Beavers Bend Resort Park

Broken Bow Lake

BEAVERS BEND RESORT PARK (HWY 259A)

Broken Bow Dam

Sunset on Broken Bow Lake – it just doesn’t get any better than this!

The Dam was completed in 1970. Numerous park areas located around the lake give the visitor an unmatched opportunity for outdoor family fun and relaxation.

The climate at Broken Bow Lake offers outdoor sportsmen excellent opportunities for year-round angling.

Forest Heritage Center & Museum, Visitor Information Desk & Gift Shop

Visitors to the Center’s museum will find historical documents, antique forestry tools, wood art, homestead memorabilia, and a research library filled with books, periodicals and other materials pertaining to forestry.

Each year some 60 million cubic feet of lumber is harvested in McCurtain county, home of Beavers Bend Resort Park; the forest industry is without a doubt the area’s largest business concern. For those wishing to learn more about forest or the forest industry, the staff of the Forest Heritage Center and Museum can arrange educational programs or tours for any age group by appointment. There are specific programs tailored for school classes.

For Park Regulation information, please click here

Beavers Bend Nature Center

A year-round naturalist and a well-stocked nature center make possible a program lineup that includes campfire programs on the banks of the Mountain Fork River, nature hikes, arts and crafts classes, water sports, bingo, sunset hikes, nature films, and astronomy outings. 580-494-6556

Beavers Bend State Park Trip video December 2nd - click to view

Download Hiking/Trail Map
Brochure

Amphitheatre Area & River Bend Area (located behind Nature Center)

Stroll through the amphitheatre and take in the breathtaking view of the Mountain Fork River. Enjoy a picnic lunch or just relax in the shade.

Beavers Bend Depot:
(follow train signs inside Beavers Bend Resort Park)

* Riding Stables

* Hay Rides

* Train Rides

Tame horseback riding is available at Beavers Bend State Park.
The train is a 1/3 size replica of the C.P. Huntington S.P. train that was built in 1863. The ride takes visitors through the beautiful Game Reserve.

Hayrides are scheduled two times per week for general public. Private hay rides for families and groups may be scheduled anytime – call for reservations.
580-494-6613

Beavers Bend Land & Water – kids activities

Paddle boats/Miniature Golf, Bumper boats, canoes, swim beach
580-494-6512

Beavers Bend River Floats – kids activities

Canoe Rental & Float Trips
580-494-6070

Nature/Hiking in Beavers Bend Resort Park

The mountains, forests, lakes and rivers of McCurtain County Oklahoma create a wonderland of nature hiking. We offer a wide variety of trails from short and easy interpretive hikes to more challenging mountain trails. Trails maps are available through your cabin host or at the Forest Heritage Center inside the park. The hiking trails are marked with white tree blazes; and the nature trails are marked with blue on while blazes.

Broken Bow Trip November 7th- click to view

Resort Park Playground…………Fireflies & Rocks

We’re amazed at the number of young children who gather rocks, pinecones, sweetgum balls, crickets, fireflies, turtles, butterflies… and other items found on the forest floor and in the woods. There are three playgrounds in the park areas: A large playground is located in the resort park near the nature center. Playgrounds are also located in the Carson Creek Area and Stevens Gap Areas.

Bicycling

Plenty of challenging hills for road bikes. Best time is winter and mid-week when there is less traffic. Roads have no shoulders and you have to share with RV drivers

Hochatown State Parks     Stevens Gap Area and Carson Creek Area (Hwy 259)

Both conveniently located off highway 259, are plentiful with boating ramps and primitive camping.

The drive through these areas are very beautiful, highlighted with an abundance of trees and provide lots of spots to fish, swim or just to sit a spell. You can swim or fish anywhere on the lake, there are no restricted areas. (Bring your water shoes.)

Beavers Bend Marina

The marina has a floating retail store and sells gifts, gas, groceries, bait, tackle, sandwiches, snacks, etc. Rentals for jet skis, tubes and utility boats (fishing and pontoon), and Voyager Pontoon boat sales. Slip rentals and mooring available for small boats as well as houseboats.
580-494-6455 www.beaversbendmarina.com

Wakeboarding on Broken Bow Lake March 8- click to view

Swimming

Swim anywhere on Broken Bow Lake. The drive down Carson Creek and Stevens Gap areas are filled with some great spots to stop and relax. There is a designated area in the park which is part of the rivers bend for swimming.

Parasailing

“Come fly with us!” Broken Bow Lake has long been famous for it’s beautiful clean water and magical setting in the forested mountains of Southeaster Oklahoma. Now you can get a whole new perspective of the area on a parasail flight over Broken Bow Lake. Located in the Steven Gap area of Beaver’s Bend Resort Park. Call for more information and sailing times.

580-306-7245 www.beaversbendparasail.com

Lakeway Watersports

Pontoon rentals starting as low as $400 per day; daily, weekend, and weekly rates available.

580-584-LAKE

580-212-9252

Lake Rat Rentals

Jet ski and jet boat rentals; 5 hour and full day rentals. For more information call 580-574-0481 or email rentals@lakeratrentals.com.

