The sun sets on all days
Talimena Drive | Poteau
HALITO!
[Hello]
It is with great pride that I welcome you to Choctaw Country!
During the spring and summer months, there’s no shortage of things to do: fishing, swimming, boating, waterskiing, off-roading, you name it. You can come for the thrill of a lifetime with activities filled with excitement – or simply set up camp somewhere, do some fishing, and enjoy a gorgeous hike at your own pace. Yes, spring and summer are a great time to visit.
Then, when the air starts to cool down and the leaves begin to change, I find myself getting excited. In Choctaw Country, there are so many wonderful things to look forward to during the fall and winter seasons! Take a brisk (or long) hike through the stunning fall foliage, find some of the greatest hunting and fishing spots for miles around, or treat yourself during perfect camping temperatures to a spectacular view of the stars.
Whether you are looking for a peaceful retreat or a weekend adventure, our community members are here to welcome you with open arms and true southern hospitality.
At every turn, you will find history, nature, excitement and, most importantly, culture. So come experience the Choctaw Nation and see for yourselves!
Chi Pisa La Chike!
[Be seeing you]
Chief Gary Batton
Take time to look around
Robbers Cave | Wilburton
Family Pageantry
SPRING
DOGWOOD DAYS FESTIVAL IDABEL
ITALIAN FESTIVAL MCALESTER
MOUNTAIN GATE POKER RUN TALIHINA
SPIRO MOUNDS BIRTHDAY BASH & ARCHAEOLOGY DAY SPIRO
KIAMICHI ROD RUN BROKEN BOW
STIGLER REUNION DAYS STIGLER
SUMMER
MAGNOLIA FESTIVAL DURANT
SUMMER SOLSTICE WALKS SPIRO
VALLIANT WATERMELON FESTIVAL VALLIANT
CHOCTAW NATION LABOR DAY FESTIVAL TUSKAHOMA
FALL
BUTTERFIELD BIKER BASH WILBURTON
AUTUMNAL EQUINOX WALKS SPIRO
IDABEL FALL FESTIVAL IDABEL
ROCK THE EQUINOX STIGLER
BIGFOOT FESTIVAL HONOBIA
HARD TIMES FESTIVAL HARTSHORNE
RUNESTONE FESTIVAL HEAVENER
POTEAU BALLOON FESTIVAL POTEAU
INTERNATIONAL ARCHAEOLOGY DAY CELEBRATION SPIRO
RELICS AND RODS CAR SHOW WILBURTON
TALIHINA FALL FOLIAGE FESTIVAL TALIHINA
BEAVERS BEND FOLK FESTIVAL AND CRAFT SHOW BROKEN BOW
CHOCTAW NATION ANNUAL POWWOW
ROBBERS CAVE FALL FESTIVAL DURANT WILBURTON
WINTER
MAGNOLIA CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL DURANT
WINTER SOLSTICE WALKS SPIRO
Please note: all dates and times for public events are subject to change with little to no notice. Please check with local sources before making plans. For a full listing of events, visit ChoctawCountry.com/events
The ups and downs of family fun
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Iced or hot, almond milk or half and half, an extra shot of espresso, two pumps of caramel or just plain black—there’s no wrong way to drink a cup of coffee. But coffee shops are more than a place to grab your morning fix. There are overstuffed couches where friends pass hours catching up while the heavy incense of coffee grounds fills the air. Coffee shops are all about the vibe.
Whatever vibe you’re searching for or flavor you’re craving, the coffee shops in Choctaw Country will keep you coming back for more.
ACCENT COFFEE COMPANY
2019 E WASHINGTON ST / IDABEL
BAILEY’S COFFEE CO.
572 STATE HWY 4 / SMITHVILLE
BLAKE’S COFFEE SHOP
1426 W UNIVERSITY BLVD / DURANT
THE COFFEE CUP
401 N BROADWAY ST / POTEAU
FREEDOM IN A CUP
311 S MISSISSIPPI AVE / ATOKA
GEMINI COFFEE SHOP
421 S CENTRAL AVE / IDABEL
GYPSY BREW JAVA
501 E MARTIN LUTHER KING DR / BROKEN BOW
HARBOR MOUNTAIN COFFEE HOUSE
224 S 3RD ST / MCALESTER
HOCHA CUP
10075 N US HWY 259 / BROKEN BOW
HOCHATOWN TRADING
POST & COFFEE CO.
