Early Atoka, Oklahoma
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Boggy Depot Cemetery
Adjoining Boggy Depot Townsite is the 1830s Middle Boggy Battlefield Site and Cemetery. The townsite and cemetery are listed on the National Register of Historic Places and on the Oklahoma's list of Oldest Historical Places.
Atoka, OK CemeteriesBoggy Depot Townsite
Prelude to a State Boggy Depot's contribution to Oklahoma outlasted all her structures, for it was the source of the state's name. Chief Allen Wright, principal chief of the Choctaw Nation, suggested the word "Oklahoma" (meaning "Red People") in 1866
Atoka, OK Historic TownsConfederate Cemetery
The "burying ground" was first used by emigrants traveling on the Butterfield Stage road who camped at a spring, which was later called "Harkins' Spring," just north of the Middle Boggy River (today known as the Muddy Boggy).
Atoka, OK CemeteriesHistoric Downtown
Take in some of Atoka's History by viewing the historic downtown buildings. 1901 Bank Building
Atoka, OK Historic DowntownsThings to do near Atoka, OK
Veteran's Memorial
The Veteran's Memorial standing on the front lawn of the Love County Courthouse is dedicated to all Love county veterans....
McGee Creek Fishing
McGee Creek Lake is a favorite destination for fishermen. It is well-stocked with all varieties of catfish, crappie, McGee Cr...
Ardmore City Lake
160 Acres Boat Ramp/Boat Dock Picnic Tables and Grill Pavillion Fishing piers Handicap Access Facilities ...
Lake Scott King
251 Acres Boat Ramp/Boat Dock Picnic Table Fishing Dock Handicap Access Facilities ...