Lakerat Marine
Boat, Jet Ski Repair and Fiberglass Repair
580-494-6412

Cabin Activities and Surrounding Areas

Campfires

Campfires, wiener roasting and s’mores. Any good Girl Scout can tell you that S’mores stands for "some-mores" (as in "gimmesome-more"). Some cabins areas provide firewood. Bring your own or purchase locally.

Bird Watching

Birdwatchers have sighted more than 270 bird species, including many that are rare to Oklahoma and not found elsewhere in the state.
We have woodpeckers, bluebirds, turkeys, crows, blue heron, hummingbirds, bats, doves, blue jays, owls, eagles, hawks, mockingbirds, cardinals, robins, black phoebe and other songbirds

Bald Eagle

Oklahoma is one of the Top 10 states for Bald Eagle viewing during Nov-Mar. The Beavers Bend Park Naturalist, Frank Griffith, leads viewings at 9:00 AM on Saturdays from Nov-Mar where the Bald Eagles nest on the spectacular sheer cliffs along the banks of the Mountain Fork River

Glover River

Nature in its most pristine state is found along the Glover River, Oklahoma's only untamed waterway (meaning no dams block its course). Secluded and un-commercialized. ATV/Dirt Bike Trails are located through this area.

Limousine Tours

Arrive at dinner in style, a tour around Broken Bow Lake, or an all day excursion through the nationally recognized Talimena Scenic Drive, we can arrange a limousine completely furnished with a picnic lunch, beverages, stereo, television and DVDs. Bring her favorite movie and songs, and we'll have them playing.

The Cedar Creek Golf Course is the kind of golf course one would imagine finding in a pristine, pine-laden wilderness. And, in fact, the 18 holes were literally carved out of the wilds (the golf course abuts the Wilderness Area).

Fairways cascade through stands of pine, oak, and hickory and past deer, fox and wild turkey. More than one hole offers a fine view of Broken Bow Lake and the occasional glimpse of bald eagles. The Course is known for its narrow fairways and wooded roughs. The par 72 course has a pro shop, resident pro, and chart and club rentals- Hours are 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. in season, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. off season
No tee times are required! Call 580-494-6456
call for rates

Farther North on Hwy 259

Scenic Drive (Motorcycle Heaven)

The Talimena Scenic Drive connects with Oklahoma’s State Scenic Hwy 259. Traveling north past Beavers Bend State Park, the elevation of the Ouachita Mountains offers visitors a breathtaking view of the forest. This drive winds through the Ouachita National Forest along the crest of the Rich and Winding Stair Mountains. It spans the highest mountain range between the Appalachians and the Rockies. www.talimenascenicdrive.com

Horseback Riding – Are you ready for some REAL mountain horseback trail riding?

A to Z Guest Ranch Trail Riding
580-244-3729…… Smithville, Oklahoma
www.atozguestranch.com

(Smithville, Oklahoma is located north on Hwy 259, approx. 35 minutes from the Beavers Bend areas) A simply beautiful drive – straight up the mountain.


Riverman Trail Rides and Stables
Horseback Riding
580-236-9033
www.rivermantrailrides.com

Glover River Trail Rides, Battiest
580-241-5599
www.treetopviewcabins.com

Honobia Bigfoot Festival, Honobia, Oklahoma – scheduled each year in October.

A Family Affair. The Kiamichi Mountain of Southeast Oklahoma is proud to be a host to our friend, Bigfoot.

Bigfoot 4 Wheeler Hunts, Games, Food, GREAT ENTERTAINMENT,Art Show, Big-foot contest,  Covered wagon rides, Pony rides,Inflatables, Art/craft Booths,
STORIES OF ENCOUNTERS WITH BIGFOOT

For more information, please contact:
580 244 - 3292
Katie Cogburn

ATV 4-Wheeling & Dirt Bikes Free access on Ouachita National Forest. Land Access Pass required for Three Rivers Wildlife Management Area. Many, many miles of well-maintained roads to ride for ATV or dirt bikes. NO ATV riding around any cabins or directly from cabins.

A helpful map/brochure of the Ouachita National Forest roads in Mccurtain county can be downloaded. Please bring the brochure with you. If you have any questions, please call anytime.

Idabel Area

Red Slough

Also home to alligators. With Ducks Unlimited, Red Slough has become a popular weekend getaway for nature lovers.

Pilots Adventure

Get some flying hours in and land at McCurtain Regional Airport, Idabel 4o4. Fuel Available. We can arrange transportation and whisk you to a romantic cabin getaway, 18-hole Cedar Creek Golf Course or a fly-fishing trip. Airport Manager, George Whelton, 580-286-3558.

Museums of McCurtain County

Beavers Bend Wildlife Museum

Located at the entrance to Beavers Bend Resort Park
May through August Hours
Monday-Thursday 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and
Saturday 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

580-494-6193

Forest Heritage Center

Located in Beavers Bend Resport park
Open 365 days a year from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Admission is free.

