Laurie, MO

Laurie sits along Missouri Route 5 on the relaxed western side of Lake of the Ozarks, perched comfortably on the ridge above the shoreline. It serves as a convenient central hub for the area, located right between Gravois Mills to the north and Sunrise Beach to the south. Residents enjoy quick access to boat ramps, marinas, and waterfront dining without dealing with the heaviest vacation crowds.

The community grew around a 1930s roadside grocery store and gas station that once provided the only shared telephone and water well for miles around. Today, that handy service-stop spirit remains, though the town now offers full supermarkets, local restaurants, and favorite community gatherings like the annual Hillbilly Fair. It makes a practical, laid-back home base for anyone looking to enjoy lake life at an easy everyday pace.