Checotah / Lake Eufaula West KOA

The Great Outdoors

Ozark National Forest is one of the main natural attractions in the area, located about 90 minutes' drive east when you're camping at Checotah / Lake Eufaula West KOA. Covering over 1.2 million acres of land, this forest offers some of the most incredible views in North America, with a lot of outdoor recreational opportunities like camping, hiking, swimming, fishing, hunting, boating, scenic drives, picnics sites, and wildlife viewing. When visiting the forest, you can also visit Blanchard Springs Caverns, one of the most spectacular caves in the world. Ozark National Forest is a haven for hikers, with over 400 miles of spectacular all-purpose trails.Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge is nestled on the shore of the Robert S. Kerr Reservoir, formed off the Arkansas River. Over 20,000 acres of land are protected habitat to many endangered species and migratory birds. Here you can see eagles, gadwall, pintail, teal, wigeon, shoveler, and wood ducks, among over 250 other species living in the refuge. This park is also an important habitat to many reptiles, fish, and mammals, like white-tailed deer, fox squirrels, beaver, swamp rabbits, raccoons, and coyotes. This place is incredible for anyone who likes wildlife, bird watching, and photography. Spend a nice day walking and relaxing surrounded by unique nature when you head here with the Checotah camper rental.Ouachita National Forest is another gorgeous forest in the region, where you will find some incredibly scenic views and beautiful nature. This forest covers over 1.8 million acres of woods, with the primary purpose being timber and wood production. Other important roles of the forest are watershed protection and improvement, providing habitat to wildlife and fish species, and outdoor recreation. Some of the most popular activities here are hiking, biking, camping, fishing, and hunting. You can also enjoy horseback riding, nature viewing, scenic driving, and water activities.

Exploring the City

When camping at Checotah / Lake Eufaula West KOA, you can visit lots of excellent attractions, all within about an hour’s drive. The National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum is interesting to adults as well as to kids. Here you can learn all about Western history, art, and culture. Some of the exhibits here include Prix de West, Traditional Cowboy Art, and many more. They also feature collections in their galleries, including American Rodeo, American Cowboy, Native American, Museum of the Frontier, and more.When in Oklahoma City, you can also visit the incredibly peaceful and calming Myriad Botanical Gardens. These beautiful gardens offer art and educational programs, as well as tours for groups and individuals. Here you can also enjoy music concerts and other events, mostly scheduled in the evening. The gardens are a great place for a walk, a relaxing day, or even a special occasion; stop by this tranquil space when exploring the area with a camper rental.Even closer in Tulsa, you can also visit interesting museums and find a lot to see and do. Tulsa Air and Space Museum & Planetarium is one of the most unique locations and attracts many visitors year-round. See one of the shows, including a planetarium, aircraft, or space show. Here you can see fascinating planes, including a Spartan Executive Model 12, Grumman F14-A Tomcat, Rockwell Ranger 2000, and more. For kids, there are numerous science and technology programs that will teach them in a very engaging way.