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Visitors to the Center's museum will find historical documents, antique forestry tools, wood art, homestead memorabilia, and a research library filled with books, periodicals and other materials pertaining to forestry.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.
Park Office - 580-494-6300

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

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Amphitheater 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 white 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.
580-494-6455 www.beaversbendmarina.com

Wake boarding 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.

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.

Body Harmony Day Spa
580-584-6339
http://www.bodyharmonysession.com

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

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
580-306-2867
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

Riding the trails of the Ouachita National Forest is such a great way to explore and enjoy nature at it's finest. Please take time to read the changes that have been made to the limited area that you can ride. Use the appropriate safety gear – helmet (required if under 18), eye protection, boots, and gloves.

ATV maps are available at Janet's Treasure Chest.

Click & View Map

Idabel Area

Red Slough
Also home to alligators. With Ducks Unlimited, Red Slough has become a popular weekend getaway for nature lovers.
580-320-3176

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

Gardner 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

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. Located on Hwy 259N. (8 miles north of Broken Bow)
www.abendigos.com 580-494-7222 e-mail@ abendigos@hotmail.com


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.
Located in Beavers's Bend Resort Park, Hwy 259A.
580-494-6551 www.beaversbendrestaurant.net

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.

Hochatown BBQ & Catering
Located at Secluded Acres Country Store (Hwy 259N) in Hochatown. Their specialty is down home BBQ at its finest! 1,2,3 meats and more - Hochatown Catering will come to your cabin, deliver, set up, serve and clean-up. It's the only way to cook while on vacation!
E-Mail: Tom@secludedacres.com or call @ 580-494-7301.

Papa Pablanos
Mexican restaurants with locations in Idabel and Broken Bow. Really good food at good prices. 580-584-9495

The Blue Rooster Fry House
A Southern Restaurant located in Hochatown. Great Food, Good Company, Good Times at The Rooster 580-494-6361

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

Stevens Gap Restaurant 
Breakfast/Lunch or Dinner.  Excellent catfish dinners.  580-494-6350

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.
580-494-6646

Lakeway Bait & Tackle / Duncan 's Deli - Bait, tackle, deli, supplies and gasoline. 580-494-6097

Pruett's Grocery Store in Broken Bow is full-service - 580-584-7481

WalMart, Broken Bow (small WalMart) 580-584-3324

WalMart, Idabel (supercenter) 580-286-6696

Other Attractions & Shopping

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.

Janet's Treasure Chest is the headquarters of Beavers Bend Lodging. Stop by and see us anytime.

Hochatown Fine Art
The theme of the gallery is to showcase local artists or those artists involved with McCurtain County. Currently the gallery is featuring: Wood Turnings by Doug Zook and Tommy Allen, Encaustics by Peggy Epner, Wood and bronze sculpture by Lyman Choate, Oil, watercolors and mono prints by Tiete Lycklama, Oil paintings by Morgan Wilcox, Tommy Allen and baskets by Linda Lou Alexander.

Located in the David Sacks Real Estate building on the east side of Highway 259 just south of Abendigo’s and Girls Gone Wine.
Gallery hours are 11 thru 5 Monday thru Saturday. For further information please call 972-949-2253

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

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.

Broadway Boutique
116 N. Broadway, Broken Bow, OK
580-584-5300
Ladies Apparel, jewelry, gifts and accessories.
Monday - Friday 10:00 - 6:00 Saturday 10:00 - 4:00

Youngblood's Gifts
1206 S Park Dr, Broken Bow, OK
580-584-6999

Party Events

Whether you're planning a Wedding, a Birthday Party, Family Reunion or just a Girls Weekend, find local businesses that will help you make it a success.

Wedding and Receptions in a Cabin
A few of our favorite wedding, reception cabins are:
* Leaping Lizard Lodge - 4 Bedroom Cabin
* Talako Lodge - 4 Bedroom Cabin
* Birdhouse Cabin - 3 Bedroom Cabin

Shows To Go
Wedding ceremonies and receptions, Birthday parties, outdoor movies, famer parties. Bring professional lightning and sound expertise to your wedding and create the excitement of a vacation resort. Watch your favorite movies under the stars. Choose our "Big Screen" or "Really Big Screen"
Kevin, Mark, Scott 580-212-1144

Photos by Mandy Ballard Photography
Providing contemporary family portraits as well as maternity, children, and wedding photography. Children, Families, Weddings, Seniors, Sports, Retouching, Glamorization and so much more!
Website 580.212.6543

TLC's Memorable Events - Rentals for All Occassions
Chairs, Tables, Linens, Arches, Centerpeices & More.
tammieclaborn@yahoo.com
580-584-2227

TCL's Party Palace.
Private Parties, Video Games, Inflatables, party Room
580-584-2227

Shawn Lyons DJ Service
Specializing in DJ & MC services for your fine events! Shawn's Service is a mobile DJ and entertainment service for special events like weddings, corporate events, holiday parties, birthdays, anniversaries, private parties, class reunions & family reunions. Shawn will provide any type of music you would like played, when you want it! 580-236-0878

Broken Bow Flowers and Gifts
We can help make your special celebration the perfect event with "Flowers for All Occasions" (580)584-9155

Main Street Bakery & Cafe
Want a perfect celebration? Piece of Cake! Catering Available 580-286-4000

Wright Ideas Sandwich & Flower Shop
Cater your Big event. It's the Wright idea! Delicious homemade favorites available like chicken spaghetti, sandwishes, & of course..Barbeque
580-584-2008

Salt Creek Barn Bash
Available for Special Events. Family Reunions, Parties, Weddings, Meetings
580-212-8980

Laverne's Tuxedo Rentals
Tuxedos, $69.00 and up including shoes
580-286-1210

Body Harmony Day Spa
580-584-6339
http://www.bodyharmonysession.com

A 90 minute Body Harmony Session is MORE than just a massage.
Sink deep into a 6 to 12 inches memory foam mattress.
This is the comfort of the Body Harmony Instrument Bed™
Soothing music vibrates and resonates through your body at a cellular level,
While surround-sound fills the room.
"No talking ~ Just Relax ~ Don't lift a finger".
While pure Shea Butter is slowly "drizzled" over your chest, "dripped" around your neck, And "drizzled" at your hairline, and then........
"A-h-h-h" neck - shoulders - face - scalp s-l-o-w-l-y massaged.