Osage Beach is the heart of Lake of the Ozarks, one of several large man-made lakes in the United States, with 92 miles of main channel. We are the Midwest’s premier lake destination boosting world-class boating, shopping, dining, fishing, state parks, and other must-not-miss recreation. Located in central Missouri on US Hwy 54, 42 miles southwest of Jefferson City, the State’s capital, our community is part of a rapidly growing region with excellent schools, beautiful scenery, and endless opportunities which makes us a desirable place to be.