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The morning starts with that unmistakable chill in the air—the kind that wakes you up and makes every breath feel fresh and clean.

As the crisp air rolls in and leaves start to crunch underfoot, there’s no better way to celebrate autumn than with pumpkins. Whether you’re decorating your porch, whipping up seasonal recipes, or planning your next Halloween masterpiece, the pumpkin is your go-to gourd.

When autumn settles into the Ozarks, the hills around Table Rock Lake glow with fiery reds, golden yellows, and deep rust tones. For locals, it’s a reminder of why fall is the region’s most magical season. For visitors, it’s the perfect excuse to slow down, roll the windows down, and take a drive through nature’s best show.

Local Haunted Houses, Corn Mazes, Family Farms

Fall is a season that seems made for slowing down and soaking up the scenery — from weekend festivals to lakeside hikes and cozy evenings by the fire.

In the hills, hollows, and lake country of the Ozarks, backyards become vital pit stops. Hummingbirds, in particular, steal the show.

What happens on the lake when the weather starts to turn? When summer finally releases its hold on the Ozarks, Table Rock Lake slips into a season all its own.