10050 N US HWY 259 / BROKEN BOW
HOT SHOTS COFFEE
2832 W UNIVERSITY BLVD # 136 / DURANT
JAVA SISTER’S CAFE
1004 S BROADWAY ST / COALGATE
MY CRYSTAL CHANDELIER COFFEE HOUSE & GIFT SHOP
203 1ST ST / TALIHINA
OKIE GIRLS COFFEE & ICE CREAM
121 N LUKFATA TRAIL / BROKEN BOW
OPERA HOUSE COFFEE
202 W EVERGREEN ST / DURANT
PUNKINS COFFEE HOUSE
103 SE AVE N / IDABEL
TIPPS SACRED GROUNDS COFFEEHOUSE
206 SW B ST / ANTLERS
Steam and cream and everything in between
Succulent barbecue sauced with generations of secret spices. Comforting pies wrapped in flaky crusts of love and tenderness. The perfect chicken fried steak, just like Grandma used to make. There’s no denying we all have an emotional connection to food. The heavy scents of supper cooking can transport us to another time, satisfying our appetite for nostalgia and belonging.
Ea teri es
Whether you’re in the mood for an intimate candlelit dinner or a boisterous get-together with friends, we’ve got a table with your name on it—one that may just feel like home.
ABENDIGO'S GRILL & PATIO
10050 N US HWY 259 BROKEN BOW
ANGEL'S DINER
1402 S GEORGE NIGH EXPY MCALESTER
ANGIE'S CIRCUS CITY DINER
1312 E JACKSON ST / HUGO
BUFFALO GRILL
203 W JACKSON ST / HUGO
BURGER BARN
407 W MAIN ST / ANTLERS
EL ADOBE MEXICAN RESTAURANT
472 S MISSISSIPPI / ATOKA
EL PUEBLITO MEXICAN RESTAURANT
112 W DUKE ST / HUGO
EL RANCHO MEXICAN GRILL
704 2ND ST / TALIHINA
GRATEFUL HEAD PIZZA
OVEN & TAP ROOM
10251 N US HWY 259
BROKEN BOW
LA HUERTA MEXICAN RESTAURANT
3115 N BROADWAY ST / POTEAU
LOS 3 TARASCOS
307 S MAIN ST / MCALESTER
LUCY'S TWO
200 E CARL ALBERT PKWY
STE 2 / MCALESTER
LUIGI'S ITALIAN RESTAURANT
351 E COURT ST / ATOKA
MAIN STREET BARBECUE
42 W MAIN ST / DURANT
MYER'S DRIVE-IN
305 N BROADWAY ST / POTEAU
PAM'S HATEFUL HUSSY DINER
304 DALLAS ST / TALIHINA
PAPA POBLANO MEXICAN CAFÉ
502 NE LINCOLN RD
STE 259 / IDABEL
PETE'S PLACE
120 S WEST 8TH ST / KREBS
REBA'S PLACE
301 E COURT ST / ATOKA
THE RED B RESTAURANT
10 N CENTRAL AVE / IDABEL
ROCK BOTTOM BOYZ BBQ
8949 N US HWY 259
BROKEN BOW
ROSEANNA'S ITALIAN FOOD
205 E WASHINGTON AVE / KREBS
SOUTHERN BELLE RESTAURANT
821 US-59 / HEAVENER
TREATS & TREASURES
314 DALLAS ST / TALIHINA
TWICE BAK'D BISTRO
1301 N 1ST AVE / DURANT
WAREHOUSE WILLY'S
300 DEWEY AVE / POTEAU
WRIGHT'S DRIVE-IN
319 S 9TH ST / DURANT
Every scoop is sweeter than the last
Mile-high cakes dripping with chocolaty frosting. Generously stuffed pies of berry compote, spiced apples or summer peaches. Cinnamon streusel toppings with a velvety glaze drizzle. Sweet breads and cookies and brownies—oh my!
We could fill a novel with a mouthwatering account of all the indulgent treats you’ll find across Choctaw Country’s dessert shops, but we highly recommend tasting them for yourself to get the full experience.
CAKES AND MORE
804 N BROADWAY ST # B POTEAU
HEAVENLY DELIGHTS
225 S 3RD ST MCALESTER
HOCHATOWN SWAMP BOOGER MERCANTILE
8891 N US HWY 259 BROKEN BOW
MAIN STREET BAKERY
136 E MAIN ST WILBURTON
THE MIDNIGHT BAKERY & SWEETS
414 E MAIN ST ANTLERS
NORTH SIDE ICE CREAM PARLOR
9123 N US HWY 259 BROKEN BOW
OKIE GIRLS COFFEE & ICE CREAM
121 N LUKFATA TRAIL RD BROKEN BOW
THE SWEET SPOT
201 W MAIN ST DURANT
eweries
Di stilleries & Winerie s
Picture the perfect sip. Are you basking in the glow of varying shades of amber as the light filters through your flight of craft brews? Maybe you’re nose-deep in a glass of cabernet, reconciling the scents of cherry and black pepper with the mingled flavors on your palate. Or are you gingerly tilting back a Glencairn of 25-yearold whiskey, savoring the heat, the spices, the passion that’s crafted its way into your hand?
