Why McAlester Is a Top Fishing, Hunting & Outdoor Rec Spot
Why McAlester Is a Top Fishing, Hunting & Outdoor Rec Spot
| McAlester, Oklahoma is a dream vacation for outdoor adventurers, along with Dallas and Tulsa residents looking for a weekend away. Largemouth bass, white crappie and bluegill are found in Lake McAlester, Lake Eufaula, Talawanda Lake and others, making McAlester the perfect spot for a weekend of family fishing. In the summer, families are also drawn to the shores of Lake Eufaula for sandy beaches and days of fun in the sun. “We get a lot of people stopping at our store to buy gear to go hunting and fishing. We’re right off 69 and see a lot of folks from Dallas and even St. Louis who are headed to Lake Eufaula, Robbers Cave, etc.” said Loan Dollins, owner of H.L.’s Sport Shop in McAlester. Deer, turkey and bear hunting are so popular here that hunters from throughout the country enter the lottery for hunting permits. With deer scores as high as 248 6/8 McAlester is where hunters come for abundant wildlife and the opportunity to become one of the state’s Cy Curtis award winners. Those who prefer to rappel down cliffs or ride ATVs head to Robbers Cave State Park - home to adventures since outlaws Jesse James and Belle Starr used it as a hideout. Rappellers, equestrians, hikers and nature lovers flock to the park to explore sandstone hills and cliffs, observe wildlife, ride ATVs, fish and enjoy nature. Outdoor recreation can take a more leisurely bend when cruising the Talimena National Scenic Byway spanning from East Oklahoma to West Arkansas through the Winding Stair Mountain. Talimena offers 50 miles of breathtaking views, stunning fall foliage and access to McAlester and other charming Oklahoma communities. |
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Stay in McAlester, Oklahoma
When coming to southeast Oklahoma for adventure stay in McAlester where you can enjoy outdoor recreation close to your hotel. The renowned Buffalo Run Pro Disc Golf Course, for example, draws national disc golfers (A and B Tiers) looking for competitive play. This beautiful course is on rolling hills with ponds, canals and creeks. After playing a round, venture through the 25-acre McAlester Arboretum for a peek at some of the most unique trees and plants in the US and more than 750 types of fauna. End your day at Puterbaugh Center's gardens where you can climb the rock steps leading down into trails lined with vibrant flowers or take a break in this serene, beautiful hideaway.
Shop in McAlester
H.L.’s Sport Shop has everything you need to enjoy outdoor recreation in and around McAlester. If you arrive and decide you want to spend a day hunting or fishing, stop by. With 25,000 square feet of retail space they have everything from archery and camping equipment to outdoor apparel and a boutique. “This is a true family business and we treat our customers like family. My dad started H.L.’s in 1973 and eventually my son will take over the business after graduating college,” said Loan. “The community has supported us for almost 50 years and tourists have come to depend on us for everything they need to enjoy a week of fun in Oklahoma.”
McAlester, Oklahoma Is the Perfect Weekend Getaway from Dallas and Tulsa
Near the big city but a world away, McAleseter offers endless hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities. But, that’s not all. McAlester is also home to Whispering Meadows Vineyards and Winery and Urban Wineworks, located in the heart of historic downtown McAlester, and Country Aire Estates Winery, where you can relax with a glass of wine while sitting around their cozy firepit. These wineries, along with fantastic restaurants and boutique shops, make McAlester a fun and relaxing destination for couples and groups looking to shop and sip wine after reeling in fish or spending a day searching for bears.
We have it all and that makes McAlester one of the most popular weekend getaway destinations for Dallas and Tulsa residents, along with hunters and fisherman from throughout the United States.
