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Brokenbow/ Hochatown

Like recommendations from a friend before you visit someplace new, here are some of our recommendations of our favorite things to do here in the Broken Bow and Hochatown areas.

Abendigo's Grill + Patio

A southern-style steakhouse with great live music, an open patio, fun patrons, and a laid-back environment. Pro tip: Reservations are highly recommended

Buffalo Grill

Music, drinks, BBQ, burgers, and more Pro tip: This restaurant stays open later than most in the area

Grateful Head Pizza Oven + Tap Room

Built from the bones of an old abandoned schoolhouse, this location quickly became known as the grooviest place to eat pizza and drink beer in Hochatown Pro tip: If you order for take out, call early

Hochatown Saloon

Restaurant, bar, and nightclub offering a vast menu and live entertainment. After 9 p.m. the Saloon turns into a nightclub featuring live music Pro tip: This facility offers large sections that can be rented out to accommodate any party or event

Mountain Fork Brewery + Restaurant

Local brewhouse with a family-friendly restaurant including patio seating and live music. Online ordering available

Papa Poblanos

Mexican eats such as burritos + enchiladas, plus breakfast

Tacohoma

Tacos! Burritos! Quesadillas! Homemade Tamales! Yes! HOMEMADE TAMALES! Fresh & Homemade Salsas! Queso! Guacamole! Elotes! You definitely MUST TRY!

The Watering Hole

The restaurant serves delicious smoked meats, cocktails, and even breakfast sandwiches. Plus, they offer live entertainment Pro tip: Love karaoke? This is your spot!

Mountain Man Meat Market

Flavorful meats, sautéed sides, and everything in-between. Butcher shop specializing in prime and Wagyu beef. They also have take-home meals, specialty grocery items, and more Pro tip: You can also purchase craft beer and cigars here

Shuck Me

Enjoy a fun atmosphere, friendly service, and amazing seafood. Large groups welcome, but seating is always first come, first served

The Eat Out

Eat and drink inside, on the covered patio overlooking their beautiful shaded acre, or in one of the vintage campers lined up in the yard

The HochaHut

Treat yo' self. Take in an afternoon of carnival-style food and outdoor fun. The outdoor dining area features shaded hammocks, fire pits, and reggae music

Mexico Lindo

Chef-made Tex-Mex grill serving seafood dishes, steaks, combinations dinners, and American favorites. You can dine in, drive-thru, or order online Pro tip: Mexico Lindo offers catering and receptions

The Oaks Steakhouse

Family dining in a casual atmosphere. Don't let the name fool you, they have an extensive menu of more than just typical steakhouse food

Shady Oak

American homestyle cooking. Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch Pro tip: This is one of the only restaurants that offers brunch

Steven's Gap Restaurant

Country cooking with generous portions and a homestyle atmosphere. They offer everything from chicken fried steak, burgers and sandwiches, to large onion rings, and homemade pie

Phat Tabb's BBQ

Love, Peace, and Bacon Grease. One of our favorites in the area! A bit of a drive to Idabel, but definitely worth it

The Blue Rooster

Fried chicken, fried catfish, fried shrimp, cold beer, delicious drinks, wine, big porches, and live music

Beavers Bend Brewery

Enjoy pints of beer on the patio. Selections available on tap and bottle, plus taproom guests can purchase refillable growlers to take home

Mountain Fork Brewery + Distillery

Local brewpub offering house-crafted beers, classic pub grub + brewery tours. The on-site brewery has beers on tap, 6-packs, and growlers Pro tip: This location is family-friendly

Girls Gone Wine

Girls Gone Wine is a boutique winery with a funky, sassy gift shop Pro tip: Party bus booking available on the website

Vojai's Winery

With years of winemaking experience, Vojai's offers quality ingredients, making sophisticated wines

The 3 Cupkateers Bakery

You think of it, they can bake it. Anything from pies, cupcakes, cakes, and candies

Amy's Macarons

While they specialize in the art of delicious French macarons, they can also make beautiful specialty cakes for all occasions

Gypsy Brew Java

A small coffee shop that serves a variety of coffees, lattes, and yummy treats Pro tip: They serve a small lunch menu daily ​

Okie Girls Coffee and Ice Cream

Serving delicious Blue Bell ice cream, house-made waffle cones, coffee drinks, and fresh pastries

Adam & Eve's Coffee Shop

Gourmet coffee, breakfast, and lunch with drive-thru service. They serve on a first come first serve basis. If you know what you want to order text or call and they'll try to have it ready when you arrive. Pro tip: Order frozen hot chocolate it's their specialty. And yes, the owners’ names are really Adam and Eve!

