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There are a lot of reasons to visit the beautiful Lake of the Ozarks , year-round. One of those great reasons is the rich history the area has. Spend your vacation exploring the area and benefitting from rich stories and beautiful sights your whole family will love seeing. Keep reading to learn more about the Lake of the Ozarks, its original inhabitants, the start of the dam, and more! (And don't forget to reserve comfortable, beautiful lodging with Ozark Yacht Club while you're here!) (Photo Credit: FunLake.com) History Snapshot The Lake of the Ozarks was first inhabited by the Osage Indians. As time passed, explorers came into the area (including Lewis and Clark) and started developing the land in order to install railroads and small communities. In 1929, Union Electric Company of St. Louis began constructing the dam that has created the Lake we know and love today.  Lake's Major Cities & Their History The Lake brought a lot of businesses and homeowners to the area a...

If you are looking for an escape, the Lake of the Ozarks is the place to be. Not only is it rich in history, but there are also several incredible things to do and see year-round that will make your vacation something you remember and cherish for a long time. Ozark Yacht Club has beautiful lakefront cabins, extensive amenities, boat and slip rentals, water accessories, a delicious restaurant with renowned weekend brunches, and so much more for you to enjoy while you're visiting the Lake of the Ozarks . Keep reading to learn more about the Lake area and how to get ready for your lake vacation! (Photo Credit: FunLake.com ) HISTORY OF THE LAKE Quick History The Lake of the Ozarks was first inhabited by the Osage Indians. As time passed, explorers came into the area (including Lewis and Clark) and started developing the land in order to install railroads and small communities. In 1929, Union Electric Company of St. Louis began constructing the dam that has created the Lake we know and...

The Lake of the Ozarks isn't just a pretty place. It is also a place full of rich history that not everyone is familiar with. Ozark Yacht Club is the best destination at the Lake of the Ozarks , and we are proud to be a part of this community, and we are excited to share some of that history today! Keep reading to learn all about the history of the Lake of the Ozarks. Photo Credit: FunLake Quick History The Lake of the Ozarks was first inhabited by the Osage Indians. As time passed, explorers came into the area (including Lewis and Clark) and started developing the land in order to install railroads and small communities. In 1929, Union Electric Company of St. Louis began constructing the dam that has created the Lake we know and love today.  Lasting Power The Lake of the Ozarks was created as the world's largest man-made lake in 1929, but it almost didn't happen. A few short months after construction started, the Great Depression began, sweeping the...