Whatever your preference, Choctaw Country offers an abundance of spirits to explore in places designed for making lasting memories.
BREWERIES
BEAVERS BEND BREWERY & TAPROOM
46 COHO RD / BROKEN BOW
BIERKRAFT
925 E WASHINGTON AVE / MCALESTER
HARBINGER BEER COMPANY
111 BUFFALO ST / CADDO
LOST STREET BREWERY COMPANY
109 W LOST ST / DURANT
MOUNTAIN FORK BREWERY & TAPROOM
89 N LUKFATA TRAIL RD / BROKEN BOW
DISTILLERIES
COPPERHEAD HILL DISTILLERY LLC
3633 SAWMILL RD / CADDO
HOCHATOWN DISTILLING CO.
41 N LUKFATA TRAIL RD / HOCHATOWN
WINERIES
BLUE RIVER VALLEY WINERY
3565 SAWMILL RD / CADDO
CRYSTAL CREEK WINERY
41 SWINNEY RD / MEAD
FISH TALES WINERY & BISTRO
17 OAK LEAF LN / BROKEN BOW
GIRLS GONE WINE
10216 N US HWY 259 / BROKEN BOW
WHISPERING MEADOWS WINERY
34 E CHOCTAW AVE / MCALESTER
Share a drink with great company
Throw straight and let it fly
Welcome to the next generation of golf! As you step up to the tee pad, every variable sweeps its way through your mind—the wind, the distance, the angle. Then, adrenaline takes over as you slam the driver through the air, your breath catching as you listen hopefully for the tiny rattle of chains.
Di sc Golf
Disc golf is just like traditional golf—the rules, the etiquette, the camaraderie—they’re all the same. But then again, it’s not. It’s a swiftly growing subculture of people who live for the moment each disc takes flight and who share the ups and downs of the game with one another. Thankfully, you don’t have to sling your frisbee very far to find a great disc golf course in Choctaw Country.
DISC GOLF COURSES
CARL ALBERT PARK 9 HOLES
1157-1183 BROOKSIDE DR DURANT
CRAIG PARKER MEMORIAL DGC
18 HOLES 541 E2020 RD DURANT
LAKE WISTER STATE PARK 9 HOLES
25679 US HWY 270 WISTER
ROBBERS CAVE STATE PARK 9 HOLES
4628 NW 1027TH AVE WILBURTON
ROYCE PARK 9 HOLES
1215 NW 10TH STIGLER
WOOD VALLEY DISC GOLF
18 HOLES
245 E COUNTY RD 2020 BOSWELL
DINOSAUR VALLEY DISC GOLF
18 HOLES E 1890 RD RATTAN
LEFLORE HORSEMAN TRAINING GROUND
18 HOLES (MEMBERS ONLY)
36800 NURSERY LN HOWE
CARL ALBERT STATE COLLEGE 9 HOLES
1507 S MCKENNA ST POTEAU
TWYMAN PARK
18 HOLES
500 TWYMAN PARK DR POTEAU
WILBURTON CITY PARK 9 HOLES LELAND ST AND BLAIR AVE WILBURTON
PRAIRIE DISC GOLF COURSE 9 HOLES
103 STEVEN TAYLOR BLVD MCALESTER
BUFFALO RUN PRO DISC GOLF COURSE 18 HOLES 801 N 9TH ST MCALESTER PDGA COURSE
EAGLE HILL DISC GOLF COURSE 18 HOLES
170 STATE HWY 31 MCALESTER
You may be able to fool people, but you can’t fool a horse. They immediately know if you’re tense or relaxed, if you’re upset about the fight you had with a friend or if you’re ecstatic it’s finally the weekend, if you’re a seasoned rider or an inexperienced passenger. Horses have a way of teaching us about ourselves, reflecting our vulnerabilities and insecurities yet accepting us all the same.
For those who are fortunate enough to be known and understood by a horse, to share that special relationship of trust with one of God’s most majestic creatures, nothing can top the therapeutic feeling of watching the landscape glide by from atop your mount. If you travel to Choctaw Country, you’ll find some of the most breathtakingly scenic destinations to connect with your equine friend.
