BLACK OAK COMMUNITY
FOOD SCENE
If you are planning on spending the day at SIlver Dollar City, you could fill up first. Very big breakfast and lunches. Pancakes bigger than plate.
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Billygail's Cafe
5291 State Hwy 265If you are planning on spending the day at SIlver Dollar City, you could fill up first. Very big breakfast and lunches. Pancakes bigger than plate.
This little pub serves hamburgers, sandwiches and salads. Your typical bar food. Kind of a hidden gem, in the corner of the strip mall by Kimberling Inn. They do have an outside eating area, in the back of the pub. Depending on the time of year, they have guitar player/singer performing on Wednesdays and Thursdays. This is one of regular places to eat.
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Castaways Pub And Grill
11863 Missouri 13This little pub serves hamburgers, sandwiches and salads. Your typical bar food. Kind of a hidden gem, in the corner of the strip mall by Kimberling Inn. They do have an outside eating area, in the back of the pub. Depending on the time of year, they have guitar player/singer performing on Wednesdays and Thursdays. This is one of regular places to eat.
I would consider this one of the "do not miss" places. Everything I've tried has been wonderful. You order at the counter, then they bring it to your table. I've always had a good experience here. (I have to say, just a little pricey).
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Danna’s BBQ and Burger Shop
15 Hope WayI would consider this one of the "do not miss" places. Everything I've tried has been wonderful. You order at the counter, then they bring it to your table. I've always had a good experience here. (I have to say, just a little pricey).
This is a little bit of a drive, great motorcycle ride, about 35 minutes away. But, this place is becoming legendary in this area. They have a very large menu and very large portions. They are known for their catfish and chicken. When you order, if you order chicken or catfish, the server will ask if you want to upgrade to "all you can eat." That's just insanity. My husband will usually order a meal, then I'll order one or two additional pieces of chicken or catfish, and we'll split his meal. You can get to it by land or lake.
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Flat Creek Restaurant
7847 MO-173This is a little bit of a drive, great motorcycle ride, about 35 minutes away. But, this place is becoming legendary in this area. They have a very large menu and very large portions. They are known for their catfish and chicken. When you order, if you order chicken or catfish, the server will ask if you want to upgrade to "all you can eat." That's just insanity. My husband will usually order a meal, then I'll order one or two additional pieces of chicken or catfish, and we'll split his meal. You can get to it by land or lake.
What is there not to like about ice cream. The establishment is not open year round, just depends on the customer volume.
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The Funky Twig
13272 MO-13What is there not to like about ice cream. The establishment is not open year round, just depends on the customer volume.
This is the closest grocery store to the cabin. Great store. They are known for their excellent meat department.
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Harter House Supermarket
11798 MO-13This is the closest grocery store to the cabin. Great store. They are known for their excellent meat department.
This is one of the only two restaurants I recommend actually in Branson, MO. So, be prepared for the traffic. In my opinion, the best steak house around. Last time we went, they were not accepting reservations. But, the wait wasn't very long. I am one who absolutely hates to wait at restaurants. I consider this worth the wait.
LongHorn Steakhouse
2821 76 Country BlvdThis is one of the only two restaurants I recommend actually in Branson, MO. So, be prepared for the traffic. In my opinion, the best steak house around. Last time we went, they were not accepting reservations. But, the wait wasn't very long. I am one who absolutely hates to wait at restaurants. I consider this worth the wait.
Great pizza, great service, great family atmosphere (with adult beverages). They do have a small, but nice outside eating area.
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Parmesan's Pizzeria
14608 MO-13Great pizza, great service, great family atmosphere (with adult beverages). They do have a small, but nice outside eating area.
Such a cute little coffee shop. Fabulous owners who put a lot of love into every bit. Pies, muffins, doughnuts....and the list goes on and on.
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Simply Baked By Chandler
12056 MO-13Such a cute little coffee shop. Fabulous owners who put a lot of love into every bit. Pies, muffins, doughnuts....and the list goes on and on.
