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

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 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.