A TO Z GUEST RANCH
64599 ASHBY RD
SMITHVILLE
ARROWHEAD STATE PARK
3995 MAIN PARK RD CANADIAN
BEAVERS BEND DEPOT & TRAIL RIDES
290 BEAVERS BEND LOOP BROKEN BOW
CEDAR LAKE EQUESTRIAN CAMP CEDAR LAKE RD HODGEN
OUTLAW TRAIL RIDES 1126 SULLIVAN RD BROKEN BOW
HORSE HEAVEN RANCH RESORT 1 HORSE HEAVEN RANCH RD
TALIHINA
MCGEE CREEK STATE PARK 5798 S MCGEE CREEK LAKE RD ATOKA
MOWDY RANCH 16280 STATE HWY 31 COALGATE
OLD FRISCO TRAIL OLD WISTER HWY POTEAU
OUACHITA NATIONAL FOREST 52175 HWY 59 HODGEN
PLATTER FLATS CAMP, LAKE TEXOMA 867 TRAIL RIDE RD PLATTER
PUSHMATAHA WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA CO RD 4289 CLAYTON
REBEL HILL GUEST RANCH 420175 E 1930 RD ANTLERS
RIVERMAN TRAIL RIDES 1735 PINE VIEW RD BROKEN BOW
ROBBERS CAVE STABLES 2297 NW 158TH RD WILBURTON
TALKING TREES CAMPGROUNDS 53157 US HWY 59 HODGEN
WOOD GUEST RANCH 245 E CR 2020 BOSWELL
Take the family for a ride
Uniting Generations Through Culture
Show your personality through your wardrobe
Retail therapy comes in all shapes and sizes. It’s finding the perfect gift for those back home to show them you care. It’s discovering a memento to steer your memories back to an exciting adventure. It’s something fun and vibrant that catches your eye, practically begging to be taken home with you.
Shop s & Bo utique s
These aren’t things you’ll find in name-brand outlets at the local mall. These are one-of-a-kind boutiques, each with their own unique story. Each full of treasures to be cherished or shared.
THE BLUE IVY
210 N HIGH ST ANTLERS
JAMESTOWN ON COURT
363 E COURT ST ATOKA
HARPER & GREY HOUSE
110 E CHOCTAW AVE MCALESTER
COMMON ROOTS
111 E CHOCTAW AVE MCALESTER
VINTAGE ROSE BOUTIQUE
126 E MAIN ST WILBURTON
SPARKLE & RUST
116 MAIN ST STE C STIGLER
THE SPOILT HEIFER BOUTIQUE
1003 N MAIN ST WRIGHT CITY
“Family-friendly” may look a little different depending on the family. For some, it’s quiet lakes with paddle boats, rustic farms with fairytale pumpkin patches or restaurants with sprawling patios full of games for the kids. For others, it’s a thrilling ride around the go-kart track, flying by the seat of your pants—literally!—on a zipline above the treetops or crushing the competition at a colorful arcade.
Whether you have a family of daredevils or quiet thinkers, there’s adventure for all types here in Choctaw Country.
Please note: hours of operation and temporary closures for retail businesses are subject to change with little to no notice. Please check with locations before making plans.
BANDITS ATV & BOAT RENTAL
9160 N US HWY 259 BROKEN BOW
BEAVERS BEND MINING COMPANY
9221 N US HWY 259 BROKEN BOW
BEAVERS BEND LAND & WATER PARK
8 BEAVERS BEND RD BROKEN BOW
HOCHATOWN BIG FOOT AXE THROWING 181 STEVENS GAP RD BROKEN BOW
THE CORNER LOOP SKATING PARK
200 N BROADWAY ST BROKEN BOW
THE DISTRICT
CHOCTAW CASINO RESORT 4216 S HWY 69/75 DURANT
CHOCTAW CASINO 1425 SE WASHINGTON ST IDABEL
ENDANGERED ARK FOUNDATION
2657 E 2070 RD HUGO
GREAT BALLS OF FIRE
3003 ELKS RD MCALESTER
GUTTER CHAOS 25 ORCA RD BROKEN BOW
HOCHATOWN RESCUE CENTER & PETTING ZOO
9177 N US HWY 259 BROKEN BOW
LIL GLADYS’ FARM & PUMPKIN PATCH
10084 N COUNTY RD 4312 STIGLER
THE MAZE OF HOCHATOWN
12206 N US HWY 259 BROKEN BOW
OLD WEST TOWN MINI-GOLF
9123 N US HWY 259 BROKEN BOW
PAWSITIVELY WILD
ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS
767 W 13TH ST ATOKA
RIVER BIRD LODGING
164560 N 4440 RD DEEP LAKE LOOP TUSKAHOMA
THE ROLLER DOME
1209 S GEORGE NIGH EXPY MCALESTER
RUGARU ADVENTURES
2658 STEVENS GAP RD BROKEN BOW
SECLUDED ACRES
RESORT & RV PARK
9123 N US HWY 259 BROKEN BOW
Big bodies, bigger hearts
beautiful drive to clear your mind
Choctaw Country is one of the most sought-after places in the area to view autumn foliage in all her majesty. Her undulating landscape of peaks and valleys becomes suffused with tones of crimson, amber, goldenrod, ochre, tangerine and a myriad of other colors whose names have yet to be pinned down. Along the way, you’ll find charming historic towns with welcoming cafés and one-of-akind shops.