I'm mentioning this, because sometimes you just need to wrap up a sandwich and take it with you. Located in the Kimberling City strip mall.
Subway
26082 State Hwy 39I'm mentioning this, because sometimes you just need to wrap up a sandwich and take it with you. Located in the Kimberling City strip mall.
You may not need cupcakes or pastries, but I'd stop anyway. Some of the best cinnamon rolls and cupcakes! Yummm!
Sweets and Smiles
14965 Business 13You may not need cupcakes or pastries, but I'd stop anyway. Some of the best cinnamon rolls and cupcakes! Yummm!
I think this is another "do not miss." Order a glass of wine, a meat and cheese platter, and sit on the deck and enjoy life. We start every girls' weekend here. So excited to get there, we don't even go to the cabin and unpack first. We stop on the way.
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Vino Cellars at the Lake / Bistro 58
15038 MO-13I think this is another "do not miss." Order a glass of wine, a meat and cheese platter, and sit on the deck and enjoy life. We start every girls' weekend here. So excited to get there, we don't even go to the cabin and unpack first. We stop on the way.
This is the one of the only two places in Branson, that I think is worth the drive and traffic. The restaurant is east of 65, very close to the landing. You can drive through Branson to see what's there, or you can take 13 to 86 and enjoy the scenery. If you're not a fan of sushi, try something from their Japanese grill.
After eating, I will stroll over to 417 Vintage, across the street, west. Interesting little shop.
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MoMo Sushi & Grill
120 N Sycamore StThis is the one of the only two places in Branson, that I think is worth the drive and traffic. The restaurant is east of 65, very close to the landing. You can drive through Branson to see what's there, or you can take 13 to 86 and enjoy the scenery. If you're not a fan of sushi, try something from their Japanese grill.
After eating, I will stroll over to 417 Vintage, across the street, west. Interesting little shop.
Don't be fooled by the atmosphere. This is good food and good service. Very downhome. Very close to the cabin and visited by a lot of the locals. On Fridays, they usually have a catfish special and on Saturdays, a chicken special. Closed on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday. Closes the other days by 7:00 pm.
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Fillin' Station
6741 MO-13Don't be fooled by the atmosphere. This is good food and good service. Very downhome. Very close to the cabin and visited by a lot of the locals. On Fridays, they usually have a catfish special and on Saturdays, a chicken special. Closed on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday. Closes the other days by 7:00 pm.
This restaurant is on the way to Dogwood Canyon. Quaint little place that simply serves good food.
White Lightning
72 State Highway 86This restaurant is on the way to Dogwood Canyon. Quaint little place that simply serves good food.
If you're going to be spending time near Top of the Rock or Big Cedar, this is the restaurant I'd recommend. I'd suggest going to the bar area and not the restaurant. (The restaurant is a little pricey for me and kind of limited menu.) Great log cabin atmosphere.
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Devil's Pool Restaurant
612 Top of the Rock RdIf you're going to be spending time near Top of the Rock or Big Cedar, this is the restaurant I'd recommend. I'd suggest going to the bar area and not the restaurant. (The restaurant is a little pricey for me and kind of limited menu.) Great log cabin atmosphere.
Big Buoy's Restaurant & Bar
This would be my number 1 food recommendation. Great place. Very touristie thing to do. Eat on the dock, watch the boats float by and feed the geese and ducks. We love the Captains pizza. Due to seasonal needs, and staffing, the hours will vary at this restaurant. If you plan on visiting this establishment, I suggest checking their operating hours. They often have live entertainment, please review their website for more information.
Pier 28 Pizza & Grill
This would be my number 1 food recommendation. Great place. Very touristie thing to do. Eat on the dock, watch the boats float by and feed the geese and ducks. We love the Captains pizza. Due to seasonal needs, and staffing, the hours will vary at this restaurant. If you plan on visiting this establishment, I suggest checking their operating hours. They often have live entertainment, please review their website for more information.
