State Of Missouri) Poem by john tiong chunghoo

Ozarks State Park
our outing ideas divided
by its varied landscape

Ozarks State Park
dad puts the children down
at their preferred spots

Many people don't realize that America's heartland is rich in great waterfront getaways. Case in point: Lake of the Ozarks State Park. At a whopping 17,203 acres, it's Missouri's largest state park. Here you'll discover a stunning variety of landscapes, from densely wooded areas to intricate cave formations. A great place to beat the heat, the park has two swimming beaches, or you can rent a boat at one of the park's marinas and cast a line to catch bass, crappie, walleye, and catfish. Off the water, explore the underground world at Ozark Caverns or hit the links at one of 13 surrounding golf courses.