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Lake of the Ozarks

Missouri
185.51 km²
38.1900, -92.8329
NHD 120032269
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About Lake of the Ozarks

Lake of the Ozarks is a natural lake or pond in Missouri, United States. It covers approximately 185.51 km² (45841 acres). The lake centroid is located at 38.1900° N, 92.8329° W. Fish species records for this lake are still being compiled. Lake boundary and identifier come from the USGS National Hydrography Dataset.

At a glance

Best season
April – October
Long open-water season
Natural lake
Very large
Big-water tactics apply
Species diversity
Data pending
Records still being compiled
Access
Public waterbody
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Weather at Lake of the Ozarks

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Best fishing times today

Day length: 14h 32m
Dawn10:32
Sunrise11:02
Sunset01:34
Dusk02:04

Bite windows today

  • Dawn10:0212:02Excellent
  • Morning12:0218:18Good
  • Midday18:1822:34Calm
  • Afternoon22:3400:34Good
  • Dusk00:3402:34Excellent
  • Night02:3410:02Good
Moon: 14% · waxing14:40

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Frequently asked questions

What fish species live in Lake of the Ozarks?

No fish species have been catalogued yet for Lake of the Ozarks. Records are pulled from GBIF and updated regularly.

How big is Lake of the Ozarks?

Lake of the Ozarks covers approximately 185.51 square kilometres (45841 acres), based on the USGS National Hydrography Dataset.

Where is Lake of the Ozarks located?

Lake of the Ozarks is located in Missouri, United States, with its centroid at 38.1900°, -92.8329°.

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Data sources: USGS National Hydrography Dataset · GBIF