Foliag e Si ghtseein g
It’s a place where everything hums with the vibration of metamorphosis, igniting our sense of wonder at the beauty of “letting go” around us. The dying leaves breathe new life into us as a spirit of fascination and gratitude blooms within our hearts.
This fall, grab your cozy flannels and oversized hoodies, and treat yourself to a trip full of picturesque views and cinematic scenery, with plenty of opportunities to create cozy memories along the way.
Broken Bow Area:
• Upper Mountain Fork River
• Mountain Fork Park Campgrounds
• Beavers Bend Folk Festival & Craft Show
Talihina Area:
• Talimena Scenic Byway
• Talimena State Park
• Talihina Fall Foliage Festival
Wilburton Area:
• Robbers Cave State Park
• Heavener Runestone Park
Discover peace away from home
Those who camp know everything has a purpose. Leaves, fallen to the ground in tones of amber, are given new life as kindling. A slender twig foraged from among the undergrowth becomes the perfect roasting utensil. The branches overhead become our refuge, and a level stretch of earth, becomes the perfect bed.
Lo dging
Whether you’re in a tent, RV or cabin, when we strip away everything else, we connect with the ancient wisdom of our ancestors — a wisdom that tells us gratitude is found in making do with less. Comfort is found in snuggling against the cold. Accomplishment is found in struggle, and joy is found in sharing these experiences with the ones we love.
CAMPSITES
In Choctaw Country, a great view is as simple as unzipping your tent. Find the perfect spot at one of our many state parks or designated camping areas, then just pitch your tent and start getting back in-tune with nature.
CABINS
For those who love celebrating the great outdoors… indoors, cabins are always a great option. You can keep it rustic with cabins offering limited amenities, or you can go all-out in “glamping” style luxury. With cabins scattered across Southeastern Oklahoma, you’re sure to find the one that feels like home-away-from-home.
HOTELS, INNS, B&BS
Perhaps a full-service stay is more along your tastes. No worries – once again, Choctaw Country has you covered. From reliable chain hotels to quaint inns and B&Bs, they’ll make sure you have all the comforts of home and more.
RV PARKS
Ready for an adventure? Hook up your RV and head out! With RV parks spread throughout Choctaw Country, you’ll have a place to stay no matter where the road may take you. Find your spot and make some RV friends!
UNIQUE STAYS
For all its regular places to stay, Choctaw Country isn’t without its quirks. Want to stay somewhere a little different? Friends, you’re headed to the right place! Where else can you sleep overnight in a houseboat or a train car – or even a 1950’s-style hotel? Hey, whatever floats your boat!
CHOCTAW LANDING
Discover a new kind of adventure in the lush forest surrounding Hochatown, Oklahoma. Choctaw Landing brings the comforts of an exclusive casino resort experience to the gateway of the Oklahoma wilderness.
Plan your adventure and your stay with us now at ChoctawCountry.com
Hi king ail s
Stocking your pack with the necessary supplies. Shaking your boots free of the dusty remnants of your last adventure. The hunt for the trailhead. Your first true breath of freedom as you step foot onto the trail. The forest enveloping you in a protective shroud, closing off the outside world.
For a hiker, nothing is so satisfying as the return to the wilderness. To seek out paths less traveled and lose yourself on the slopes of some wild hillside. If you long to forever wander, the trails of Choctaw Country will guide you home.
Since the dawn of our existence as a species, we’ve gazed to the heavens wondering about our place in the vast tapestry of our universe. We’ve drawn pictures between familiar points and reverently given them names of meaning, as we would name our own children. We’ve planned our lives by the movement of the night skies, coordinating structures to sing in tune with the celestial bodies hovering over our lives. Even today, we search for meaning in the night sky. We see eternity in every fiery ball above us, yet we still can’t fathom the concept.
If you’ve never experienced a humbling encounter with the limitless black sky, free of light pollution and heavy with its seeming nearness, visiting these locations in Choctaw Country is a must. Most of our parks fall between 2-3 on the Bortle scale—a system that ranks the darkness of an area of sky from 1-9, darkest to lightest. This means you’ll have plenty of opportunities for breathtaking views, stellar photography and even more quiet contemplation and wonder.
