Shady Gators in Lake Ozark is hosting a day full of live music on the water during Phat Fest on August 19.

Floating mats, water trampolines, inflatables and arm floaties are all fun to use but they are not substitute for a safety device.

From waterfront cocktails to taking a family float trip, here are our favorite ways to spend summer and beat the heat.

The Great Bagnell Dam Duck Drop will be held with several activities at Lake venues from August 3-5.

Waynesville isn’t very big, but it it a great place to explore for the day — it’s only a one-hour drive from Lake of the Ozarks.

Gas up the boat and head to Captain Ron’s for an afternoon of live music on the water.

Cafe Enjoy in Camdenton offers a healthy selection for customers who are on the run as well as a few cheat-day items.

Want to hear a band this weekend? Check out our guide to Lake area live music.