Welcome to Lake Lifestyles magazine’s 2026 Best of the Lake!

These awards celebrate and recognize the best Lake of the Ozarks has to offer.

The final round of voting takes place from February 16 - March 2, 2026. Once the survey closes, the top two in each category will be contacted. First and second place winners are listed in the May/June/July issue of Lake Lifestyles magazine. A celebration to recognize the winners is held in May.

For more information and for updates, go to www.LakeNewsOnline.com or LakeNewsOnline on Facebook.

Let the voting begin!

*You must register to vote. Only one vote allowed per day per category. Minimum of 5 votes must be cast.

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