Area Attractions

Golf
580-494-6456 Cedar Creek Golf Course
580-286-7545 Idabel Country Club
580-494-6706 Gopher Putt Putt Golf and mini Nascar go-karts

Day Spa and Massage
580-584-6339 Body Harmony Day spa. Light snacks and shopping (see AD)
580-286-7770 Lemon Grass massage
580-212-7177 Oasis massage

Talimena National Scenic Byway
Explore the 54 miles across the very top of the Ouachita Mountains in Eastern Oklahoma. Great for motorcycle touring, road trips and fast cars.

HoneyBear Ranch
580-306-6020 Organic farm. All types of naturally grown vegetables. Just a few miles west of Broken Bow off of Hwy 3.

Red Slough
580-584-6211 Wildlife refuge. Also home to alligators. With Ducks Unlimited support, it has become an ideal habitat for bird watchers.

Red Slough Birding Convention – Second weekend in May. Birds, butterfly, dragonfly and wild flower tours. Call Idabel Chamber of Commerce 580-286-3305

May – Kiamichi Street Rods host the annual Rod Run. 580-584-2345 or 580-584-6467.

Fourth of July Fireworks – hosted in Hochatown at dark-thirty. Free live music. Bring your lawn chairs. Location and other info to be posted in June . Donations accepted for fireworks and Hochatown Volunteer Fire Dept. Call 580-494-6478.

Honobia Big Foot Festival – First weekend in October at Octavia, about 30 minutes north of Beavers Bend cabins.

October – Choctaw Festival. Basket weaving, Choctaw language, Choctaw history and culture, stick ball, traditional cooking, herbal medicines,

Hochaown Trade Days – 2nd weekend of the month 580-494-6567.

Brinkley Tractor Auction 3rd weekend of the month – Tractors,farm & ranch, industrial machinery and salvage. – 580-286-6539

Choctaw Casino 580-584-5450 Cabins are ten minutes from Choctaw Casino

Limousine Tours 580-494-7603 Arrive at dinner in style, tour Broken Bow Lake, Girls Gone Wine, birthday parties, prom, weddings, proposals.

Janet’s Treasure Chest 580-494-6639 Located at the Gateway to Hochatown U.S.A. Only minutes from Beavers Bend State Park & Broken Bow Lake.
Antiques, Collectables & Glass plus Modern to Cabin Decor. Special Kids Corner filled with camping fun in mind. Browse our selection of jewelry, cowboy hats, kitchen accents, wind chimes to lava lamps. Souvenir items to unique and unusual decor and accessories

Gun Safety and Shooting Range
Ladies, pack your purses. Concealed weapons and gun safety class. Call to enroll 580-212-1292.
Sat, Jul 11th in Broken Bow OK.
Sat, Jul 18th in Durant OK.

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Outdoor

Broken Bow Lake
McCurtain County is the place to visit for all kinds of water sports! Start with Broken Bow Lake with over 14,000 acres of pristine deep water lake. Broken Bow Lake is incredibly clear and cool because its 180 miles of shore is lined with the forest covered Kiamichi Mountains , not commercial development.

Beavers Bend Marina 580-494-6455

Broken Bow Lake Fishing Guide, Bryce Archey 580-494-6447
Broken Bow Scuba Diving, James Crowell 580-584-3408
Steve’s Marine 580-494-6412
Lake Rat Rentals 580-584-0481

Beavers Bend Parasail 580-306-SAIL (7245)

Located on the Stevens Gap entrance to Broken Bow Lake, Go to Coyote Drive. Must weigh 90lbs, but not over 250 lbs. Single or doubles. Rates from $50. Open 7 days/week with demand.

Canoeing
Bring your own vessels for canoeing and kayaking on the Upper Mountain Fork River, Glover River and Broken Bow Lake.

You can rent canoes at the Beavers Bend Resort Park. There are no rapids. The water is calm. This is an ideal float trip for younger children or folks that do not want to dump their canoe over. Ideal for picture taking.

Ambush Adventures 580-584-2273
Beavers Bend Canoes 580-494-6512
WW Canoe 580-584-6856

Wild Goose Canoe 580-584-2277

Beavers Bend Resort Park
Beavers Bend State Park was built by the CCC in the 1930s. Now that was a government economic stimulus project with lasting benefits.

There is no charge to enter the Oklahoma state park. You will see lots of wildlife in the park.
There is a Nature Center where wounded and injured wildlife are nurtured back to health. Frank Griffith, Park Naturalist presides over the animals.