The Flavor Station

Shaved ice shop with a fun menu and even more fun presentations

Hochatown Coffee Central

Looking for something sweet? They offer fresh gourmet fudge, signature coffees and teas, cakes, muffins, salads, and wraps. All made fresh daily

Shayli's Sweetshop

Custom cakes, cookies, cupcakes & anything else sweet

Dollar Tree

Fill your pantry with brand-name food, snacks, candy, and drinks Pro tip: They offer a large selection of party supplies, balloons, gift bags, and seasonal decorations for every holiday and occasion

Walmart, Broken Bow Walmart Supercenter, Idabel

Groceries and more. Online ordering for curbside pickup available

Kountry Store

Offering fuel, propane, feed, food (grill, pizza + deli), as well as groceries, tobacco products, beer, wine, and ice ​

Pruett's Food

Go in-store or shop online for curbside pick-up

Canoeing

Beavers Bend Land + Water Park | 580.494.6512
Beavers Bend White River Canoe + Kayak | 580.584.6594
Wild Goose Canoe + Kayak - wildgoosecanoe.com | 580.584.2277
WW Trading Post + Canoe | 580.584.6856

Kayaking

Beavers Bend Land + Water Park | 580.494.6512
Beavers Bend White River Canoe + Kayak | 580.584.6594
River Rats Canoe Rentals | 580.584.6225
Wild Goose Canoe + Kayak - wildgoosecanoe.com | 580.584.2277
WW Trading Post + Canoe | 580.584.6856
Yippie Kayo Kayak Rentals - yippiekayokayaks.com | 580.306.2279

Paddle Boarding

Beavers Bend Land + Water Park | 580.494.6512
Paddle Sup | 870.784.0450

Paddle Boats

Beavers Bend Land + Water Park | 580.494.6512

Fishing

4 Seasons Guide Service - 4seasonsguideservice.com | 580.306.8149
Beavers Bend Fly Fishing - beaversbendflyfishingguideservice.com
Beavers Bend Fly Shop - beaversbendflyshop.com | 580.494.6071
Broken Bow Lake Guide - brokenbowlakeguide.com | 870.582.4561
Huffman's Guide Service - brokenbowlakecrappie.com
Rudy's Guide Service - fishingbrokenbowlake.com | 580.306.2838

Hiking

For more information about Beavers Bend State Park and the hiking trails, visit https://www.travelok.com/hiking | 580.494.6300 For the latest information and guides, we recommend the All Trails ap

Mountain Biking

Ouachita Adventures - ouachitaadventures.com Beavers Bend Bikes | 580.306.0669

ATVs + UTVs + Jeeps

A to Z Guest Ranch - atozguestranch.com | 580.244.3729
Bandits ATV Rental - banditsatvboatrentals.com | 580.494.3333
Captain's Hideaway Rentals - captainshideawayrentals.com

River Floats

Lucky Dog River Floats | 580.584.2909

Boat + Jet Ski Rental

Bandits Boat Rental - banditsatvboatrentals.com | 580.494.3333
Beavers Bend Marina - beaversbendmarina.com | 580.494.6455
Economy Boat Rental - economyboatrentals.com | 580.306.4236
Tangled Webb Adventures - tangledwebbadventures.com

Horseback Riding

A to Z Guest Ranch - atozguestranch.com | 580.244.3729
Beavers Bend Depot + Trail Rides | 580.494.6613
Glover River Trail Rides | 580.241.5763
Riverman Trails Rides - rivermantrailrides.com | 405.833.6671

Deer Watching

Connect with nature, head over to the hill behind Lakeview Lodge at sunset to watch the herds of deer come to check out what snacks visitors might want to share with them

Rugaru Adventures Ziplining

Certified and trained guides will take you on a zipline adventure tour. Enjoy breathtaking views as you zip down 6 lines totaling over a half-mile. You will reach speeds up to 35 mph and heights up to 60 ft. above the ground

Tomahawk's Axe Throwing

Enjoy soft drinks on the house or BYOB while you learn about axe throwing. They offer axe throwing parties that are family-friendly and available for ages 4 and up Pro tip: Groups larger than 10 people require a reservation ​

Beavers Bend Train Depot

Take a train ride on a 1/3 size replica of the C.P.Huntington S.P. train through the beautiful Beavers Bend State Park. Pro tip: Guided trail rides are offered at the top of each hour

Old West Town Mini Golf

Travel back in time as you play mini-golf through the street of an old west town. With tricky curves, difficult corners, and 50-foot fairways, you're sure to have fun!