BEAVERS BEND STATE PARK
Broken Bow
LAKE TEXOMA STATE PARK
Kingston
MCGEE CREEK
Atoka
OUACHITA NATIONAL FOREST
Hodgen
ROBBERS CAVE
Wilburton
RUNESTONE PARK
Heavener
Beavers Bend State Park | Broken Bow
Andromeda
Antlia
Apus
Aquarius
Aquila
Auriga
Aries
BoÖ
Caelum
Camelopardalis
C
Canes
Canis
Canis
Capricornus
Carina
Cassiopeia
Centaurus
Cepheus
Cetus
Chamaeleon
Circinus
Coma
Corona
CONSTELLATIONS SEASONS
Whether you’re in a side-by-side or the lifted truck you’ve put all your spare time (and money) into, you build a relationship of trust and understanding with your vehicle. And as the unpaved arteries of the wilderness unfold the secrets of their paths under your tires, you’ll likewise build relationships with the people of this amazing community of pathfinders.
Of f-Roading
If you’re curious about this exciting way of life, or even if you’re just looking for some new places to explore, the hills of Choctaw Country invite you to take the back roads, make your own adventures and find your own happiness.
A TO Z GUEST RANCH
64599 ASHBY RD
SMITHVILLE
BEAVERS BEND STATE PARK 4350 OK - 259 A BROKEN BOW
RUGGED MOUNTAIN RANCH - BURRIS VALLEY 61 WARR RD DAISY
NTR OFFROAD 36705 E HWY 70 BENNINGTON
PINE MOUNTAIN ATV PARK WEBB TRAIL RATTAN
ROBBERS CAVE STATE PARK 2084 NW 146TH RD
WILBURTON
SCIPIO RECREATIONAL TRAILS AREA
2.5 MILES W OF SCIPIO SCIPIO
TALIMENA STATE PARK 50884 HWY 271 TALIHINA
TEXOMA MUD PARK 60 REYNOLDS CHAPEL RD BOKCHITO
TWIN MOUNTAINS OFF-ROAD PARK N 4300 RD QUINTON
Fis hing
There’s just something meditative about spending a day on the water trying to hook the perfect catch, and Choctaw Country is brimming with amazing locations to cast your cares away. Lower Mountain Fork River at Beavers Bend State Park is a prime location for fly fishing, attracting anglers from miles around in search of the perfect trout. If you come back later in the season seeking bass, be sure to cast your line at Lake Texoma near Durant—one of the best lake locations in the United States for striper fishing.
Cast a line and tell a tale
Atoka Lake, Atoka
Broken Bow Lake, Broken Bow
Cedar Lake, Hodgen
Clayton Lake, Clayton
Glover River, Broken Bow
Hugo Lake, Hugo
Lake Carl Albert, Talihina
Lake Carlton, Wilburton
Lake Eufaula, Eufaula
Lake John Wells, Stigler
Lake Texoma, Kingston
Lake Wister, Wister
McGee Creek State Park, Atoka
Mountain Fork River, Broken Bow
Nanih Waiya, Tuskahoma
Pine Creek Lake, Valliant
Raymond Gary State Park, Fort Towson
Robert S. Kerr Lake, Stigler
Sardis Lake, Clayton
Alligator gar may be caught by use of rod and reel, trotline, and throwline. Alligator gar taken by bow and arrow, gigs, spears, or spearguns cannot be released. Alligator gar caught and placed on a stringer cannot be released (a practice called culling). Harvest must be reported within 24 hours via E-Check at wildlifedepartment.com. The attempt to take or harvest alligator gar is prohibited statewide May 1-31.
It is unlawful to take or possess more than 25 nongame bait fish in rivers or streams, except for shad, of which 200 may be taken or possessed.
Daily limit is one (1) for any fish species of special concern in category I or II, which includes alligator gar, black buffalo, shovelnose sturgeon (see Title 800:25-19-6). Such harvest must be reported to the Wildlife Department.
In rivers and streams: black bass (largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted): six combined per day, only one of which may be a smallmouth bass. Largemouth and smallmouth bass must be 14 inches or longer. No size limit on spotted bass.
The cowboy way everyday
Sometimes you just need to get away to a simpler way of life. A place where you can breathe deeper and take time to enjoy the beauty of God’s creation. Where communing with the trees is the business of the day and family is at the core of everything. When you escape to the ranches of Choctaw Country, you’ll find more than the beauty of nature. You’ll find yourself.
A TO Z GUEST RANCH
64599 ASHBY RD
SMITHVILLE
HORSE HEAVEN RANCH RESORT
1 HORSE HEAVEN RANCH RD
TALIHINA
MOWDY RANCH
16280 STATE HWY 31
COALGATE
REBEL HILL GUEST RANCH
420175 E 1930 RD
ANTLERS
WILD BOAR RIDGE HUNTING RANCH
276 STONEROLLER LN
SMITHVILLE
WOOD GUEST RANCH
245 E CR 2020
BOSWELL
e Legend o f
Bigfoot. Sasquatch. Yeti. Skunk Ape. These are just a handful of the multitude of names for the elusive creature who haunts the untamed corners of our world. He is sometimes described as apelike and massive, or even fuzzy around the edges, as if slightly out of focus. To some, he’s not of this world and to others, he’s one of the “Old Ones.” A harbinger of danger, a multidimensional traveler, a symbol of freedom from cultural obligations and norms, inhuman, shapeshifter, monster and friend.
