The best Lake of the Ozarks gifts either bring the lake home or get them back out on it: a hoodie or trucker hat with the lake's outline, a ceramic ornament for the tree, or a local experience like a kayak day at Ha Ha Tonka State Park, a guided fishing trip, or a night in a state park cabin. Missouri State Parks puts the lake at about 55,000 acres with 1,150 miles of shoreline, so there is plenty of it to give.
Below are 18 ideas, grouped by who you're shopping for. Every product links to its own page, and every local experience has the links you need to book it. All prices are as of October 2026.
Quick picks
| Gift | Best for | Price (as of Oct 2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Lake of the Ozarks Hoodie | Chilly mornings on the dock | from $54.99 |
| Lake of the Ozarks Ceramic Ornament | Christmas, stocking stuffer | $19.95 |
| Lake of the Ozarks Trucker Hat | Boat days, adjustable fit | $37.99 |
| Kayak rental at Ha Ha Tonka | A spring paddle day | from $20 for two hours |
| Guided fishing trip | The angler | from $400 for 4 hours |
For the one who's always on the water
1. Lake of the Ozarks Hoodie (from $54.99)
Early boat rides and fall nights at the lake get cold fast. A hoodie with the lake's outline gets worn from the first cool morning in September on. Prefer the design on the back? There's a back-printed version too.
2. Lake of the Ozarks Dri-Fit Shirt (from $44.99)
A long sleeve, moisture-wicking shirt for anglers and anyone who spends all day in the Missouri sun.
3. Lake of the Ozarks Trucker Hat ($37.99)
The safest gift when you don't know their size, since it has an adjustable snap closure, and it keeps the sun off on the water.
4. Ozarks Lake Life Heavy Cotton Tee (from $29.99)
The everyday lake shirt. The front and back printed tee adds a Lake of the Ozarks map.
5. Women's Racerback Tank (from $27.99)
A summer-on-the-water top. For spring and fall boating, try the unisex long sleeve jersey tee (from $44.99).
For the Lake of the Ozarks lake house
6. Lake of the Ozarks Canvas Gallery Wrap (from $44.99)
Their lake on the wall, at the lake house or at home.
7. Lake of the Ozarks Square Pillow ($34.99)
An easy way to make a porch swing or a couch feel like the lake.
8. Lake of the Ozarks Ceramic Ornament ($19.95)
A reminder of the lake every time they decorate the tree.
Local Lake of the Ozarks experience gifts
Experience gifts are perfect for people who already have everything. Prices and rules below come from each business's or agency's own website, checked October 9, 2026.
9. A pontoon rental day
Give them a day on the water without the cost of owning a boat.
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Lake of the Ozarks State Park Marina (Osage Beach and Brumley) rents tritoons, kayaks, and more from its Grand Glaize and Public Beach 1 locations (each booking page shows what is on the water). Renters must be 21 or older, and anyone born after January 1, 1984, needs a Boating Safety ID Card at check-in. See the booking pages for rates, and call about hours, which change by season.
Links: Website · Book Grand Glaize · Book Public Beach 1 · Directions to Grand Glaize · Directions to Public Beach 1 · Call 573-348-1233 (Grand Glaize) or 573-302-1044 (Public Beach 1) -
Surdyke Boat Rentals (Osage Beach): a 25-foot, 175 HP pontoon that holds 12 is listed at $425 for 4 hours or $675 for 8 hours (as of October 2026). Renters must be 18 or older, there's a $1,000 hold per boat that is released if there's no damage, and no captain is provided. We didn't find a gift certificate, so book the day for them.
Links: Website · Prices · Booking page · Directions · Call 573-348-9283
Good to know: The Missouri State Highway Patrol says anyone born after January 1, 1984, and before January 1, 2006, who operates a motorized boat or sailboat over 12 feet on Missouri's lakes needs an approved boater safety card (Highway Patrol FAQ). Effective January 1, 2027, that extends to anyone born on or after January 1, 2006, on all waters of the state. The card costs $15 (as of October 2026), and the page lists no exception for rentals.
10. Kayaks at Ha Ha Tonka State Park
The state runs these kayak rentals, and park admission is free. One-person kayaks are $20 for two hours, $30 for four hours, or $40 all day. Two-person kayaks are $25, $35, or $50 (as of October 2026). All-day rentals can be reserved online. Kayaks are available April through October during visitor center hours, so a gift bought after October is a spring gift.
Links: Kayaking page · Directions · Call 573-346-2986
11. Dinner by boat at Windrose Marker 26 (a spring 2027 gift)
Windrose Marker 26 Lakeside Dining at Margaritaville Lake Resort in Osage Beach says guests can arrive by boat, with dock slips and nearby parking. It's upscale, with chef-inspired cuisine and handcrafted cocktails. OpenTable and TripAdvisor list it as closed for the 2026 season and reopening in spring 2027, and Visit Missouri calls it seasonal, so this is a spring gift. Call the resort to confirm the reopening date before you buy.
Links: Website · Directions · Call the resort at 573-348-3131
12. A guided fishing trip
Missouri's Department of Conservation says "Catch rates for largemouth bass remain high" (MDC outlook). Two guides post prices on their own sites (as of October 2026).