Wonderful place to eat. Sit on the patio under the umbrellas, perhaps indulge in an adult beverage and enjoy the view of the lake and Kimberling CIty Bridge. Like so many of the restaurants in Kimberling CIty, they often have live music. You can review their website for the times and musicians.
The View at Kimberling
Wonderful place to eat. Sit on the patio under the umbrellas, perhaps indulge in an adult beverage and enjoy the view of the lake and Kimberling CIty Bridge. Like so many of the restaurants in Kimberling CIty, they often have live music. You can review their website for the times and musicians.
Always consistent. I mean that in a positive way. It doesn't matter if they are busy or slow. Same great service and same great Mexican food.
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EL LAGO MEXICAN RESTAURANT
18942 MO-BUS13Always consistent. I mean that in a positive way. It doesn't matter if they are busy or slow. Same great service and same great Mexican food.
Pop's Smoke Shack
17201 Business 13Great BBQ served by great people.
ATTRACTIONS AND ACTIVITIES
This is the very first Bass Pro, founded by Johnny Morris. It is about an hour and 15 minutes away, straight north. I understand this is not going to appeal to everyone, but if you're a sportsman, this might be right up your alley. Like I said, it is a long drive.
Bass Pro
2011 South Campbell AvenueThis is the very first Bass Pro, founded by Johnny Morris. It is about an hour and 15 minutes away, straight north. I understand this is not going to appeal to everyone, but if you're a sportsman, this might be right up your alley. Like I said, it is a long drive.
This full-service marina is 5-10 minute drive. Please refer to their website for hours and rental information.
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Baxter Marina
4667 W State Hwy HThis full-service marina is 5-10 minute drive. Please refer to their website for hours and rental information.
Yep, right next to the marina. Black Oak does have a community shoreline, but the corp ramp and is usually busy with boats loading and unloading and people swimming. If you're planning on spending the day splashing on the shoreline, I'd probably pay the small admission fee and spend the day here. Very neat and well maintained grounds.
Baxter Campground
4631 Missouri HYep, right next to the marina. Black Oak does have a community shoreline, but the corp ramp and is usually busy with boats loading and unloading and people swimming. If you're planning on spending the day splashing on the shoreline, I'd probably pay the small admission fee and spend the day here. Very neat and well maintained grounds.
MUST SEE!! This post is not really about the resort, I'm sure its great. But, I'm recommending one of the roads leading to the resort. It has an absolutely amazing view of the lake. This is my first suggestion to anyone who has never been to this area. (Again take 13 to 86, no need to go through Branson for this attraction). You'll actually get directions to "Top of the Rock." When you get to the entrance, there will be two entrances. You want the one on the left that says "Big Cedar," no admittance fee. Now, be careful, this is a very windy road. You'll know the view when you get there. We like to arrive just around sunset. There is usually a small group of people already there, some enjoying an evening picnic. Rumor has it that Johnny Morris may soon be changing this area. So, enjoy it while you have the opportunity. I will warn you, I will generally get lost in Big Cedar while leaving, but I do always, eventually, find my way out.
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Big Cedar Lodge
Big Cedar LodgeMUST SEE!! This post is not really about the resort, I'm sure its great. But, I'm recommending one of the roads leading to the resort. It has an absolutely amazing view of the lake. This is my first suggestion to anyone who has never been to this area. (Again take 13 to 86, no need to go through Branson for this attraction). You'll actually get directions to "Top of the Rock." When you get to the entrance, there will be two entrances. You want the one on the left that says "Big Cedar," no admittance fee. Now, be careful, this is a very windy road. You'll know the view when you get there. We like to arrive just around sunset. There is usually a small group of people already there, some enjoying an evening picnic. Rumor has it that Johnny Morris may soon be changing this area. So, enjoy it while you have the opportunity. I will warn you, I will generally get lost in Big Cedar while leaving, but I do always, eventually, find my way out.
