The Turning Leaf Inn

Deep in the mountains of Southeastern Oklahoma is a mountain lake surrounded by national forests, state parks, clear running streams and the kind of solitude that has to be experienced to be truly appreciated. The best part is this wonderful outdoor experience is just a few hours drive from the Dallas - Fort Worth area, Tulsa and Oklahoma City!

Within 3 to 4 hours of leaving the congested big city rat race you'll be pulling off the freeway and begin climbing into the Kiamichi Mountains headed for Broken Bow Lake and the Beavers Bend State Park area. Soon you'll find over 14,000 acres of lake and 180 miles of shoreline to get lost in, all fed by the clean, clear running Mountain Fork River. A new lodging alternative is now open in the Beavers Bend area. The Turning Leaf Inn, a luxurious new bed & breakfast, offers the finest in log cabin style lodging with personalized service and convenience.

An elegant blend of rock and wood... a dining room table fit for a king... a luxurious great room with plush furniture and a friendly fireplace... a wide, restful back porch, perfect for star gazing in the hot tub or enjoying the beauty of the outdoors, a delicious breakfast served in your room, at the table, or out on the deck. And to top it all off, complimentary homemade desserts awaiting your arrival. The Turning Leaf Inn is lovely enough for a romantic getaway and large enough for group retreats or family get-togethers. So bring your special someone or your family and friends and be prepared for a splendid encounter with all the Turning Leaf Inn has to offer.

Located on four beautiful wooded acres, minutes from Broken Bow Lake and Beavers Bend State Park, the Turning Leaf Inn is one of the newest lodging alternatives in the area. Featuring two suites with king sized beds and a standard room with queen sized bed, the Turning Leaf Inn offers comfort and quiet unlike anything you've experienced.

"This is such a serene and beautiful place. We loved the decor of the suite, the wonderful food and your hospitality. We were so comfortable here that we vowed to come back at least every other month."
Guests from Texarkana, Texas

"What a beautiful escape from our daily hurried lives. So peaceful, so comforting, so needed. From the detailed decor to the relaxing back porch and all that lies in between...perfect!" Guests from Joliet, IL

Amenities:

Central Heat and Air ~ Wood burning fireplace (Great Room) ~ Games ~ Outdoor fire pit
Mini-Fridge & microwave in each room ~ Outdoor hot tub ~ Wireless Internet
Spacious back deck area ~ Luxurious great room/dining room ~ Private breakfast dining

This region of the beautiful Kiamichi Mountains is Oklahoma's best kept secret. Many people have no idea that Oklahoma contains this type of scenery and landscape, which is similar to the Ozark and Smoky Mountains of Arkansas, Missouri, and Tennessee.

Fly Fishing, Float Trips, Horseback Riding & More...

Fish for German Brown and Rainbow Trout, take an exciting canoe float trip down the lower Mountain Fork, go horseback riding or rent a jet ski or party barge. Ride a train, visit a museum or nature center. Your whole family will have fun!

The Beavers Bend area is home to great outdoor fun. Summers are best spent on the lake swimming and skiing or you can rent a jet ski or party barge.

Hiking ~ Fishing ~ Lake & River Sports

The fishing is outstanding with fly fishing on the Mountain Fork river for Rainbow or German Brown Trout. Guided trips are available. We have hiking trails and horseback riding and you can even ride a train! The David Boren Trail offers 16 miles of hiking trails with 4 miles of multi-purpose (mountain bike) trails that wander along ridge tops, over creek bottoms, and through tall stands of timber.

Museum & Nature Center

Our nature center offers a program that includes campfire programs on the banks of the Mountain Fork River, nature hikes, arts and crafts classes, water sports, bingo, sunset hikes, nature films, and astronomy outings.

The nearby Forest Heritage Center & Museum features historical documents, antique forestry tools, wood art, homestead memorabilia, and a research library filled with books, periodicals, and other materials pertaining to forestry.

Beautiful Cedar Creek Golf Course is only minutes away from Beavers Bend Getaways, and is located on the shores of Broken Bow Lake. Mini-golf and go cart rentals are available nearby as well.

