Overview
Durant is in the Chickasaw Country region of Oklahoma. Teddy and Eleanor Roosevelt once spoke here, even though it was a sundown town. It gained impetus through the railroad and eventually became a major commerce area for the Choctaw Tribe, with their casino and other investments.
2 sights · 1 things to do
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Best things about Durant
Three Valley Museum
Some little things like a horse and buggy and a tractor for peanut farming.
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Choctaw Casino Resort
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Feb–May, Oct–Nov. Summer highs reach about 97°F; winter lows dip to about 38°F. Very hot (Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: Oct and May. (climate data from nearby Dallas)
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.
- DAL Dallas Love Field, Dallas — 84 mi away (major hub). Directions
- DFW Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, Dallas-Fort Worth — 85 mi away (major hub). Directions
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 Three Valley Museum, Southeastern Oklahoma State University
- Afternoon Choctaw Casino Resort
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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Photos
Map
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See
- World's Largest Peanut Monument, 201 N 3rd Ave, disputed biggest-sized peanut statue, to pay respect to the lowly peanut farmer.
Do
Sleep
The Choctaw Casino Resort is definitely a principal place of lodging here, with its hotel tower and irregularly shaped pool surrounded by caves and bridges, its dining options and gaming.
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