Beavers Bend State Park · Broken Bow, OK
Cabin Rentals Near Beavers Bend State Park
Beavers Bend State Park is the wilderness anchor of southeastern Oklahoma — about 3,500 acres of protected Ouachita forest, the cold-running Mountain Fork River, and trail access that turns a weekend cabin trip into a real outdoor experience. Every Sababa Homes cabin in Broken Bow sits within roughly a 5–15 minute drive of the park, which means a typical day looks like: coffee on the deck, hiking by 9, lunch back at the cabin, hot tub by sunset.
From Dallas
3–3.5 hr
~195 mi
From Fort Worth
4 hr
~225 mi
From Oklahoma City
4 hr
~260 mi
From Tulsa
3.5–4 hr
~225 mi
Approximate drive times without traffic.
5–15 minutes from every Sababa Homes cabin in Broken Bow.
About Beavers Bend State Park
What you should know
The park itself is older than most of its visitors realize. It was established in 1937 and named for John T. Beavers, a Choctaw settler who owned some of the land, and for the sharp bend the Mountain Fork River makes here. The river runs cold all year because it is a tailwater from Broken Bow Dam, and it supports a year-round trout fishery that is genuinely respected among Oklahoma anglers. The Forest Heritage Center inside the park is a small but well-curated museum on the regional logging and forestry history; it makes for an easy rainy-day stop. Hiking ranges from the short, family-friendly Cedar Bluff Nature Trail to the roughly 26-mile David L. Boren Hiking Trail system for serious backcountry days. Paddling on the river and swimming in Broken Bow Lake round out the standard summer itinerary, and fall color from late October into mid-November is the peak draw.
Inside the park
Beavers Bend at a glance
Beavers Bend is about 3,500 acres of pine forest along the Mountain Fork River and Broken Bow Lake, and most trips split their time between the water and the trails. There is no per-person entry fee, but every vehicle needs an Oklahoma State Parks parking pass.
On the water
The Mountain Fork River
The river runs cold below Broken Bow Dam and bends sharply through the park. Trout are stocked year-round, and there are two catch-and-release trophy areas.
Broken Bow Lake
A 14,000-acre reservoir with the park marina for boat rentals and Beavers Bend Lodge on the shore. The coves are clear enough for swimming in summer.
The Hochatown area
The former Hochatown State Park became part of Beavers Bend in 2017. It covers camping and boating areas on Broken Bow Lake.
On land
The David L. Boren trail system
About 26 miles of color-marked trails, from the easy 1-mile Cedar Bluff Nature Trail to Skyline Trail, the longest section at more than 5 miles.
Forest Heritage Center
A free museum on the region's forests and logging history, with 14 large dioramas by Smokey Bear artist Harry Rossoll. A 3-mile loop hike starts from its parking lot.
Cedar Creek Golf Course
An 18-hole course inside the park. A good option for part of the group while the rest hike or paddle.
Things to do
How to spend your time
Hike the David L. Boren Trail
Pick the section that fits your day. Lookout Mountain Trail is about 1.5 miles with a hard climb, and Skyline Trail runs more than 5 miles with creek crossings and steep grades. Trailheads are inside the park.
Walk the Cedar Bluff Nature Trail
An easy 1-mile loop beside the Mountain Fork River. The best first hike in the park, and short enough for kids.
Fly fish the Mountain Fork River
Tailwater trout fishery that runs cold year-round. Wading is excellent below Broken Bow Dam; guided trips are easy to arrange in Hochatown.
Kayak or paddleboard Broken Bow Lake
Crystal-clear water, quiet coves, and rentals available at the marina. Sunset paddles are a Broken Bow tradition.
Float the Mountain Fork
Outfitters in Hochatown rent kayaks and run shuttles for easy floats on the river below the dam. Plan on a half day.
