If it’s outdoor recreation you’re craving, look no further than Atoka. Located in southeast Oklahoma, this small town is home to big fun in the form of McGee Creek State Park, the McGee Creek Reservoir and the McGee Creek Natural Scenic Recreation Area. Whether your preference is camping, hiking, fishing or even hunting, these scenic areas have it all. Book a stay in one of the park’s rustic lake huts or set up your campsite overlooking the lake. Head out in town and watch an exciting dune buggy race at Atoka Motorsports Park, and when hunger strikes, visit Luigi’s Italian Restaurant or Cazadorez Mexican Restaurant.
Start 2025 off on the right foot with a rewarding hike through one of Oklahoma's scenic state parks. Get a head start on those fitness resolutions, embark on a guided nature-watching adventure, or simply enjoy the crisp January air with friends and family.
There’s more than meets the eye at Oklahoma State Parks. Historic structures are just some of the wonders waiting to be found.
We’ve got the scoop on where rivers turn to rapids, waterfalls plunge over cliffs and the sound of rushing water signals beauty.
Want to see the greatest light show on earth? Look to the night sky at one of Oklahoma’s secluded stargazing hotspots. Enjoy awe-inspiring views from the back porch of a resort lodge with all the comforts of home, or take in the show from your backcountry campsite at a state park. Whether you join one of the orchestrated “star parties” in remote corners of the state or strike out on your own stargazing adventure, come to Oklahoma and see the universe in a whole new light.
Boasting some of the most breathtaking scenery in the state, Choctaw Country in southeastern Oklahoma is home to stunning vistas and more than a few amazing lakes. Marked by rolling timber, wooded mountains and cypress-lined bayous, this stunning setting creates the perfect backdrop for the area’s sparkling lakes. You read all about gorgeous Broken Bow Lake in our "Big Six" overview of the state's top lakes, but check out our round-up of the area’s other fantastic bodies of water and start planning your next Choctaw Country adventure.
There’s more than meets the eye at Oklahoma State Parks. Unique natural features are just some of the wonders waiting to be found.
Atoka County Chamber of Commerce
