Overview
Okmulgee is in the Green Country region of Oklahoma.
2 sights · 2 things to do · 1 places to eat · 1 places to stay
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Best things about Okmulgee
Creek Nation Council House
The Creek Nation Council House dates from Indian Territory days and was used until just before Statehood. Some of the many artifacts contained within its walls include a collection of unique and exquisite Creek tribal ob…
Street signs in the Muskogee language
Downtown area street signs are in both Muskogee and English. Most people under 40 can speak English, as it's taught in school, but if you're speaking to anyone older you may need to learn a few useful Muskogee phrases to…
The Orpheum Theater
See a Movie at The Orpheum Theatre. It opened in 1920 and still shows movies to this day.
Okmulgee Lake & Recreation Area
Besides providing water recreation, Okmulgee Lake has an intense waterfall at times pouring over its spillway. There's also a southern extension to it called Dripping Springs Lake.
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 — 40 mi away (major hub). Directions
- SWO Stillwater Regional Airport, Stillwater — 73 mi away. 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 Creek Nation Council House, Street signs in the Muskogee language
- Lunch Subway
- Afternoon The Orpheum Theater, Okmulgee Lake & Recreation Area
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
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See
See Creek Nation Council House
The Creek Nation Council House dates from Indian Territory days and was used until just before Statehood. Some of the many artifacts contained within its walls include a collection of unique and exquisite Creek tribal objects as well as medallions from various leaders (including one from King George III). Well worth the trek down The Okmulgee Beeline for a tour.
See Street signs in the Muskogee language
Downtown area street signs are in both Muskogee and English. Most people under 40 can speak English, as it's taught in school, but if you're speaking to anyone older you may need to learn a few useful Muskogee phrases to get around.
Do
Do The Orpheum Theater
See a Movie at The Orpheum Theatre. It opened in 1920 and still shows movies to this day.
Buy
Eat
Eat Subway
Well-known eatery in which you can order a six-inch or foot-long "submarine" sandwich with the toppings of your choice. The bread is made fresh in-store and everything else comes in bags from a semi.
Sleep
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