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Mike's Guide Service: $400 for 4 hours, $600 for 6, or $800 for 8, for one or two anglers. Rods, reels, lures, tackle, bait, water, and fish cleaning are included, plus lunch on the 8-hour trip.
Links: Website · Rates · Contact to book · Call 314-517-3520 -
Expert Angling Guide Service: $400 for 4 hours, $550 for 6, or $650 for 8, with rods, reels, tackle, bait, and fish cleaning included. A 2-hour electronics training is $200 (fish finder setup, sonar, GPS).
Links: Website · Prices · Book a trip · Call 314-996-9963
Good to know: Neither guide includes a fishing license, so most anglers need their own Missouri fishing permit (MDC exempts Missouri residents 65 and older). As of October 2026, MDC lists a resident fishing permit at $14.00, a nonresident permit at $57.00, and a daily permit at $9.00 for 2026 (MDC fishing permits). For a 2027 trip, check that page for current prices.
13. A night in a state park Outpost cabin
Lake of the Ozarks State Park near Brumley rents Outpost cabins (the state lists 8) and yurts. The cabins sleep six with no water and no linens. Rates aren't posted on the state's lodging page, and a two- or three-night minimum may apply. We didn't find a gift certificate, so book the dates for them.
Links: Park website · Reserve · Directions · Call 877-422-6766
14. A Margaritaville Lake Resort gift certificate
Margaritaville Lake Resort in Osage Beach sells custom package certificates (choose the nights, then add extras like golf at The Oaks or Jolly Mon water park tickets) and monetary certificates for spa treatments, rooms, dining, golf, or the gift shops. The page says to call to order and doesn't state amounts or expiration, so ask.
Links: Gift certificates · Directions · Call 800-826-8272
15. A Lodge of Four Seasons e-gift card
The Lodge of Four Seasons in Lake Ozark sells an Every Occasion Instant E-Gift Card that, per the resort, "can be used for anything on the property just like cash or to reserve rooms!" It expires five years after purchase. The Spa Kyoto card lists vouchers valid August 1 to October 31, 2026, so ask the resort first.
Links: Website · Buy the e-gift card · Book a room · Directions · Call 888-265-5500
16. A cave tour at Ozark Caverns
Ozark Caverns sits inside Lake of the Ozarks State Park. Tours are $13 for adults, $10 for ages 13 to 17, $8 for ages 6 to 12, and free under 6, plus tax (as of October 2026). Traditional tours run May 15 through Sept. 15 and are closed right now, so this is a gift for next summer. We found no gift certificate, so book tickets for them.
Links: Tour fees · Directions · Call 573-346-2500
17. A free stop at Willmore Lodge
Ameren Missouri calls Willmore Lodge "one of the best free attractions at the Lake of the Ozarks," with an interactive museum on the lake's history. Ameren's overlook has kiosks about the lake and dam, and one of the original dam turbines is on display. Check hours with the Lake Area Chamber of Commerce first.
Links: Ameren page · Directions
Stocking stuffers under $40
18. Small Lake of the Ozarks gifts
Pair the $19.95 ornament or the $37.99 trucker hat with a few practical lake extras:
- A floating keychain so the boat keys don't sink
- A waterproof phone pouch
- An insulated can cooler
- A note promising a free day at Ha Ha Tonka or Lake of the Ozarks State Park
How to pick the right Lake of the Ozarks gift
- Not sure of their size? Go with the trucker hat, ornament, canvas, or pillow.
- They have everything? Pick an experience: a kayak day, a fishing trip, or a night at the state park.
- Shopping in the off season? Kayaks and Ozark Caverns tours are seasonal, so give them as spring and summer gifts.
- Order ahead for the holidays. Our products are made to order, and we estimate delivery in about a week, so give yourself extra time in December.
Frequently asked questions
Are there Lake of the Ozarks shirts or ornaments?
Yes. Our Lake of the Ozarks collection has tees, dri-fit shirts, hoodies, and trucker hats with the outline of the lake. The ceramic ornament is $19.95 (as of October 2026).
What can I get someone who has a house on Lake of the Ozarks?
A canvas of the lake for the wall, a pillow for the porch, and an ornament for their first Christmas at the lake make a great housewarming set.
What experience gifts are there at Lake of the Ozarks?
Popular options include a pontoon rental day, kayaks at Ha Ha Tonka, a guided fishing trip, a state park cabin, a resort gift card, and, next season, dinner by boat at Windrose Marker 26 and a cave tour at Ozark Caverns.
Find their Lake of the Ozarks gift
Shop the full Lake of the Ozarks collection. Shopping for someone who loves a different lake? Choose their lake here.
Prices and details checked October 9, 2026, and may change. Call ahead or check each website before you book.
Sources: Lake Life Designs: Lake of the Ozarks collection, Missouri State Parks: Boating, Ha Ha Tonka kayaking, Ozark Caverns tour fees, Surdyke Boat Rentals, Windrose Marker 26, Mike's Guide Service, Expert Angling Guide Service, MDC: Fishing permits, Missouri State Highway Patrol: Boater education FAQ, Ameren Missouri: Lake of the Ozarks