Okemah, Oklahoma travel guide: things to do, food & where to stay

Overview

Okemah is a town in the Frontier Country region of Oklahoma and the birthplace of "This Land Is Your Land" renowned singer Woody Guthrie.

2 sights · 1 things to do · 1 places to eat · 1 places to stay

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Best things about Okemah

Woody Guthrie's Childhood Home

The home is gone, but there is a tree trunk-like memorial commemorating the site. Also try the Woody Guthrie mural and statue on Broadway about a block east of the Okfuskee County Historical Museum.

Okfuskee County Historical Museum

This is a 1926 Masonic temple. It now contains the history of the county and an early days schoolroom display.

Okemah Lake

Boating and swimming.

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 — 58 mi away (major hub). Directions
SWO Stillwater Regional Airport, Stillwater — 67 mi away. Directions

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 Woody Guthrie's Childhood Home, Okfuskee County Historical Museum
Lunch Ali's Place II
Afternoon Okemah Lake

Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.

Food for you

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What to ask about, for your diet

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See

See Woody Guthrie's Childhood Home

The home is gone, but there is a tree trunk-like memorial commemorating the site. Also try the Woody Guthrie mural and statue on Broadway about a block east of the Okfuskee County Historical Museum.

SW corner of W Birch St and, S 1st St⚠ Last checked Sep 2021 — confirm before you go

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