He generously shares his knowledge of the park, and can direct you to the best hiking trails. Be sure to ask about the best night time hiking you’ll ever do! Listen to the sounds of the forest at night. Children’s nature crafts and programs are conducted routinely.

The Beavers Bend Restaurant features all-you-can-eat fried catfish on Friday nights. They serve hamburgers and grilled trout also. Be sure to ask for back deck seating, that overlooks the flowing Mountain Fork River below.

The Beavers Bend Paddle Boats, putt-putt golf, canoes and swim beach are popular throughout the summer.
Campsites and RV hookups are available by calling the park office at 580-494-6300.

The Forest Heritage Center features the history of the forest, wood turners exhibit, and hosts the annual summer Owa-Chito art show, photography contest and spelling bee. They also host the Fall Festival with handmade soaps, crafts, petting zoo and more.

Year round flyfishing is available on the Lower Mountain Fork River.

ATV Rules for Ouachita National Forest

  • ATVs are not available for rent. You must bring your own ATVs to the cabins in Broken Bow.
  • Recreational ATV riding is no longer permitted on Three Rivers Wildlife Management Areas.
  • Off-highway vehicle (OHV) – OHVs include ATVs, 4-wheelers, utility vehicles and motorcycles.
  • OHVs may be used on open unpaved National Forest roads constructed for regular motor vehicles. A road is considered closed if there is a sign, gate, or other barricade, including a dirt mound, blocking the road. Prior illegal OHV use does not imply permission to ride off the open road. So, just because someone else went around or over that dirt mound that is closing the road doesn’t mean you should do the same. You will receive a fine. OHV use is not permitted on the forest floor (off-road). Do not ride on or across a highway. OHVs are not allowed on trails designated solely for other uses, including hiking, mountain biking, and equestrian use. Driving in or beside streambeds, creek beds, lakebeds, shorelines, or on power lines, pipelines, fire lines, or railroad right-of-ways is prohibited. Make sure your vehicle is in good condition with a USDA approved spark arrester.
  • Use appropriate safety gear – helmet (required by Okla. Law for those under 18 years), eye protection, boots, and gloves. Passengers may not be carried unless specifically designed for this by the manufacturer. (Okla Law) Obey speed limit of 25mph. When encountering horse riders, stop and yield the right-of-way. Horses may be spooked by motorized vehicles. You can consume beer, wine or liquor as long as you are not riding or driving. Drivers may not be intoxicated or under the influence of alcohol while driving.
  • Remember, “pack it in, pack it out.” Do not litter. The Reason for the Rules: Heavy or irresponsible OHV use can wreak havoc on the environment. It can damage watersheds, destroy habitats, kill native plant and animal species, and pollute streams and rivers. To help preserve these resources and the continued opportunities for you to enjoy using your vehicle on public lands, we ask that you observe the guidelines listed above and report violations.
  • There are other rules and regulations for the Three Rivers Management Area under the management of the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation. Phone: (918) 527-5308 For more information, please call the Oklahoma Ranger District at (580) 494-6402.
  • ATV riding is not permitted at the cabin or on the road. Please do not unload ATVs at the cabin. You must trailer your ATVs about 4 miles North to the designated riding areas of the Ouachita National Forest.

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Broken Bow Lake & Beavers Bend Restaurants, Catering and Delivery

We are sought out as a destination for our trees and water, not fine dining. But we will get you fed. The food is good. Call proprietors for details and services.

Beavers Bend Restaurant 580-494-6551

Located in Beavers Bend Resort. Eat on the outdoor deck overlooking the Lower Mountain Fork River. Be careful or the squirrels will steal your french fries. Grilled trout, hamburger baskets and fried catfish are good eats. You’ll not find a more scenic restaurant. Shirt & shoes barely required. They also have general store supplies and food. Famous for their annual traditional Thanksgiving dinner.

Steven’s Gap Restaurant 580-494-6350

Famous (Southern Living magazine) for their homemade chocolate pies and cakes. Serves the best fried catfish in Hochatown.

Shady Oak Restaurant 580-494-6210

Good for breakfast. Biscuits and gravy, bacon and eggs, the traditional works. You’ll expect to find Grandma cooking, it tastes so good. Lately, everyone has raved about the fried green tomatoes and fresh squash, and I don’t mean the movie.

Abendigo’s Grill & Patio 580-494-7222

Serves steak, seafood & specials.  Also offers alcohol with a membership. BYOB. Live band and karaoke on some nights.

