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As the last of the fall colors reflect off Table Rock Lake, Thanksgiving arrives wrapped in golden calm.

For those who know the lake well, this is one of the most rewarding months to fish—when the crowds are gone, the bass are hungry, and the water belongs to you.

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

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.

For bass, crappie, and walleye enthusiasts, October offers both reliable action and the chance to enjoy the quiet beauty of autumn on the water.

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

In the rolling hills, lush forests, and open fields of Southwest Missouri, a humble reptile quietly thrives, embodying the unique...