Keep the Holiday Spirit Alive (Dec 26 - Jan 4)
The presents are opened, but the memories aren't finished. Join us for our special Holiday Fun Week!
🎆 New Year's Eve: Private family fireworks display over the lake.
🍪 Gingerbread Village: Build your own edible cabin.
☕ Hot Cocoa Bar: Warm up after a winter pony ride.
What Brings You to Trout Lodge?
Book a Winter Family Getaway
Too cold for camping? Not here. Enjoy our Arts & Crafts center, winter activities, and cozy cabins. Unplug the tablets and reconnect by the fire.
Plan a 2026 Group Retreat
Start the year strong. Our distraction-free meeting spaces and all-inclusive buffet dining make winter the perfect time for family gatherings, groups, and corporate kick-offs.
Private Winter Cabins
Looking for solitude? Rent a private Forest, Lake, or Bluff View cabin. Cozy up by the fireplace and take in the quiet beauty of the Ozark Hills winter.
Why Families & Groups Choose Trout Lodge
Activities for All Ages—From Arts to Horseback
All-Inclusive Rates
Free for Kids Ages 0–4
5,000 Scenic Acres & Private Lake
Where Will You Stay?
Lake & Forest View Cabins
Cozy up by the fireplace in our two-bedroom cabins, with scenic lakefront or forest views.
Lodge Guest Rooms
Comfortable hotel-style lodging steps from the Dining Hall and main lodge activities.
Bluff View Cabins
Lakefront private cabins with screened porches, full kitchens, and cozy charm.
Lodge Loft Rooms
Spacious upstairs suites ideal for families wanting more room to spread out.
ADVENTURE AWAITS
With over 30 activities included in your stay, there's a new memory to be made around every corner.
Arts & Crafts Center
Unleash your creativity with classic camp projects like tie-dye, ceramics, and other seasonal crafts.
Horseback Riding
Saddle up for a scenic guided trail ride through the Ozark forest or learn the basics of horsemanship.
Nature & Outdoor Fun
Bundle up and explore! Enjoy our 9-hole disc golf course, scavenger hunts, and miles of peaceful winter hiking trails perfect for birdwatching.
Indoor Sports & Games
Stay warm and active! Our Recreation Center offers basketball and pickleball, plus a library of board games and puzzles available at the front desk.
Warm Meals with a Winter View
After a day of winter adventures, come inside to a hot, hearty meal. Our dining hall features beautiful lake views, a warm atmosphere, and kid-friendly options so everyone leaves satisfied.
Hear from Our Guests
The location is stunning! Had a great time playing bags and spending quality time with friends.
— Kimberly
It was just a relaxing adventure, from them learning how to brush their horse, to riding, to turning out their friend after! It was so so much fun!
— Angela
Went here for the Women's Wellness Weekend, and we had THE best time! The activities were fun and challenging, but also approachable. The food was great. The staff was AMAZING.
— Shawna
They had sooo many options for arts and crafts, it was truly unbelievable how stocked up they are in that department, and Taylor was very kind and helpful to us.
— Crystal
Just 90 Minutes from St. Louis
YMCA Trout Lodge is located at 13528 State Hwy AA, Potosi, MO 63664
Enjoy the serenity of the Ozarks mountains without a long drive.
- Free parking available
- Group bus access
- Convenient to Potosi and Washington County parks