Columbia, Missouri
Stephens Lake Park is a crown jewel of Columbia's park system. It features a swimming beach, amphitheater, boardwalks, and winter sports area.
11-acre lake with swimming beach; spraygrounds; amphitheater for concerts; sledding hill; arboretum.
Swim at the beach in summer; walk around the lake; attend the Roots N Blues festival; go sledding in winter.
Year-round.
Free park entry; beach is free.
Restrooms; shelters; playground; beach; concession stand (seasonal).
The park hosts many major city events and festivals.
Downtown Columbia; Boone Hospital Center.