Overview
Checotah is a town in the Green Country area of Oklahoma, named after a Creek Nation chief. It got into an armed dispute over the county seat status of McIntosh County around 1908 with Eufaula but lost. It's another one of those Oklahoma boom and bust oil towns but seems to be holding on with agriculture and manufacturing and service sector industry.
1 sights · 2 things to do
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Best things about Checotah
Honey Springs Battlefield
This Civil War battle was significant in two respects: it enabled the Union to gain the upper hand in controlling the Indian Territory, and it was fought primarily between non-white participants, Native Americans represe…
Lake Eufaula State Park
This multi-faceted park is centered around Lake Eufaula and has a golf course, hiking trails, campground, and the Deep Fork Nature Center.
Creek Nation Casino Checotah
This one might be good if you are wanting to try your luck or looking for some smoked salad.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Mar–May, Sep–Oct. Summer highs reach about 94°F; winter lows dip to about 28°F. Very hot (Jul, Aug) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: May and Jun. (climate data from nearby Tulsa)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- TUL Tulsa International Airport, Tulsa — 54 mi away (major hub). Directions
- FSM Fort Smith Regional Airport, Fort Smith — 66 mi away. Directions
It is easily accessible from I-40 and US Route 69, which seems almost as long as I-40, stretching from Albert Lea, Minnesota to Port Arthur, Texas.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 1-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Honey Springs Battlefield, Creek Nation Casino Checotah
- Afternoon Lake Eufaula State Park
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
What to ask about, for your diet
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Get in
It is easily accessible from I-40 and US Route 69, which seems almost as long as I-40, stretching from Albert Lea, Minnesota to Port Arthur, Texas.
See
See Honey Springs Battlefield
This Civil War battle was significant in two respects: it enabled the Union to gain the upper hand in controlling the Indian Territory, and it was fought primarily between non-white participants, Native Americans representing much of the Confederate side while African Americans dominating the Union side.
Do
Sleep
Your best bet might be staying at a yurt at Lake Eufaula State Park (see above).
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