The state of Oklahoma boasts 33 state parks, including seemingly endless natural wonders, scenic beauty, diverse terrain, and the opportunity to hike, fish, and camp in the great outdoors. With so much on offer, we’ve narrowed down the top state parks to explore when staying in the Hochatown, Oklahoma, area.
Oklahoma State Parks near Broken Bow
Situated in the mountainous region of southeast Oklahoma, Beavers Bend State Park offers guests endless opportunities and experiences. Adventure down the winding roads and through forests of hardwood and pine trees until you reach the shores of Broken Bow Lake and the Mountain Fork River. This state park truly is a nature lover’s paradise, with towering timbers, rugged terrain, and crystal clear waters.
Spend your days hiking and biking, or take to the water for a spot of fishing. Trout streams are kept stocked all year round. Follow the Mountain Fork River as it flows from the Broken Bow Lake through the park. With over 1,300 acres to explore, you certainly won’t run out of things to do.
Beavers Bend State Park also boasts a nature center that runs a line-up of activities throughout the year, including campfires on the banks of the Mountain Fork River, nature hikes, arts and crafts classes, and nature films. They also provide yakanoes (a combination of a kayak and a canoe), paddle boats, canoes, and maintain sandy beaches perfect for summer days swimming in the lake. You can also visit the Forest Heritage Center Museum where you will find historical documents, antique forestry tools, wood art, homestead memorabilia, and a research library.
A Fleet of Luxurious Cabins in Broken Bow
Kiamichi Cabins offers a variety of cabins to suit all groups, including studio apartments up to four-bedroom suites and group cabins. Nestled amongst the natural beauty of Beavers Bend State Park, you can truly immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Broken Bow. The cabins are surrounded by tall pines and clean mountain air, the perfect combination to make life-long memories. Each cabin boasts fully-equipped kitchens, central heating and air conditioning, charcoal or gas grills, satellite TV, and fresh linens. The surrounding area offers activities to suit everyone’s tastes, including boating, jet skiing, fishing, horseback riding, hiking, golf, antiquing, museums, wineries, and breweries. Kiamichi Cabins can be contacted by calling 580-262-4300.