Pushmataha County offers a glimpse of forest landscapes, waterways, and history. Most of the county lies in the Ouachita Mountains physiographic region. The rivers that drain it include the Kiamichi River. Honobia Creek WMA combines pine and hardwood forests with fishing opportunities in the Little River and in ponds.
Forests, waterways, and fishing opportunities
Honobia Creek WMA covers 78,997.94 acres in Pushmataha, Leflore, and McCurtain Counties in southeastern Oklahoma. Pine and hardwood forests shape the mix of tree species. Fishing opportunities are available in the Little River and in ponds within the area. Forests and fishing are therefore part of the same landscape here, without requiring a specific itinerary or route.
The Pushmataha WMA in the northern part of the county is defined by a different scale and focus: it covers 19,247 acres and includes a walk-in turkey hunting area of more than 6,000 acres. By comparison, Honobia Creek WMA is characterized primarily by its forest composition and fishing opportunities. Comparing the areas highlights two distinct facets of the region’s nature-related attractions: a large forest area spanning several counties and a management area in the northern part of the county with a specifically designated hunting area.
Nanih Waiya has two boat ramps, fishing piers, and primitive camping facilities. Various fish species are found there, including longnose gar and bowfin. For your visit, it is advisable to check the condition of the facilities before you travel.
History in buildings and exhibits
The Kiamichi Fish Weir Site is a stone fish weir dating to the Late Archaic period. It stands as an archaeological record alongside the region’s later historic buildings and museums. The Tvshkahomma Capitol Museum is housed in the historic Choctaw Capitol Building, originally built in 1884. The museum grounds include sculptures, outdoor exhibits, and trails with educational displays. Inside, exhibits cover several periods in the history of the Choctaw Nation.
The Pushmataha County Historical Society Museum is also connected with a historic building: it is located in the former Frisco Depot. Its notable exhibits include a large-format wall map from the early 20th century. It marks villages, schools, and railway stations that have since disappeared. The map offers a concrete glimpse of how the area’s places and institutions have changed over time.
Wildlife, events, and overnight stays
In Antlers, the Wildlife Heritage Center Museum is housed in a log cabin. It serves as an information and education center for wildlife. In the adjacent enclosures, visitors can feed the white-tailed deer living there. If you plan a visit, check visitor guidelines in advance.
Events add their own character: the Choctaw Nation Labor Day Festival has been held for many years over Labor Day weekend on the grounds of the Choctaw Capitol. If you would like to plan your trip around it, check the event dates. The Deer Festival & Outdoor Show in Antlers is a wildlife-themed festival that includes a chili cook-off. Both events bring together a shared interest in regional experiences, while focusing on very different things.
For overnight accommodations, K River Campground near Antlers offers treehouses, glamping tents, cabins, and campsites. These specific lodging options complement the nature and cultural themes of trip planning. You can discover Pushmataha County through its forests, historic sites, wildlife, and events, with your choice of accommodations as a practical part of planning your own trip.
Discover more destinations: Antlers, Pottawatomie County, Payne, Okfuskee County, Choctaw, Washita County, Cimarron County, Grady County.
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