The Best Things To Do In Broken Bow, Oklahoma

Southeastern Oklahoma is making a name for itself. Thanks to a host of activities, sights, and experiences, the area offers the right combination of adventure and relaxation. Located in the foothills of the Kiamichi Mountains, Broken Bow, Oklahoma, is among the region's finest destinations for nature lovers, golf enthusiasts, and foodies alike. With a population of just over 4,000, this Oklahoma town offers respite, breathtaking views, and good eats. Here are some of our favorite things to see and do in Broken Bow.

Learn About Forestry

Learn all there is about forestry at the Forest Heritage Center, which is filled with more than 10 dioramas. Painted by famous Smokey Bear artist Harry Rossoll, the dioramas teach the important role forestry plays in everyday lives. Another Harry Rossoll creation, Tree Bear, is also on display. Tree Bear was created to encourage tree planting and spread the message “Good Things Come From Trees!” One of the museum’s newest exhibits, “The People of the Forest,” includes over 150 historic photographs illustrating early day logging in and around Broken Bow and the surrounding communities.

Test Your Golf Swing

Enjoy the day at Cedar Creek Golf Course, a pine-filled paradise of 18 holes of golf. Watch out for the variety of trees, including pine, oak and hickory, and for the wildlife. You may see a deer, fox, or wild turkey while on the course along with views of Broken Bow Lake. You may even get a glimpse of a bald eagle. 

Get Your Wine On

Following a day filled with education about forests or a golf workout, kick back and relax with a glass of wine at one of the local wineries. From woodsy aroma Autumn Jewel wine at Fish Tales Winery & Bistro in nearby Beavers Bend State Park to a sweet wine at Knotted Rope, there’s a variety of wines and wineries to choose from.

 Let Your Tastebuds Run Wild

Founded in 2015, Mountain Fork Brewery uses water from the Mountain Fork River. Browse the list of beers or munch on wings or a brick-oven pizza. For some sweet treats, head to Okie Girls Coffee & Ice Cream. From delicious pastries to specialty coffee drinks, this shop has a little treat for everyone. Meanwhile, for the meat-lovers, there’s Mountain Man Meat Market, which is a butcher shop and specialty meat market.

Shop Specialty Stores

Filled with different shops and food trucks located outside, The Local 259 is filled with a variety of locally-owned shops both residents and visitors will enjoy. Once you've shopped up an appetite, visit one of the food trucks outside to enjoy everything from gourmet mac and cheese to smoothie bowls. Meanwhile, Hochatime Hideaway has hats, shirts, and accessories like mugs that make great souvenirs.

Experience Serenity at Beavers Bend State Park 

Enjoy hiking, biking, boating, fishing, water skiing, horseback riding, and more at this state park located in Broken Bow. Make the park your home base: RV parks, cabins, and tent campsites within the park make it a scenic and convenient stay. The more than 3,400-acre Beaver Bend State Park offers 47 cabins with kitchenettes, plus 393 campsites and over 50 tent sites spread over eight camping areas. The state park also offers the Beavers Bend Lodge, situated along the shores of Broken Bow Lake.