With most of us still reeling from the economy and waiting for the rebound, we wonder if there is a vacation in our future, or if we will be keeping closer to home. The word staycation may not be in the dictionary, but it is certainly in the news … a lot!
Vacations are nice. It is fun and relaxing to go somewhere you’ve never been and seeing and doing new things. Most of us, however, have been to some great places but are ignorant of our own back yards. The Muskogee area, Green Country, Oklahoma and surrounding states all have fun things to do that will not break the bank.
In part 1, we will be exploring attractions in or near Muskogee.
Muskogee area:
- City Parks are great places for an afternoon outing. Bring a picnic lunch and watch the kids play or swim. For more information, see the Muskogee Parks website.
- River Country Water Park at the Love Hatbox Sports Complex will provide an afternoon of cool water fun. Adults can enjoy the water park as well by floating the lazy river. Lifeguards are on duty to keep everyone safe. For more information, see the Muskogee Parks website.
- Three Rivers Museum at the old Midland Valley Depot is a wonderful learning experience for the entire family. Exhibits show the development of Muskogee and its role in the Indian Territory and statehood. Adult admission is $3 and children are only $1.50.
- Ataloa Lodge Museum is located on the Bacone College Campus at 2299 Old Bacone Rd., This museum contains a vast privately-owned collection of Native American art.
- Five Civilized Tribes Museum contains exhibits on the art, history and culture of the Five Civilized Tribes housed at the historic Union Indian Agency Building at the top of Honor Heights Park.
- Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame and Museum. Oklahoma and Muskogee have a rich musical heritage that is celebrated each year at the induction ceremony.
- USS Batfish War Memorial Park Museum is Muskogee’s very own submarine. The USS Batfish sank three enemy subs and eleven other vessels during her commission. Located at the Port of Muskogee, visitors can tour the submarine and war park.
- Fort Gibson Historical Site was established in 1824, Fort Gibson served as a starting point for several military expeditions that explored the west and sought peace between the tribes in the region. Tour the fort and historical site for only $3 for adults and $1 for students. Seniors are $2.50 and children 5 and under are free.
- Fort Gibson National Cemetery is located in Muskogee County, one mile northeast of Fort Gibson, Okla. It is situated on land that was once part of the military reservation and is within the limits of the Cherokee Nation. Records indicate the area was probably called Ketona prior to 1824.
- Fort Gibson Lake is nearby to provide camping, boating and swimming activities for all. Sequoyah Bay State Park, Western Hills Guest Ranch and Sequoyah State Park and Corps of Engineers camping and sporting activities. Campsites are clean and accessible, bath houses are clean, and boat ramps are plentiful.
There’s plenty to do right around home and the best part is you don’t have to pay for a hotel room. However, if you are visiting Muskogee from out of town, we do have plenty of hotels to fit your needs and your budget.
Check back for Part 2 of this series where we will venture out a little further from Muskogee and see what’s there.
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