FAQ
An escape room at Lake Escape is a one-of-a-kind interactive adventure where you and your team become part of the story!
Each of our four immersive escape rooms features a unique theme, exciting challenges, hidden clues, and puzzles designed to test your teamwork, creativity, and problem-solving skills.
Your mission is simple: work together, uncover clues, solve puzzles, and complete your objective before the 60-minute clock runs out. Whether you're searching for hidden secrets, cracking codes, or piecing together a mystery, every moment is designed to be fun, engaging, and memorable.
Many people think escape rooms are scary or physically challenging, but that's not the case at Lake Escape. Our experiences are designed for entertainment, adventure, and family-friendly fun. If you get stuck, don't worry—you'll receive up to three clues during your game, and your Game Master is always available to help guide you in the right direction.
The best way to describe it? It's like stepping inside a real-life board game, movie, or video game where you and your friends become the heroes of the story. Whether you're visiting with family, friends, coworkers, or on a date night, you'll leave with plenty of laughs, unforgettable memories, and an incredible sense of accomplishment.
Come see why thousands of guests have chosen Lake Escape and experience one of our four amazing escape room adventures for yourself!
We recommend 2 to 10 players per room. That gives you the best mix of fun, teamwork, and safety!
No problem! When you book your escape room, simply reserve the minimum of two participants to secure your room and time slot. Your reservation will hold the room for your group, and additional participants can be added later.
Our escape rooms accommodate up to 10 players, and any guests joining your group may pay individually upon arrival. This makes it easy for friends, family members, or coworkers to decide later and still be part of the adventure!
We recommend ages 12 and up, but any puzzle lover can join the fun! Players 14 and under need an adult in the room, and kids 7 and under are free! 🎉
Yes. Reservations are required Sunday through Thursday to ensure we can properly staff our facility and provide every guest with the best possible experience.
On Fridays and Saturdays, walk-ins are welcome; however, availability cannot be guaranteed. To secure your preferred time, we strongly recommend booking in advance.
For all activities, guests are encouraged to make reservations online at least 3 hours prior to their desired start time.
Please arrive 15–20 minutes early so you can check in without rushing! ⏰ We run on a tight schedule, so late arrivals may lose time from your experience.
Pricing at Lake Escape varies based on the activity you choose and the number of participants in your group. For a complete pricing breakdown, please visit our Pricing Page:
Escape Rooms (4 Room Experiences Available)
• Ages 8–88: Standard pricing applies
• Ages 7 and under: FREE
• Ages 89 and over: FREE
Pricing is based on group size (the more you escape with, the more you save):
◦ 2–3 players: $39.99 per person
◦ 4–5 players: $37.99 per person
◦ 6–7 players: $34.99 per person
◦ 8–10 players: $29.99 per person
• Maximum of 10 players per room
• Plus applicable taxes and fees
Axe Throwing
• 2 axe throwing lanes available
• 2–6 players per lane
• Ages 10+
• Closed-toe shoes required for safety
• $19.99 per person, plus applicable taxes and fees
The Escape Bay
• Interactive multi-sport arcade simulator
• 2–8 players
• Ages 5+Recommended for Safe & Fun Play
• Ages 4 and under are FREE
• $19.99 per person, per hour, Ages 5+ plus applicable taxes and fees.
For large group bookings, please email us at info@lakeescapeloz.com.
Please plan to arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled time to check-in.
We have to remain punctual for groups that come after yours.
As a rule, your 60 minutes will begin at your scheduled start time,
even if members of your group are not present.
We have a strict 24 hour cancellation policy that you accept once you sign off on, during time of your booking. No refunds will be provided for cancellations or no-shows. Reservations can be changed with 24 hours notice per the booking software policy.
Yes — we’ll do our best to make it happen! 🎉 Email info@lakeescapeloz.com with your preferred date, time, and guest count, and we’ll work with you on a custom reservation.
Yes! Everyone in your group needs a waiver on the day of your visit. Guests 18 and under can have an adult sign for them. You’ll get the waiver link in your confirmation email, and there’s also a QR code in the lobby if you need it.
Not really! Each room has a different theme but they are created for a problem solving experience and not like a haunted house. Please read more about each of our rooms on our site for ratings and difficult levels. Midnight on the Bayou would be our most mature themed room.
No. Cameras or cell phones are not allowed in the rooms. We have locker options if needed for your valuables.
Participants are never technically locked in our escape rooms. The rooms are supervised via cameras, and you can ask to leave at any time if needed. Your safety and comfort are our top priorities.
Everybody needs a little help now and then, so we offer you three free clues to use to help your group escape the room. These do not have to be utilized.
Our Axe Lanes at Lake Escape are located on our covered outdoor patio and offer a unique blend of traditional axe throwing and interactive gaming fun!
Yes — you’re actually throwing real axes into wooden targets. 🪓 But that’s where the ordinary ends. Our state-of-the-art projection system transforms the targets into an exciting interactive experience with a variety of games to choose from, including:
🎯 Darts
🃏 Cards
🎯 Bull’s-Eye Challenges
📸 Custom Photo Targets (upload your own photo!)
🚢 Battleships
🧩 Word Games
🧟 Zombie Games
⭕ Connect Four
…and much more!
Our Axe Lanes accommodate 2–6 players and are perfect for families, friends, date nights, and group outings.
Important Information:
Ages 10 and older may participate
Closed-toe shoes are required
Located on our covered outdoor patio
$19.99 per person + tax
Two interactive axe throwing lanes available
Ready to test your aim and challenge your friends? Be sure to reserve your Axe Lane experience today!
The Escape Bay is Lake Escape's newest attraction and brings a whole new level of interactive fun to the Lake of the Ozarks! Located in our covered outdoor patio area, The Escape Bay features a state-of-the-art TruGolf Multi-Sport Arcade Simulator powered by an innovative standalone tracking system that transforms a traditional golf simulator into an entire arcade of action-packed entertainment.
Perfect for groups of 2–8 players, The Escape Bay is designed for guests ages 5 and up and offers one hour of gameplay for just $19.99 per person plus tax.
Choose from over 15 exciting interactive games, including:
🏌️ Traditional Golf Simulator
⛳ Play 100+ Real Golf Courses from Around the World
⚾ Rally Baseball
🏒 Slapshot Hockey
⚽ Breakaway Soccer
🏈 Football & Quarterback Challenges
🥏 Disc Golf
🎯 Cornhole
🏀 Heat Hoops Basketball
🧟 Zombie Dodgeball
🤠 Wild West Shooting Gallery
🥅 Field Goal Frenzy
🎳 Golf Ballama
🦌 Wilderness Hunter
...and more!
Whether you're looking to perfect your golf swing, challenge your friends, enjoy family-friendly competition, or simply try something new, The Escape Bay offers an exciting experience for all skill levels. Best of all, it's a covered attraction, making it a great rain-or-shine activity year-round.
Ready to play? Book your Escape Bay experience today and discover why Lake Escape continues to be one of the most fun and unique entertainment destinations at the Lake of the Ozarks!
Just click the link below, complete the form and either drop it by Lake Escape or email it into us for consideration.