While the existence of Sasquatch hasn’t been proven with any amount of unanimous certainty, it hasn’t been disproven either. And for those who claim to have experienced their own encounters with the creature of legend, no amount of skepticism can waver their conviction in his presence.
Whether you’re a true believer or just Squatch-curious, there’s no denying the mystery of the remote foothills of the Kiamichi Mountains, full of misty apparitions, boggy moans and who-knows-what in the distance. It’s a regular stop for renowned Bigfoot researchers, authors, TV and radio personalities, and podcast hosts. Home to the annual Honobia Bigfoot Festival and Conference, the wilderness of Southeastern Oklahoma is familiarly recognized as Squatch Country.
If you’re brave or curious enough to venture into the forests of Choctaw Country, you’ll find one thing is certain: you’re not alone out there.
Current hide-and-seek champion
Park s & La ke Ac tivities
The world is its own playground when you visit a state park. There are miles of foliage-covered trails to wander, caves echoing with the secrets of the past to explore, winding rivers to cast your line, beautiful campsites to escape to for the weekend and peaceful lakes to spend the day in a boat.
Whichever way you like to play, there’s always fun to be had at one of Choctaw Country’s state parks.
Lodging: Cabins
Lodging: Group Camps
Lodging: RV
Lodging: Tents
Who are we, and where did we come from? Who forged the paths beneath our feet? Who laid the bricks that give us shelter? Who named the towns we call home? Who were they and what were their struggles, their victories, their hopes, their visions?
Whether you seek these kinds of answers or simply enjoy a good story, the museums in Choctaw Country are a haven for curiosity and discovery.
ATOKA MUSEUM AND CIVIL WAR CEMETERY
2902 N HWY 69
ATOKA
CHOCTAW CULTURAL CENTER
1919 HINA HANTA WAY
DURANT
CHOCTAW CAPITAL MUSEUM
COUNCIL HOUSE RD
TUSKAHOMA
FOREST HERITAGE CENTER
4350 S STATE HWY 259-A
BROKEN BOW
FORT TOWSON HISTORIC SITE
896 N 4375 RD
FORT TOWSON
FORT WASHITA HISTORIC SITE
3348 OK-199
DURANT
LE FLORE COUNTY MUSEUM
303 DEWEY AVE
POTEAU
KREBS HERITAGE MUSEUM
85 S MAIN ST
KREBS
MUSEUM OF THE RED RIVER
812 E LINCOLN RD
IDABEL
SPIRO MOUNDS ARCHAEOLOGICAL CENTER
18154 N 1ST ST
SPIRO
THREE VALLEY MUSEUM
401 W MAIN ST
DURANT
WHEELOCK ACADEMY HISTORIC SITE
1377 WHEELOCK RD
MILLERTON
Learn something new from something old
Hu ntin g
If you’re a hunter, you know the sport is about more than just trophy kills and bragging rights. It’s a return to the primitive kernel of humanity we all carry at our core. An education of the old ways of respectfully harvesting our resources.
It’s being able to easily identify the surrounding vegetation and knowing an animal by the scat it leaves, the prints that mark its passage or its call from beyond the trees. It’s knowing if the world around us were to crumble away, you could still provide for your family with your own two hands. Finally, it’s a sacred camaraderie with others who share this way of life.
The wildlands of Choctaw Country lie waiting for your careful step, your patient observation and your triumphant harvest.
BIG PRAIRIE BUCKS
195 N CARR PEN RD / ATOKA
BOWTIE HUNTING RANCH
23041 SUMLER RD / CAMERON
CHOCTAW HUNTING LODGE
4932 PINE TOP RD / BLANCO
POGUE RANCH AND HUNTING LODGE
1590 E GREASY BEND RD / STRINGTOWN
WILD BOAR RIDGE HUNTING RANCH
276 STONEROLLER LN / SMITHVILLE
Your next trophy is closer than you think
Let your heart be your guide
The pull of the open road is calling your name, beckoning you to leave your cares in the dust as you barrel into the next adventure. To propel yourself into an ever-distant horizon in search of serpentine tarmacs and breathtaking scenery. To ride the open road, there’s no place quite like Choctaw Country.
DURANT TRAIL
Durant is home to our flagship Casino & Resort property, featuring every casino game you can imagine in a AAA Four-Diamond hotel. The Choctaw Cultural Center lies just across the highway, offering a uniquely immersive cultural experience. Other notable sites along the way include the Atoka County Museum and Confederate Cemetery, Reba’s Place, the beautiful McGee Creek State Park and Angie’s Circus City Diner in Hugo.
