There's Something Magical About These 11 Missouri Lakes In The Summer
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Stephanie Zeilenga
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Ahh, summertime. The world is lush and green and the temperature’s a-sizzling. Where can you find many Missourians during these hot, humid (and wonderful) days of summer? At the lake, of course. Here are nearly a dozen that promise a magical getaway on top of sweet relief from the heat. Who needs the ocean when you can visit the sandy beach in No. 5?
This massive reservoir was created by impounding the Osage River. This serpentine-shaped lake is also known as "The Magic Dragon."
This 646-acre lake adjacent to Big Lake State Park is a peaceful oasis perfect for fishing, bird-watching and whiling away the summer days.
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Creve Coeur Lake is the largest natural lake in the state. Take a leisurely stroll around the scenic watering hole, fish a little, or watch sailboats sail up and down the waterway.
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This man-made lake offers some of the best fly-fishing around.
The 43,000-acre Table Rock Lake has nearly 800 miles of shoreline. One particularly popular spot to go for a dip is Moonshine Beach.
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Located just outside Kansas City, the 970-acre Lake Jacomo offers boating, fishing and scenic hiking. It's particulary popular with windsurfers and sailors.
Set up camp at one of Pomme de Terre Lake's more than 650 campsites. Here you can swim, fish, water ski and more.
Why wouldn't you want to spend a summer day here? The 25,000-acre lake includes a sailing school and some of the best bass fishing in the state.
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Settle in for a day of summertime fun at Truman Lake's sand beach and marina. The water's clear, the view is scenic and the list of water recreation it offers is lengthy.
This scenic lake offers idyllic campgrounds, as well as boating, hiking, and more.
This sizable lake offers it all: boating, swimming, fishing and swimming. For those not too keen on the water, there are scenic hiking trails and plenty of picnic spots.
What’s your favorite Missouri lake hideout? Tell us in the comments below!
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