Isla Del Sol Condominiums: things to do in the winter at lake of the ozarks

Wednesday, January 17, 2018

Family Friendly Winter Activities at the Lake of the Ozarks

The days have been cold and kind of dreary lately, and the kiddos have had a few snow days due to inclement weather. It may feel like the cold will never go away when you're cooped up in the house for days on end. Well, even when the temperatures are in the single digits, there are still plenty of family friendly activities at the Lake of the Ozarks that you can enjoy! Take a look at some ideas we have to get you and yours out of the house and having fun even on the coldest of days:

Shopping
Buying or browsing, shoppers will find stores galore at the Lake of the Ozarks. From a major outlet-mall with name brand designer stores to small, unique boutiques, the Lake has it all. The area’s hundreds of retailers offer items for the family, the home, the outdoors, the holidays and much more, year-round.

Dining
Some of the best cuisine in the Midwest can be savored right here at the Lake. Whether it's breakfast, lunch, or dinner, your appetite will fare well. At the Lake of the Ozarks there are more than 100-plus restaurants to choose from. You'll find contemporary gourmet creations by world-renowned chefs, tasty Ozark barbecue, all-you-can-eat buffets, juicy bar-and-grill burgers, down-home favorites, all types of ethnic offerings and much more. Best of all, nearly half of the Lake Area's restaurants are located directly on the water or offer a fantastic view of it!

Indoor Activities

At the Lake of the Ozarks, there is no shortage of family friendly indoor activities to choose from! Families can enjoy a family fun escape room, lots of action-packed arcades and parks, bowling, checking out a movie at the theater, three popular "show caves" and even take a step back in time by visiting one of the several museums at Lake of the Ozarks.

State Parks
From bluff tops to lakeshore, there’s a lot to explore in the great outdoors at the Lake of the Ozarks. Even without the Lake, this area would be a treasure with its rolling hills, bluffs, forest and other unique terrain features. When you add all this with beautiful lake vistas, you have one of the most scenic vacation destinations in Mid-America. Dress in your warmest winter clothes and get out on the trails to check out the beauty of the Ozarks!

Second Home Living at the Lake of the Ozarks
When you own at second home at the Lake of the Ozarks, the fun doesn't stop when summer is over. The Lake area has many family friendly things to do all year long for you to enjoy. If you want to enjoy Lake life year round, Isla Del Sol offers luxury, waterfront condos at the Lake of the Ozarks. For more information about our condos, call 573-552-8418 or visit us online at www.IslaDelSolLakeOzarks.com.

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Tuesday, December 26, 2017

Ready for Some Winter Fishing?

There are many fun activities that you and your family can participate in at the Lake of the Ozarks, including fishing. Although the weather outside may be cold, the fishing is heating up! Lake of the Ozarks has some of the best fishing in the midwest, and winter is no exception. If you own a condo at the Lake of the Ozarks, you can enjoy some of the best fishing in the country, no matter the season.

What You Can Catch

Don't let the cold winter weather keep you away from some of the best winter fishing in the country. While you may think that the water temperatures in January or February are too frigid to catch fish, it is actually one of the best times of the year to catch a number of different fish, as well as some of the biggest fish in the lake. During these months you can find water temperatures averaging between the mid or upper 30s and the low to mid-40s.

Winter is an excellent time to fish for bass by slowly fishing jerkbaits off points or pea gravel banks. However, the months of January and February are unique because you can catch crappie on the same baits that are used to catch bass. The most popular lure to catch crappie and bass is a suspending jerkbaits. Big crappie will be schooled up during these winter months, so it is not uncommon to catch a limit of giant crappie on consecutive casts to a single spot.

How To Find Fish In The Winter

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During the winter, most bass anglers will opt to fish the lower end of the lake where the water is clearer and usually warmer than in the other regions. Bass fishing in the Lake of the Ozarks during the winter months is less complex than in other months because it comes down to three baits, which are jerkbaits, jigs and the Alabama rig. However, the trick to a successful bass fishing trip during the winter months is figuring out where the fish are and slowing things down. With the water levels drawn down to winter pool, the main areas to target during these winter months are 45-degree channel banks, secondary points, bluff ends, and transition banks.

Your Fishing Condo at the Lake of the Ozarks

When you own a condo at the Lake of the Ozarks, you will always have the best place to stay during your fishing excursions. At Isla Del Sol, you are just steps away from your dock, so you will be out on the water catching bass and crappie within minutes. To learn more about our waterfront condos at the Lake of the Ozarks, call 573-552-8418 or visit www.IslaDelSolLakeOzarks.com.