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The Outpost Cabins
Experience a new kind of camping adventure at the Outpost. Nestled in the heart of Lake of the Ozarks State Park, the Outpost offers eight rustic log cabins for campers who want to experience the outdoors without pitching a tent.
Developed in 1993, each cabin features tables and chairs, a wood-burning stove and sleeping accommodations for six people. Infants and children count as occupants. These accommodations include two three-quarter size beds (sized in between a twin and a full) in the loft and one double futon bed downstairs. Tents or other alternate lodging accommodations are not allowed in the rental area.
To prepare for your experience, bring your camping gear such as sleeping bags, pillows, lanterns, cooking and eating utensils, and water containers. The rustic cabins do not have electricity or running water, so plan accordingly. Pets and smoking are not allowed inside the cabins.
Outside, each cabin has tables and benches, and a fire grill for barbecuing or campfires. A modern central restroom, showerhouse and drinking water, along with a central parking area, are located within walking distance of the cabins. Two bundles of firewood are included with rental. Clean up and trash removal is the responsibility of the lodging guest and should be completed before check out.
These rustic cabins, surrounded by an oak-hickory forest, offer visitors a chance to watch wildlife from their front porch. The Lake of the Ozarks, where you can enjoy fishing and swimming, is within walking distance along a hiking trail. Boat rentals are available from the park concessionaire.
Cabins in the Outpost can be rented year-round. The 2008/2009 rate is $40 for 1-6 occupants. Full payment for your stay is due at the time you make the reservation. Single-night reservations are not accepted.
Please visit the Lodging Reservation System page for other important policy information before making your reservation.
Click on the cabin numbers below to view specific details or to make a reservation. Cabin 8 is handicap accessible.
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Yurt
Lake of the Ozarks State Park offers a one-of-a-kind experience with its yurt. A yurt is a circular structure with a fabric cover, much like a tent, and a wooden frame making it strong and weathertight. It sits on a wooden platform with decking and has a locking door. There are three large windows to enjoy the view and a dome skylight that can be opened for ventilation.
The yurt is located in Section 1 of the campground and features a log futon, log futon bunk bed, coffee table, lamp and heater. The unit sleeps five with a maximum occupancy of six. Tents or other alternate lodging accommodations are not allowed in the rental area.
To prepare for your experience, bring your camping gear such as lanterns, cooking and eating utensils and water containers. The yurt does not have running water, so plan accordingly. Guests must bring their own linens and sleeping bags. Open flame cooking is not allowed in the unit. Cooking with griddles, crock-pots and other non-flame cooking devices is allowed. Pets and smoking are not allowed inside the unit. Clean up and trash removal is the responsibility of the lodging guest and should be completed before check out.
Outside the unit are a picnic table, fire ring and grill for barbecuing or campfires. A modern central restroom and showerhouse, located within walking distance, is available during the camping on season (April 1 to Oct. 31). During the camping off season, a vault toilet is available and water is available near the campground check station.
The yurt will be available for rent year-round and is accessible for persons with disabilities. The 2008 rate is $30 plus tax for 1-6 occupants (4 adults and 2 youth); the 2009 rate is $40. Full payment for your stay will be due at the time you make the reservation. Single-night reservations are not accepted.
Please visit the Lodging Reservation System page for other important policy information before making your reservation.
Click here for specific details or to make a reservation.