580-494-6497

Indian Memorial Museum

402 E 2^nd Street in Broken Bow
Open Thursday through Monday 9:00 am. To 5:00 p.m.
Admission is free

580-584-6531

Garner Mansion and Museum

Located 6 miles east of Broken bow
Call 580-584-6588 for an appointment

Car Legends Museum

Located between Broken Bow and Idabel
Tuesday-Friday 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

580-286-2220

Museum of the Red River

The most complete dinosaur skeleton ever found was excavated in McCurtain County and its cast is now on display at the Museum of the Red River in Idabel.
Museum hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sundays. Admission is free. For more information, call 580-286-3616 For a complete list of all museums in our area, please visit, www.mccurtaincountygetaways.com/museums.html

Gene Autry Museum

Located west of Idabel
Call 580-286-3747

Wheelock Academy

Located in Millerton
Open 7 days a week 8:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m.
580-746-2139

Upper Mountain Fork River     Canoe & Kayak River Floats

Presbyterian Falls

Broken Bow Lower Mt. Fork River Kayaking Trip November 4
click to view

Prior to the falls is a Class l rapid “shoot”. If you desire, you can
exit the river and drag your canoe/kayak to just below Presbyterian Falls. If you enjoy
the shoot (it’s great), you can
drag your boat back to the top
and run it again – several times
a day, if so desired.

Indoor Things to Do in
McCurtain County

McCurtain Cinema
Idabel (580) 286-2220

Rocket Roller Rink
1314 E Washington
Idabel (580) 286-3603

Skateway
200 Broadway
Broken Bow 580-584-9444

Casinos

Choctaw Indian Casino
Idabel, (580) 286-5710
Broken Bow, (580) 584-5450

Dance Halls

Pure Country
(580) 494-6696

Phil's Big Rock Saloon
(580) 286-7077

Abendigo’s
The casual, classy atmosphere makes dining here a treat, but stops short of any stuffy dress code.

Beavers Bend Restaurant
The covered outdoor patio dining has a fantastic view of the Mt. Fork River below. The squirrels and birds will get on your table and eat french fries.

Dancing Rabbit Creek Coffee House & Internet Café and Gift Shop
580-494-6321 Located at Hwy 259 & Hwy 259A
Enjoy creamy lattes, flavored coffees, or cappuccinos while you surf the internet.

M R Pigs Café & Catering Co.
Located in Secluded Acres Quick Stop (Hwy 259).  Their specialty is down home BBQ at its finest!  AND the best potato salad ever made (personal opinion!).

Papa Pablanos
Mexican restaurants with locations in Idabel and Broken Bow. Really good food at good prices.

Shady Oaks Restaurant
Located across from the Beavers Ben Resort road.

Stevens Gap Restaurant 
Breakfast/Lunch or Dinner.  Excellent catfish dinners. 

Broken Bow and Idabel have a wide assortment of fast food and speciality dining. A local telephone directory is located in your cabin.

Frontier General is closest to the cabins and has a meat and deli counter, pizza, and most groceries and supplies as well as gasoline pumps.

Pruett's Grocery Store in Broken Bow is full-service - including a drive through window.

Wal-Mart, Broken Bow (small Wal-Mart)

Wal-Mart, Idabel (supercenter)

Other Attractions & Shopping

Idabel Country Club & Golf Course
580-286-7545
www.idabelcountryclub.com

Tidwell's Antique Auction
Antiques for your home or cabin. Bronze decor, textiles, massive hardwood furniture, elegant, strong and one of a kind. Hailed as one of the finest antique auctions in the Southern United States. Call for next date, Jeff Tidwell, 580-584-2088.
http://www.pine-net.com/tidwellantq

Quilt Shoppe & Boutique
Quaint and cozy in downtown Broken Bow Main Street. 7,000 bolts of fabric, 100 book titles, patterns, fat squares, thread and notions. Cabin decor and gifts available. Meeting room for 30 people. A great place for a girlfriend getaway project! Call Rhonda 580-584-7858.

Mostly Memories Antiques
Mostly stuff you remember seeing at your grandma's house, or your house when you were a kid. Poke around the numerous rooms, stacked high and deep with treasures. 117 Main Street, Broken Bow 580-584-5767.

Brinkley Tractor Auction
Third weekend of the month in Idabel OK. Tractors, implements, farm machinery. Call for next date 580-286-6539.

Beavers Bend Cabin Decor
580-494-7603. Custom log home interior designs. Located on Hwy 259 in Hochatown. Antiques for sale and cabin decor.

Hochatown Trade Days
580-494-6567. Second Saturday weekend of the month. Craft vendors and food vendors welcome.

The Magnolia House & Magnolia House’s Girlfriends
Vintage, Antiques and Gifts
311 and 307 North Park Drive, Broken Bow

Vanilla Gorilla Catering
The best Italian food in the county and local favorites as well!
Plus - Grocery delivery from the local supermarket - place your grocery delivery order by phone or online and the Vanilla Gorilla will have your groceries delivered straight from the suppermarket to your cabin!
vanillagorillacatering@yahoo.com
http://www.vanillagorillacatering.com
(580) 236-5012 or (580) 236-5013