Beavers Bend State Park Nature Center

The year-round program lineup includes campfire programs on the banks of the Mountain Fork River, nature hikes, arts and crafts classes, and nature films. Pro tip: Call ahead as they have recently been closed for renovations

Forest Heritage Center Museum

The museum houses historical documents, antique forestry tools, wood art, homestead memorabilia, and a research library filled with books, periodicals, dioramas, a 100-year-old cabin, and traditional woodworking tools dating from the earliest tools to harvest timber and other materials pertaining to forestry

Broken Bow Lake Duck Tours

Broken Bow Lake Duck Tours is a great way to get out and see Beavers Bend State Park and Broken Bow Lake from both land and water. Pro tip: The tour takes place on an Amphibious vessel from WWII ​

Sunset Boat Tour

Hochatown Adventures will take you out to learn about the lake and surrounding areas while enjoying sunset views, plus a meal is included ​

Tiki Time Lake Tours

Enjoy sitting on the deck while sipping on your favorite cocktail or take a ride on the one-of-a-kind tiki bus that shuttles you to the tiki boat for a one-hour lake cruise. Or both! ​

Shopping

Like other small towns, there is some great boutique shopping to be found! Check out visitmccurtaincounty.com/shop/ for a great list to kick off your spree

The Corner LOOP

Great fun for the whole family, including birthday parties, or just a fun weekend activity. Lace 'em up and take off!

The Maze of Hochatown

29,000 square foot wooden maze. Not only do you have to find your way out, but you also have to find all of the clues to solve the puzzle at the end

Red Slough Wildlife Area

A very popular recreational destination located in southeastern Oklahoma. Deemed to be a premier birdwatching and waterfowl hunting area. Quail, dove, rabbit, turkey, and deer hunting are popular when in season. Fishing for bass, catfish, and sunfish is popular in Push Creek and in reservoirs throughout the area

Uncle Charlies Old Time Photos

Specializing in creating realistic family photos inspired by the past. A great way to create unique family memories and add interest to your photo albums and displays

Hochatown Escape Games

You and up to 10 of your friends have one hour to find clues, unlock locks, solve the puzzle, and escape the game. Choose 1 of 4 unique scenarios. Fun for all ages and skillsets

Big Foot Speedway Go Karts + More

Exciting go-kart track that is suitable for all ages. Big Foot also offers a VR experience and the BigFoot 360, a thrilling ride that is sure to have you coming back for more

Beavers Bend Mining Company

Pan for gemstones, fossils, and arrowheads at the mining company. Fun for all ages ​

Hochatown Rescue + Petting Zoo

This petting zoo and licensed wildlife rehabilitation center offers a unique experience to hold, feed, pet, and learn about all different types of animals, including an array of barnyard animals, birds, reptiles and even some exotics!

Beavers Bend Wildlife Museum

Here you'll find a variety of exhibits on native wildlife and environmental education. Good for all ages

Museum of the Red River in Idabel

See the most complete Acrocanthosaurus dinosaur skeleton ever found, excavated in McCurtain County, and its cast — measuring a stunning 40 feet long and 15 feet tall from the hip. The museum also houses one of the most comprehensive collections of Native American art to be found anywhere

Jet Boat Joe's Thrill Ride

If you've never ridden aboard a high-speed jet boat, you're missing out. You can enjoy a boat tour of scenic Broken Bow Lake and get a thrill ride in the process

Beavers Bend Marina

The deep, clean, clear water at Beavers Bend Marina on Broken Bow Lake is ideal for family vacations and outings. Perfect for: Boating | Sailing | Fishing | Water Skiing | Jet Skiing Tubing | Swimming

Gambling

Choctaw Broken Bow is the local gambling spot. You’ll find hundreds of high-stakes to progressive slots, blackjack, and three-card poker

In-Cabin or In-Spa Pampering

Book with one of several local day spas to enjoy a day of relaxation at their facility, or even in the comfort of your own cabin. Many of the area providers offer cabin massage and spa sessions, including couples sessions Pro tip: Book as early as possible to ensure availability

Gutter Chaos

A family-friendly hot spot featuring tasty food, a full-service bar, bowling, a giant arcade, and billiards ​

Cedar Creek Golf Course

Nestled in the foothills of the Kiamichi Mountains, the long, narrow course is surrounded by pine forests and the deep-blue waters of Broken Bow Lake. Crystal-clear Cedar Creek runs through the course, providing beauty, wildlife, and hazard

Three Rivers Wildlife Area

Stretching over 450,000 acres, the Three Rivers Wildlife Management Area is the perfect destination to explore the scenic natural beauty. Honobia-Three Rivers WMA is home to deer, wild hogs, wild turkey, black bear, mountain lions, and elk ​