Legendary angler Tony Allbright dies at age 72
Thursday, October 31, was a sad day in Pontiac, as the news of Tony Allbright's passing spread. He was a renowned angler, beloved husband, father and friend to many. He and his wife, Marilyn, own...
View ArticleCactus Ridge Resort
Cactus Ridge Resort as described in the old brochure: Eight brand new, air-cond., housekeeping cabins with beautiful view of the lake. Free freezing service. Reasonable rates. Write Carl Henke,...
View ArticleWinter Blues Blast & Chili Cook-off scheduled for January 25
DATE CHANGE! Our annual Winter Blues Blast and Chili Cook-off will be on January 25. (We originally said it would be on Jan. 18, but that has changed because of scheduling conflicts.) Please mark your...
View ArticleFrozen
Yesterday we experienced daytime temps (with the sun shining bright!) that we are not used to here in southern Missouri. The temp was below zero at daylight and hovered in the low single digits all...
View ArticleBlues Blast/Chili Cook-off this Saturday
Post-holiday blues got you down? We know the feeling. That's why we planned this party! The Annual Blues Blast and Chili Cook-off is happening this Saturday right here in your favorite little lake...
View ArticleCh-ch-ch-changes!
THIS is what we've been working on/preparing for all winter. As you can probably tell, we have rotated the store 90 degrees and moved it out away from the shore a bit. When we're finished, all the...
View Article2014 Lake Harbour Resort Rates
Memorial Weekend, July 4th & Labor Day Weekend:$139/night3-night minimum Memorial and Labor Day; 5-night minimum July 4thJune, July, August:$129/night (Friday – Saturday)$119/night (Sunday –...
View ArticleTwin Coves Resort
(Above): The main house as it looks today.(Below): The two cabins as they look today:Twin Coves Resort as described in the old brochure: Modern housekeeping units. Shore line fishing. In Arkansas, just...
View Article2014 Rental Boat Rates
*NEW* 25’ Landau Tritoon (4-stroke 90HP Mercury outboard motor; bimini top; cushioned seating; tow package and tube included; up to 12 passengers):$300/8 hours (8-hour minimum)26’ Tritoon (4-stroke...
View ArticleCedar Lodge
Cedar Lodge as it looks today.Cedar Lodge was not in the old brochure as it had not been built yet. The property on which the lodge was built was originally patented by William I. Mahan on November 1,...
View ArticleValentine's Day in Pontiac, Mo.
Valentine's Day is one week away! Stay at Lake Harbour Resort Feb. 14 or 15 and get a Valentine's Day package for FREE. Flowers, chocolates, champagne and two glasses at no extra charge. And hey, the...
View ArticleMartin's Lakeview Cabins
Martin's Lakeview Cabins as described in the old brochure: "Air-conditioned, modern housekeeping, family style meals if desired. Drift wood lamps, etc. Reasonable daily rates, special weekly rates....
View ArticlePontiac Cafe, aka "Just Jackie's"
Pontiac Cafe as described in the old brochure: On camp grounds, overlooking beautiful Bull Shoals Lake. Conveniently located near Pontiac Boat Dock. We do our best to please! Phone: Gainesville, Osborn...
View ArticleUpdate on spring re-opening
Due to a rather chilly and wet (possibly freezing) forecast over the next several days in Pontiac, we will not be officially "re-opening" this Saturday as planned. However, we will be here from 9 a.m....
View Article50+ pound striper caught on Bull Shoals Lake near Pontiac
Mark Sanders, Ava, caught this 50+ pound striper on Bull Shoals Lake while fishing a tournament on Saturday. You can see his story in this week's Ozark County Times. Fun fact: This photo has be viewed...
View ArticleJust another day in paradise
On Sunday we were hit with yet another winter storm. We got a thin layer of ice, then 2-3 inches of sleet, then a couple inches of snow on top of that. What a mess! Thankfully, the docks suffered no...
View ArticleThe Big Move
I'm sure by now most of you know that on Aug. 5, 2013, a windstorm did major damage to some of our docks and minor damage to all the docks. The 400 dock was almost totally destroyed. The only part left...
View ArticleToo cool for a swim? Nah...
Who needs coffee when you have 41-degree water to wake you up? His wife says he is part fish. He must be to jump in this water. Brrrrr! Thanks to Brian for doing a routine maintenance dive for us on...
View ArticleGettin' groovy
New merchandise is arriving at PCM. Everybody loves a tie-dyed t-shirt, yes?
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