Thanks for the info. Have never been to the Fall Handicap and was looking for lodging close to the shoot.
Plenty of places. All price ranges too. Great places to eat as well. Try Willowes on Rte. A 2-3 miles before you get to the MTA grounds. Great food and cold beer!
For places to stay, look up Osage Beach hotels on the internet. There are a few in Camdenton also. There are also a number of condos you could rent and many times if there are 2 or more people they are cheaper and much better than the motels. go to VRBO.COM and type in Osage Beach.