Atoka, Oklahoma
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15miles Southeast of Atoka
McGee Creek Reservoir is located about 15 miles southeast of the city of Atoka in one of the state'... continue
4miles North of Atoka((In General)) Atoka Reservoir is located in Atoka County, Oklahoma. It has over 5,000 surface acres of water and 70 miles of shoreline. It is 15... continue
Attractions and Upcoming Events
Butterfield Stage Line
Standing at the forefront of the old Butterfield road imagine the stage coach hustling along the old wooden fence line up the well-ridden ruts that are still visible today and coming to an abrupt halt at the rest stop. The Butterfield Overland Mail route directed its route to Boggy Depot in 1858
Atoka, OK Railroad History
Confederate 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 Cemeteries
Confederate Memorial Museum and Cemetery
The museum offers a unique look into the varied history of southeastern Oklahoma. From pre-historic bones, the Choctaw Trail of Tears and a stop on the Butterfield Stage Line, to homegrown talents Reba McEntire and the late Lane Frost, the museum and it'
Atoka, OK Museums
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 Cemeteries
Boggy 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 Towns
Things to do near Atoka, OK
McGee Creek Fishing
McGee Creek Lake is a favorite destination for fishermen. It is well-stocked with all varieties of catfish, crappie, McGee Cr...
Ada Arts and Heritage Center
The Ada Arts & Heritage Center presents rotating exhibits featuring local, regional and national artists. It it also proud of...
Lake Jean Neustadt
462 Acres Boat Ramp/Boat Dock Restrooms 8 picnic Tables & Grills Fishing Dock Handicap Access Facilities ...
Lakeview Golf Club
Ardmore's 18-hole, public municipal golf course. ...