Beavers Bend State Park Attractions
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Visitors to the Center’s museum will find historical documents, antique forestry tools, wood art, homestead memorabilia, and a research library filled with books, periodicals and other materials pertaining to forestry.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 State Park; the forest industry is without a doubt the area’s largest business concern. For those wishing to learn more about the forest or the forest industry, the staff at 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
Beavers Bend Nature Center
A well-stocked nature center make a program lineup possible 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
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.
Amphitheater Area & River Bend Area
(located behind Nature Center)
Stroll through the amphitheater and take in the breathtaking view of the Mountain Fork River and sheer cliff face. Enjoy a picnic lunch or just relax in the shade.
Beavers Bend Depot:
(follow train signs inside Beavers Bend State Park)
* Riding Stables
* Train Rides
Tame horseback riding is available at Beavers Bend.
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
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Beavers Bend Resort Park Land & Water
Paddle boats, mini golf, bumper boats, canoes, swim beach
580-494-6512
Beavers Bend River Floats
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. Trail 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.
You can pick up trail maps at the park’s nature center or see below. There are several trails you have to choose from, one for every skill level – from serious stroller to avid trekker.
South Park
1 mile - easy route for those who want to stay on level ground.
The trail starts at the southern end of the park, near Acorn Campground.
It is an easy walk to Beaver Creek with some hills.
Beavers Creek
1.5 miles - A bit more challenging. There are several steep climbs. The Beaver Creek Trail can be entered from near the Nature Center in the Beavers Bend State Park near the Civilian Conservation Corps monument. The trail will cross this creek further upstream. There is another entrance off of the Forest Heritage Tree Trail (trail head is at the Forest Heritage parking lot). Beaver Creek Trail follows the creek until it intersects the South Park Trail. Most of the Beaver Creek Trail is flat and easy to walk, except for the creek crossing near the Nature Center entrance. The Forest Heritage Trail parallels a portion of the Beaver Creek Trail.
Deer Crossing Trail
3.9 miles - Some climbs, but not extremely steep. Moderate level of difficulty suitable for most hikers. The Deer Crossing Trail is very close to the mountain Fork River. Hikers can see the beautiful, crystal clear water of Mountain Fork River from various points on the trail. The Deer Crossing Trail connects with the Lookout Mountain Trail and Cedar Bluff Nature Trail.
Cedar Bluff Nature Trail
1 mile loop - Cedar Bluffs is an entrance to the David Boren Hiking Trail. Cedar Bluff Nature Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a river. This trail is located across the road from the Dogwood Campground between the miniature golf course and the Beavers Bend River Floats. It is the south entrance to the Skyline Trail and connects with Deer Crossing Trail. The Cedar Bluff Nature Trail is relatively easy to hike, with low elevation. It takes you past the Mountain Fork River. It is 5 miles from the Cedar Bluff Nature Trail to the juncture of the Beaver Lodge Trail.
Skyline Trail
8.6 mile loop - This trail features a waterfall and steep terrain. It is recommended for experienced hikers only! More challenging to some than the Cedar Bluff. Hikers need to be able to withstand elevation hiking. However, the views you'll see will be well worth the climb. Hikers should be aware of the several water crossings that can be hazardous, especially following heavy rainfall. The Skyline Trail is a loop. The trail's end leads back to the trailhead via the state park road.
Lookout Mountain Trail
1.9 miles - Generally considered a moderately challenging route. The Lookout Mountain Trail has some steep grades and muddy rocks to watch out for. This trail is a beautiful hike, takes you up in elevation with stunning views from the top.
Beaver Lodge Trail
3 miles. It does not loop back - Generally considered a moderately challenging route. The trail head starts at either below the hydro-electric dam or the east end of the spillway. This trail follows a beautiful creek that flows from the spillway, with small waterfalls. When you walk this trail, you will usually hear the sound of rushing water. This is a wide, fairly easy to walk trail.
Forest Heritage Tree Trail
1.2 miles loop. It does not loop back - The Tree Trail is a scenic hiking trail. It begins and ends at the Forest Heritage Center. Even though there are a few limbs to climb over, the trail is generally easy and suitable for all levels of hikers.
Friends Trail
1.5 miles loop - The Friends Trail is the first new trail to be added to the park in 15 years. It is a moderately challenging route, includes some steep climbs and rocky terrain. Some caution is advised for elderly or small children due to the terrain. The Friends Trail runs alongside the Lower Mountain Fork River at certain points and leads to panoramic views of the lake from the top of a ridge.
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 and there are also playgrounds located in the Carson Creek and Stevens Gap Areas of Broken Bow Lake.