HOCHATOWN TRAIL
Beavers Bend State Park is the perfect place to touch down once your trip comes to a close, with so many places to camp, plus numerous wineries and breweries.
Talimena State Park is known as the best place to view fall foliage in Southeastern Oklahoma. Plus, be sure to check out the Choctaw Nation Museum in Tuskahoma.
CARLTON LANDING TRAIL
From community events and pop-up shops to boat rentals and home-like accomodations, this picturesque lakeside resort town is a dream vacation spot for families of all sizes. Stopping by the Viking-inscribed stone at Heavener Runestone Park is a must, and Robbers Cave State Park offers even more to explore, with hiking trails, mini golf, campsites and more.
Choctaw Travel Plazas
Choctaw Casinos
Choctaw Country
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Your car can’t run on an empty tank and neither can you! But when you pull up to a Choctaw Travel Plaza, it doesn’t matter which tank is empty. We offer a tasty selection of food and drinks, as well as various sundries for your journey. While traveling through Southeastern Oklahoma, visit a Choctaw Travel Plaza: the perfect place to fill up on fuel, food and fun!
ANTLERS
1319 W MAIN ST
ATOKA
1302 S MISSISSIPPI
BROKEN BOW
1800 S PARK DR
DURANT EAST
4015 CHOCTAW RD
DURANT WEST
4305 CHOCTAW RD
GARVIN
10545 STATE HWY 37
GRANT
1516 US HWY 271 S
HEAVENER
505 N HWY 59
HUGO 1908 W JACKSON
IDABEL 2449 SE WASHINGTON ST
MCALESTER
1640 S GEORGE NIGH EXPY
POCOLA
3380 CHOCTAW RD
POTEAU 4105 N BROADWAY
STIGLER 1801 E MAIN ST
STRINGTOWN 897 N HWY 69
TALIHINA 13900 SE HWY 63
WILBURTON 902 W MAIN ST
Pit stops make the trip
Celebrate every day
With your favorite games in the newest titles, top entertainment acts, delicious dining and outstanding service, you’re sure to have an amazing experience at the Choctaw destination of your choice. Bring the family for a stay in one of our luxurious resorts. For a little fun on the go or a break from your travels, visit one of the Casino Too locations found in the Choctaw Travel Plazas across Southeastern Oklahoma.
CASINOS & RESORTS:
DURANT
4216 S HWY 69/75
GRANT
1516 US 271
POCOLA
3400 CHOCTAW RD
HOCHATOWN
8090 N US HWY 259
CASINOS:
BROKEN BOW
1790 S PARK DR
IDABEL
1425 SE WASHINGTON ST
MCALESTER
1638 S GEORGE NIGH EXPY
STRINGTOWN
893 N HWY 69
CASINO TOOS:
ANTLERS
1319 W MAIN ST
ATOKA
1302 S MISSISSIPPI
BROKEN BOW
1800 S PARK DR
DURANT EAST
4015 CHOCTAW RD
DURANT WEST
4305 CHOCTAW RD
GRANT
1516 US HWY 271 S
HEAVENER
505 N HWY 59
HUGO
1908 W JACKSON
IDABEL
2449 SE WASHINGTON ST
MCALESTER
1640 S GEORGE NIGH EXPY
POCOLA
3380 CHOCTAW RD
POTEAU
4105 N BROADWAY
STIGLER
1801 E MAIN ST
STRINGTOWN
897 N HWY 69
WILBURTON
902 W MAIN ST
CHOCTAW LANDING NOW OPEN
WELCOME TO THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS
Discover a new kind of adventure in the lush forest surrounding Hochatown, Oklahoma. Choctaw Landing brings the comforts of an exclusive resort experience to the gateway of the Oklahoma wilderness.
Dine on delicious southern cuisine in a casual dining atmosphere or grab a handheld treat at the outdoor eatery. Enjoy live entertainment under the Oklahoma sky or get your game on at the 24/7 casino, featuring your favorite table games and over 600 slots. Grab a cold one at one of three full-service bars or explore the on-site market for sundries, souvenirs and Starbucks®. Lounge by the resort pool in a private cabana or retire to your lush accommodations in a lodge-style setting.
Now, you can have it all while you get away from it all.
Reserve Your Stay Now!
BRYAN
CHOCTAW
McCURTAIN
LATIMER
PITTSBURG
HUGHES
COAL
HASKELL
LE FLORE
PUSHMATAHA
ATOKA
Whether you seek outdoor adventures, an exciting look into the past or a peaceful getaway, Choctaw Country in Southeastern Oklahoma is waiting for you! Plan your trip to explore the variety of things we have to offer—casinos, wineries, history, state parks, scenic drives and so much more!