Such a beautiful place. Easy, easy asphalted trails. There is an admittance fee. We will usually walk or rent a bike. You can also rent segways, horseback riding or just ride a tram. These usually fill up fast, so plan ahead and make reservations. This is another place owned by Bass Pro founder, Johnny Morris. He definitely knows how to do things right.
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Природный парк Догвуд-Каньон
2038 State Hwy 86Such a beautiful place. Easy, easy asphalted trails. There is an admittance fee. We will usually walk or rent a bike. You can also rent segways, horseback riding or just ride a tram. These usually fill up fast, so plan ahead and make reservations. This is another place owned by Bass Pro founder, Johnny Morris. He definitely knows how to do things right.
This is another example of how centrally located our little place is! This is about an hour drive, but oh, what a unique little town. This town originally sprung up due to it's hot springs. The entire downtown is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It is also well know for it's HAUNTED HOTEL, the Crescent Hotel. Eureka is home to several natural hot springs and the Great Passion Play. This is also a very popular motorcycle destination.
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Eureka Springs Farmers' Market
44 KingshighwayThis is another example of how centrally located our little place is! This is about an hour drive, but oh, what a unique little town. This town originally sprung up due to it's hot springs. The entire downtown is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It is also well know for it's HAUNTED HOTEL, the Crescent Hotel. Eureka is home to several natural hot springs and the Great Passion Play. This is also a very popular motorcycle destination.
If you like to shop, this is the place to go. There is free parking on the north and south ends. You'll have to pay to park in the parking garage. There is a water fountain show at the top of every hour, noon til 10, depending on the weather.
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The Landing
If you like to shop, this is the place to go. There is free parking on the north and south ends. You'll have to pay to park in the parking garage. There is a water fountain show at the top of every hour, noon til 10, depending on the weather.
This is definitely seasonal. But, it is right up the road from Dogwood Canyon. We make a point to go at least once a year to pick blueberries. You can also purchase muffins, gift baskets, syrups, etc.
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Persimmon Hill Farm
367 Persimmon Hill LnThis is definitely seasonal. But, it is right up the road from Dogwood Canyon. We make a point to go at least once a year to pick blueberries. You can also purchase muffins, gift baskets, syrups, etc.
KAYAKING...We like to kayak, but we have never used an outfitter. Galena is about 30 minutes away. This is a pretty easy float that I think anyone could do. Due your diligence and research outfitters, but I'd highly recommend spending a day floating. Wonderful.
Galena
KAYAKING...We like to kayak, but we have never used an outfitter. Galena is about 30 minutes away. This is a pretty easy float that I think anyone could do. Due your diligence and research outfitters, but I'd highly recommend spending a day floating. Wonderful.
This is so much funnnnnn! There are several of these in the area. I've been on most of them, and this is my favorite. (I have not been on the newest one at Shephard of the Hills). Thus is a small roller coaster that snakes along the ground. No big drops, no looptie-loops. It is open day and night. It is a whole new experience at night when it's all lite up. They also have ziplines at this location. I love ziplines at this location.
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Runaway Mountain Coaster & Flyaway Ziplines в Branson Mountain Adventure
935 MO-165This is so much funnnnnn! There are several of these in the area. I've been on most of them, and this is my favorite. (I have not been on the newest one at Shephard of the Hills). Thus is a small roller coaster that snakes along the ground. No big drops, no looptie-loops. It is open day and night. It is a whole new experience at night when it's all lite up. They also have ziplines at this location. I love ziplines at this location.
This started out as a play, based on the book. It is now turned into an adventure park. Recently under new ownership. They have ziplines, rope courses, ATV's, shops, etc. Inspiration Tower has an amazing view. They have a mountain coaster. This is definitely a place to visit.
Side note: They have a wonderful drive through light show during the holidays.