Where to stay nearby
Compare cabins near Beavers Bend
All five cabins are roughly 5 to 15 minutes from the park, so the choice comes down to group size: Ace High, Dogwood Days and Mount Mirabelle each sleep 4, Conchito Cowboy sleeps 14, and The Ocho sleeps 18.
| Cabin | Sleeps | Bedrooms | Baths | Game room | From / night |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Ocho | 18 | 8 | 5 | Yes | $695 |
| Conchito Cowboy | 14 | 4 | 3 | No | $425 |
| Mount Mirabelle | 4 | 1 | 1 | No | $215 |
| Ace High | 4 | 1 | 1 | No | $195 |
| Dogwood Days | 4 | 1 | 1 | No | $185 |
Which cabin for which trip
A hiking weekend for two
Ace High, Dogwood Days or Mount Mirabelle
One bedroom, room for up to 4, and a private hot tub for tired legs after the trail. Dogwood Days has trails nearby.
Families and friend groups
Sleeps 14 in 4 bedrooms with 3 bathrooms, a large deck and outdoor games, so everyone has room after a day on the river.
Reunions and big groups
Sleeps 18 in 8 bedrooms with 5 bathrooms, plus a game room, an outdoor bar and a movie projector for rainy park days.
Broken Bow, OK
Conchito Cowboy
Broken Bow, OK
Mount Mirabelle
Broken Bow, OK
The Ocho
Broken Bow, OK
Ace High
Broken Bow, OK
Dogwood Days
Common questions
Beavers Bend State Park FAQ
How close are Sababa Homes cabins to Beavers Bend State Park?
Every Sababa Homes cabin in Broken Bow is roughly 5 to 15 minutes by car from Beavers Bend State Park. All five are in Hochatown, the small town just north of the park, so the trails, the river and the Hochatown restaurants are all a short drive away.
Is there a fee to enter Beavers Bend State Park?
There is no per-person entry fee, but every vehicle in Beavers Bend needs an Oklahoma State Parks parking pass. A day pass has been $10 for out-of-state plates and $8 for Oklahoma plates, multi-day and annual passes are also sold, and Oklahoma residents 62 and older can get a free pass. Check TravelOK for current rates before you go.
What are the best hikes in Beavers Bend State Park?
Good first hikes in Beavers Bend are the Cedar Bluff Nature Trail, Lookout Mountain Trail and Skyline Trail, in that order of difficulty. Cedar Bluff is an easy 1-mile loop beside the Mountain Fork River, Lookout Mountain is about 1.5 miles with a steep climb, and Skyline is the longest section of the David L. Boren Hiking Trail system at more than 5 miles. The full Boren system covers about 26 miles.
Can you fish for trout at Beavers Bend?
Yes. The Mountain Fork River below Broken Bow Dam is stocked with trout year-round, and the park has two catch-and-release trophy areas. Because the river is a tailwater, it stays cold even in summer, and guided wade trips are easy to book in Hochatown.
When is fall foliage at its peak at Beavers Bend?
Fall color at Beavers Bend usually peaks between late October and mid-November, most often in the first half of November. The hardwoods mixed into the pines turn red, orange and gold. Timing shifts by a week or more each year with rainfall and temperatures, so check a live foliage tracker before you travel.
How far is Beavers Bend State Park from Dallas, Oklahoma City and Tulsa?
Beavers Bend State Park is about 3 to 3.5 hours from Dallas (roughly 195 miles), about 4 hours from Fort Worth and Oklahoma City, and 3.5 to 4 hours from Tulsa. These are typical drive times without traffic.
Plan your trip
Stay close to Beavers Bend State Park
Pair a Beavers Bend trip with a stay at any Sababa Homes Broken Bow cabin — Ace High and Dogwood Days for couples, Mount Mirabelle for the higher-end intimate stay, Conchito Cowboy for groups up to 14, or The Ocho for groups up to 18. All are private, all include hot tubs and fire pits, and all book direct with no Airbnb fees.