Okmulgee is one of America's most uncommon places. As you visit this richly historic community, you'll experience the unique and friendly atmosphere, which keeps visitors coming back year after year. Visit Okmulgee, the capital of the Muscogee Creek Indian Nation. Best Western Okmulgee Oklahoma.
Things to do in Okmulgee
Creek Council House Museum
This beautiful two-story museum provides exhibits on the culture and history of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation. It is also the recipient of a National Preservation Award and is listed as an historic site. Once the headquarters for the black (African/Creek Indian) Light horsemen and in 1937, Rufus Buck, a black Indian leader of an outlaw gang that terrorized the Creek Nation in the late 1800s, was detained here after his arrest. Open Tue -Sat 10am - 4:30pm. Call 918-756-2324 for more information.
106 W 6th Street., Okmulgee, OK 12345
Deep Fork National Wildlife Refuge
Established in 1993, the 9,000 acre refuge provides a habitat for waterfowl including mallard, blue-winged teal, shoveler, pintail and wood ducks. Approximately 85 percent of the refuge is bottomland hardwood forest. Wildlife observation, birding and photography are encouraged, while fishing and archery and muzzle loader deer hunts, and rabbit, squirrel and duck hunting is available. Call 918-756-0815 for more information.
Dripping Springs Lake & State Park
This is the 1st Trophy Bass Lake for the State of Oklahoma. Restroom and shower facilities are available in addition to a boat ramp, boat dock, fishing dock, picnic areas, grills, group shelter and drinking water. The shoreline length is 18 miles, and you will find 500 acres of land surrounding 1,050 water acres of lake. Open year-round. Call 918-756-5971 for more information.
16830 Dripping Spring, Okmulgee, OK 12345
Historic Downtown Okmulgee
Discover the 20-block downtown district that has been designated as a National Historic District by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Since the inception of the Main Street Program in 1986, more than $13 million in private reinvestment has taken place in downtown Okmulgee. The area has come back to life, with a unique stretch of historic architecture dating from the early 1900s. While you're downtown, browse in a variety of retail and antique shops, and visit quaint eateries with good old-fashioned homestyle cooking.
Okmulgee Country Club (semi-private)
1400 S Mission St, Okmulgee, OK 12345
Okmulgee Lake & State Park
Recreation opportunities include picnicking, swimming, fishing, hiking, boating and water sports on Okmulgee Lake. Facilities offered include group shelters, electric and water hookups, comfort stations, sanitary waste stations, lighted boat ramps, an accessible fishing dock, designated swimming areas, playgrounds, and a 3 mile hiking trail. Call 918-756-5971 for more information.
Dripping Springs State Park and Dripping Springs Lake., Okmulgee, OK 12345
Orpheum Theatre
A visit to this 1921 vaudeville/movie house is worth it! Open daily and tours are available by appointment. Call 918-756-2270 for more information.
210 W 7th., Okmulgee, OK 12345