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Пастух холмов
5585 76 Country BlvdThis started out as a play, based on the book. It is now turned into an adventure park. Recently under new ownership. They have ziplines, rope courses, ATV's, shops, etc. Inspiration Tower has an amazing view. They have a mountain coaster. This is definitely a place to visit.
Side note: They have a wonderful drive through light show during the holidays.
Country themed amusement park. There is so much to do in this area, but it would be hard to determine what is the bigger attraction, SIlver Dollar City or Table Rock Lake. You might as well plan a whole day at the Park. I'd highly recommend the very unique, Time Traveler Roller Coaster. But, all their coasters are great. If you plan on attending the park, please check if reservations are required. (Due to COVID).
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Серебряный город доллара
399 Silver Dollar City PkwyCountry themed amusement park. There is so much to do in this area, but it would be hard to determine what is the bigger attraction, SIlver Dollar City or Table Rock Lake. You might as well plan a whole day at the Park. I'd highly recommend the very unique, Time Traveler Roller Coaster. But, all their coasters are great. If you plan on attending the park, please check if reservations are required. (Due to COVID).
Walking distance from the cabin. I wanted to mention this, because I'm surprised how many people come to the cabin, but never go down to the lake. The boat ramp is just west of the condos. Sometimes, we just inflate a floatie and hand out on the community shoreline. Please do not trespass onto the privately owned boat docks. Please make time to enjoy the beautiful sunsets from this shoreline.
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Table Rock Lake
Walking distance from the cabin. I wanted to mention this, because I'm surprised how many people come to the cabin, but never go down to the lake. The boat ramp is just west of the condos. Sometimes, we just inflate a floatie and hand out on the community shoreline. Please do not trespass onto the privately owned boat docks. Please make time to enjoy the beautiful sunsets from this shoreline.
This is a golf course with trails, restaurants, museums and Chapel of the Ozarks and Civil War era cabin. We generally go there for the gold cart trail. There is a fee to get onto the property. But, we have always been credited that fee when we rent a golf cart. I would highly recommend this to anyone. It is so much fun just to meander the asphalted trails. Just an absolutely beautiful setting!! I'm always disappointed when we reach the end of the trail.
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Top of the Rock
150 Top of the Rock RdThis is a golf course with trails, restaurants, museums and Chapel of the Ozarks and Civil War era cabin. We generally go there for the gold cart trail. There is a fee to get onto the property. But, we have always been credited that fee when we rent a golf cart. I would highly recommend this to anyone. It is so much fun just to meander the asphalted trails. Just an absolutely beautiful setting!! I'm always disappointed when we reach the end of the trail.
Pink Jeep Tours Branson
I have not done this. But, it sounds like a lot of fun.
Showboat Branson Belle
4800 MO-165Sandy beach. No adult beverages allowed. Small entry fee.
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Пляж Moonshine Beach
3778 MO-165Sandy beach. No adult beverages allowed. Small entry fee.
This is another example of how centrally located our little place is! This is about an hour drive, but oh, what a unique little town. This town originally sprung up due to it's hot springs. The entire downtown is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It is also well know for it's HAUNTED HOTEL, the Crescent Hotel. Eureka is home to several natural hot springs and the Great Passion Play. This is also a very popular motorcycle destination.
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Eureka Springs Downtown
5-19 Spring StThis is another example of how centrally located our little place is! This is about an hour drive, but oh, what a unique little town. This town originally sprung up due to it's hot springs. The entire downtown is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It is also well know for it's HAUNTED HOTEL, the Crescent Hotel. Eureka is home to several natural hot springs and the Great Passion Play. This is also a very popular motorcycle destination.
JUST FOR KIDS, BIG OR SMALL
Аквариум на набережной
2700 76 Country BlvdCheck to see reservations are required.
Парк развлечений Бигфут
3608 76 Country BlvdThe Butterfly Palace & Rainforest Adventure
4106 76 Country BlvdПриключения Фрица
1425 76 Country BlvdПастух холмов
5585 76 Country BlvdWonderWorks
2835 76 Country BlvdFun Mountain is about a 35 minute drive and is located in Big Cedar Lodge. Fun Mountain is open to the public, fee for each activity. But, a lot of fun for the kids.
