- A quiet evening spent fishing on the lake in Branson.
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Courtesy of the Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce & CVB
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Branson is a city in Taney County, Mo., in the United States. It was named for Rueben Branson, postmaster and operator of a general store in the area in the 1880s. Today it is sometimes referred to as a "family-friendly Las Vegas" because of its numerous shows and attractions, as well as the flashy decorations and neon lights. The "strip" as it has been named, draws people from far and wide.
If shows are not your thing then check out one of the three lakes Branson has to offer. Lake Taneycomo's clear cold waters provide some of the finest trout fishing available anywhere in the world. Table Rock Lake as well as Bull Shoals Lake offer a variety of activities including hiking, sightseeing, hunting, skin diving, fishing and water sports such as swimming, boating, water skiing, etc. Maybe golfing that is your passion. Branson has an array of golf courses sure to please beginners to the most professional golfers.
Destination Facts
- Population: 6,293
- Time Zone: -5 GMT (Eastern Standard Time)
- Languages: English
- Currency: USD
- Airports
- Springfield Regional Airport (SGF) [Main]
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Not Your Grandfather’s Branson
Branson January 7, 2008 by Suzi ParkerA shiny jewel in Missouri’s Ozark Mountains becomes a high-end destination mixed with old-fashioned fun
Articles on Branson
Travel Deals
Summer Vacation Relief at the Pump
by Rebekah Tsadik June 3, 2008Save on fuel costs with these gas card discounts and awards offered by various travel-related businesses across the county.
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Branson’s Family Friendly Shows
by Suzi Parker January 24, 2008Branson’s shows offer spectacular entertainment and non-stop fun for the whole family
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Branson’s Titanic Museum: A Time Travel Surprise
by Suzi Parker January 24, 2008The world’s largest Titanic museum allows visitors to time travel to one of history’s most tragic events via an educational interactive experience for kids and adults alike.
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Not Your Grandfather’s Branson
by Suzi Parker January 7, 2008A shiny jewel in Missouri’s Ozark Mountains becomes a high-end destination mixed with old-fashioned fun
- A Branson Family Christmas
- Tens of thousands of twinkling lights and a plethora of festive shows make Branson a top family destination for the holidays. »