The Inn is located approximately 12 miles north of Broken Bow, Oklahoma, west of Hwy. 259 on Lucian Sorrel Road.

Arriving from the South:
Take Hwy. 259 north (12 miles)out of Broken Bow to Lucian Sorrel Road. The last major landmark you'll see before Lucian Sorrel Road is a large green and white Beavers Bend Resort/Carson Creek Area sign on the right. Continue north on Hwy. 259 to Lucian Sorrel Road (if you go to the Whip-Poor-Will Cabins, you've gone too far). Turn left on Lucian Sorrel and follow the dirt road to the inn, which is located on the left side of the road. You'll see the sign. You can park in the area directly in front of the Inn.

Arriving from the North:
Follow Highway 259 to the Whip-Poor-Will Cabins (on the right). Continue past the Whip-Poor-Will Cabins to Lucian Sorrel Road (You'll pass Penner Road first, Lucian Sorrel is the second road to the right). Turn right on Lucian Sorrel and follow the dirt road to the inn, which is located on the left side of the road. You'll see the sign. You can park directly in front of the Inn.

Welcome to Broken Bow, Oklahoma!

Broken Bow is in McCurtain County in Southeast Oklahoma. We are the gateway city to Broken Bow Lake, Beavers Bend Resort Park, the Mountain Fork and Glover Rivers and the Ouachita National Forest.

Broken Bow, located at the foothills of the Kiamichi Mountains and home of the ever popular Beavers Bend Resort Park, welcomes visitors from near and far to enjoy the natural resources that have made Broken Bow thrive. This scenic area known for its luscious green forests and abundance of clear water provides a fun-filled environment for many popular outdoor activities such as canoeing, boating, hiking, bird watching, golfing, scuba diving, hunting, mountain biking, camping, horseback riding, four-wheeling, and all types of fishing.

Lakes & Rivers & Natural Areas
Broken Bow Lake has 180 miles of shoreline; it is one of Oklahoma's most scenic lakes. Whether you're fishing for trout in streams that are stocked year round or canoeing the rapids of the Lower Mountain Fork, there is an outdoor activity suited for all ages and seasons.

Museums of Culture & History
Culture and history are plentiful in Broken Bow with three museums each with its own unique subject to offer a rewarding learning experience. The Gardner Mansion and Museum is well-known for their collection of pre-historic and historic Indian and pioneer artifacts. The museum was originally a mansion built in 1884 for Jefferson Gardner who later went on to be the chief of the Choctaws Indians for several years. Also located outside the museum are the remains of a 2,000 year-old Cypress tree.

At the entrance to the Beavers Bend Resort Park lies the Beavers Bend Wildlife Museum. Not only does this museum feature wildlife exhibits but also environmental education, making it a true learning experience for all ages.

The Forest Heritage Center Museum is located within the Beavers Bend Resort Park. Through a series of 14 large dioramas, painted by famous Smokey Bear artist Harry Rossoll, visitors learn the important role forestry plays in their lives. The Forest Heritage Center is also home to another Harry Rossoll creation, Tree Bear, who was developed to encourage tree planting and spread the message "Good Things Come From Trees!" One of the museum's newest exhibits, "The People of the Forest," includes over 150 historic photographs illustrating early day logging in and around Broken Bow and the surrounding communities.

Peter Toth Totem Pole: This is one in a 50 state series of "Trail of Tears" sculptures by Hungarian artist, Peter Toth. Mr. Peter Wolf Toth came to Oklahoma to sculpt Oklahoma's Indian monuments. Mr. Toth's goal in life was to complete at least one sculpture in each of the fifty states. To date, he has done 67 monuments. All of his monuments are his own concept of the North American Indian and bear many similarities, except for certain characteristics, which pertain to the Indians of that region, such as feathers, headbands, or other decorations.

Talimena National Scenic Byway
The Talimena National Scenic Byway is a nationally recognized scenic drive with offering magnificent views from mountain tops in Eastern Oklahoma and Western Arkansas. You can access the Talimena Scenic Drive just north of the Broken Bow Area.

Excerpt taken from http://www.brokenbowchamber.com/