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Fun Mountain
612 Devil's Pool RdFun Mountain is about a 35 minute drive and is located in Big Cedar Lodge. Fun Mountain is open to the public, fee for each activity. But, a lot of fun for the kids.
FREE (OR CHEAP THINGS)
The Dewey Short Visitor Center is located in Table Rock State Park. You have a view of the back side of the dam. There is an approximately 2 mile trail that will take you to Table Rock State Park Marina.
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Центр для посетителей Dewey Short
4500 MO-165The Dewey Short Visitor Center is located in Table Rock State Park. You have a view of the back side of the dam. There is an approximately 2 mile trail that will take you to Table Rock State Park Marina.
Shepherd of the Hills Fish Hatchery is the largest trout-rearing facility operated by the Missouri Department of Conservation. Located just beneath the dam.
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Рыбопитомник Shepherd of the Hills
483 Hatchery RdShepherd of the Hills Fish Hatchery is the largest trout-rearing facility operated by the Missouri Department of Conservation. Located just beneath the dam.
Moonshine is the only public SAND beach found on the lake, and it offers plenty of the amenities you expect to find when you spend a day at the beach; picnic areas, grills, drinking water, restrooms, a playground, and a volleyball court. There are also group shelters that can be reserved, and a handy boat ramp for fishing and water sports excursions. There is a $5 fee, per carload.
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Пляж Moonshine Beach
3778 MO-165Moonshine is the only public SAND beach found on the lake, and it offers plenty of the amenities you expect to find when you spend a day at the beach; picnic areas, grills, drinking water, restrooms, a playground, and a volleyball court. There are also group shelters that can be reserved, and a handy boat ramp for fishing and water sports excursions. There is a $5 fee, per carload.
Branson Landing
100 Branson Landing BlvdTop of the hour water/fire show at the fountain.
Парк штата Тейбл-Рок
5272 MO-165Baxter Marina
4667 W State Hwy HIt is a hotel, but it is free to walk through this haunted hotel. This is about an hour away, in Eureka Springs. While there, be sure and wonder around the Eureka Springs. Very unique town.
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Crescent Hotel and Spa
75 Prospect AveIt is a hotel, but it is free to walk through this haunted hotel. This is about an hour away, in Eureka Springs. While there, be sure and wonder around the Eureka Springs. Very unique town.
Very seasonal. They do sell products and if you pick, you pay, for the berries.
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Persimmon Hill Farm
367 Persimmon Hill LnVery seasonal. They do sell products and if you pick, you pay, for the berries.
Заповедник Рут-энд-Пол-Хеннинг
I'm surprised how many guests will visit or cabin, but never go down to the lake. - While in the neighborhood, I'd suggest walking down to the lake at sunset, go west, past the condos. -Or, pick up a floatie and spend the day lazing at the lake. -Or, if you really want a great lakeview, drive the half to overlook the lake at the Big Cedar/Top of the Rock entrance. I do think this is a "must do" for first time visitors. Take 86 almost to 65, much more scenic, take the Big Cedar entrance at the round-a-bout. Then drive up the very curvy road. You'll know when you get to the lakeview. This is another great sunset view.
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Table Rock Lake
I'm surprised how many guests will visit or cabin, but never go down to the lake. - While in the neighborhood, I'd suggest walking down to the lake at sunset, go west, past the condos. -Or, pick up a floatie and spend the day lazing at the lake. -Or, if you really want a great lakeview, drive the half to overlook the lake at the Big Cedar/Top of the Rock entrance. I do think this is a "must do" for first time visitors. Take 86 almost to 65, much more scenic, take the Big Cedar entrance at the round-a-bout. Then drive up the very curvy road. You'll know when you get to the lakeview. This is another great sunset view.