Sunrise Beach: Animal Encounters, Boat Rentals, and Events

Animal encounters vary by season and appointment requirements; there are also boating and beach activities on the Lake of the Ozarks, as well as recurring events at the Sunrise Beach Little Theatre.

Animal Encounters with Different Timeframes

Sunrise Beach Safari is located at 1831 St Rd TT in Sunrise Beach, Missouri. Check the operator’s location before you travel. The petting zoo is offered from May to November; check the specific dates before your trip. Animal encounters are available year-round, but an appointment is required outside the summer season. Visitors can pet and feed exotic animals. There are also encounters with a baby sloth. Children can ride one of four ponies on the pony carousel.

There are two timeframes to consider when planning: the petting zoo is limited to May through November, while animal encounters are generally available year-round and require an appointment outside the summer. If the safari is a deciding factor for your hotel stay, match your travel dates to the relevant offering.

Water Access, Boat Rentals, and the Beach

Nearby, Shawnee Bend Access offers a boat ramp, an accessible multi-purpose dock, and a courtesy dock. From Sunrise Beach, the route follows Highway 5, Route F, and Route TT. If you plan to use this access point, the order of the roads can help you find your way; check the route before driving.

Ozark Boat Rentals is located in Sunrise Beach, off Highway MM and Shawnee Bend Two. The operator also has water access near mile marker 11.5 on the main channel in Davey Hollow Cove. Check the current location before you travel. Renting a boat lets visitors explore the coves and scenery of the Lake of the Ozarks on their own.

At Captain Ron's, visitors can walk along Treasure Pass. Captain Ron's also offers a beach experience on the Lake of the Ozarks. The focus here is on walking and the beach, while boat rentals allow visitors to explore coves and scenery on their own. This gives travelers different ways to enjoy the water.

Events and Exhibition Highlights

The Sunrise Beach Little Theatre hosts two recurring annual events with different focuses. The Annual English Tea Party includes tea, sandwiches, and entertainment by the theatre performers. At the annual Spring Walk, the community sells goods for the spring and summer seasons. The dates and program for the Tea Party, as well as the dates and participants for the Spring Walk, may change. Check the event details before your trip if either event affects your travel dates.

Artifacts from Sunrise Beach are on display at the Camden County Museum. This adds a specific exhibition related to Sunrise Beach to the range of activities.

Find a Hotel Based on Your Travel Dates and Interests

If you’re traveling to attend a Little Theatre event, consider its date as another fixed point in your plans. This lets you shape your stay around the activities you actually want to include.

Explore more destinations: Linn Creek, Camdenton, Osage Beach, Climax Springs

Back to the main travel overview: Camden County.