Frontier General Phillips 66 Station 580-494-6161

Meat counter with steaks or chops for your grill. Good hamburgers served with a too-generous portion of tater tots. A deli counter, great pizza, amazingly tasty Gulf shrimp that is delivered fresh, groceries, supplies, minnows and fishing worms are also available. They have diesel, gasoline and propane. Rocking chair next to the pay phone. Get your Oklahoma fishing and hunting license here.

Mountaineer General Store 580-494-6544

Located across from the main entrance to Beavers Bend Resort Park. Hand dipped Blue Bell ice cream, fresh made deli-sandwiches, game room, souvenir shop, toys, snack foods, fishing supplies, Oklahoma fishing licenses, camping and RV items, and anything you forgot to pack for the cabins.

Gopher Golf Putt-Putt and Speedy Gopher Nascar Go-Karts 580-494-6706

Located across from the main entrance to Beavers Bend Resort Park. Lemonade slushies, candy, dill pickles, chips, soda, mini-Nascar race track and putt-putt golf.

Judy’s Red Hot Tamale Cart 580-494-6056

Located across from Beavers Bend. Homemade tamales from the family recipe. Made fresh, sold by the dozen. Catering available.

Dancing Rabbit Creek Internet Coffee House 580-494-6321

Located across from Beavers Bend. If you must check your email, this is the place. Laptops set up, printer available. Order the iced coffee, your boss will never know you’re playing in Broken Bow and not at the office.

Pruett’s Grocery 201 S. Park Dr. in Broken Bow 580-584-6056

The best (only) grocery store in town. I suggest you shop here on your way in to the cabins. Call ahead for catering pick up orders.

WhipPoorWill Fudge Factory & Sweet Shoppe 580-494-6476

Fresh homemade fudge daily. Quite a candy store. Large selection of Jelly Belly Candies, Old Fashioned & Nostalgic candies, and gourmet foods, unique and unusual gifts, cookie, bread & pie mixes, cookie cutters, kid “stuff,” and an array of kitchen décor.They will ship fudge.

Hopson’s Hwy 259 Truck Stop 580-494-2976

Homemade, fresh, all beef hamburgers, french fries, onion rings, salad, BLT. All the log truckers know to eat there, and the locals know. Now you know. Also a nursery, great place to get landscaping for your new cabin.

Bunch’s Shell Station Thrifty Mart 580-584-9437

You won’t believe this gas station. Go in and you’ll find the local red hat ladies, community leaders and construction workers at the back table eating breakfast, lunch and dinner. Prices are reasonable and the food is cooked by folks like “Mom.” Order your meals to go and they’ll have it ready for you. Meatloaf, mash potatoes, the works.

Duncan’s Deli at the old Texaco 580-494-6097

Pizza, breakfast, ice, beer. Call for hours of operation, Gasoline and diesel pumps on your way to Broken Bow Lake and cabins.

Big Mike’s Barbecue Catering 580-933-7199

Leave it to Mike. Why should you cook? He’ll cater to your cabin.

Honey Bear Ranch and Heirloom Garden Market 580-584-6022

Seasonal vegetables, fresh eggs, herbs, sausage, grass fed beef, salsa, pizza sauce, cooking classes.

M R Piggs Barbecue 580-494-7301

Brisket, chicken, pork, sausage. Call for carryout. Located at Secluded Acres convenience store.

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Museums

Hochatown Wildlife Museum and Womack’s Taxidermy Studio.
580-494-6193 Watch Shane Womack in his studio create the lifelike story of the forest. School groups, church tours.

Forest Heritage Center
580-494-6497 Tells the story of the forest through dioramas. Woodturners exhibit, fall festival, Owa Chito art show.

Muscle Car Legends Museum – Idabel OK
580-286-7206 or 286-6468 The finest cars from the fastest times. Legendary cars of the 60s and 70s. Classic Shelby Mustangs, Camaros, Ferraris. A must see for car collectors and enthusiasts.

Wheelock Missionary & Academy
Listed on the 11 Most Endangered Places by the National Historic Trust & Preservation. Built in the 1800s as a mission and school for indians.

Museum of the Red River
580-286-3616 Home of the Acrocanthosaurus dinosour. Meeting rooms, exhibits, lectures, travel.

Broken Bow Indian Museum
580-584-6531 Private collection of artifacts from across the United States. Listen to the real story of arrowheads and tomahawks.

Broken Bow Kiamichi Country Genealogy Society
Broken Bow Library, 401 N Broadway, Broken Bow OK 74728