Hiking: Reconnect with Nature & Enjoy the Scenery

Guided Tours:

2 Lost Girls

(580) 306-1840

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Hiking Trails:

Recommend downloading the AllTrails App prior to hiking

David Boren Hiking Trail (DBHT):
12 Mile / Out & Back / Difficult / Varied Terrain
The David Boren Trail offers 12 miles of hiking trails of varying difficulty throughout Beavers Bend State Park. DBHT can be accessed from four different trailheads, allowing for shorter hikes. The Trail is intended to be hiked from South to North consisting of four trails; South Park Trail, Beaver Creek Trail, Deer Crossing Trail, and finishing at Cedar Bluff Nature Trail. If you are hiking the trail, be aware the trail does not loop to the starting point. Overall, this is one of the best hiking trails in Broken Bow, Oklahoma.

The David Boren Trail meanders through forests of native hardwood trees and towering pines across creek beds and up to ridge tops offering breathtaking views of Broken Bow Lake and other gorgeous vistas. You begin near Acorn Campground at the south end of Beavers Bend State Park at South Park trailhead and the trail continues north toward Broken Bow Lake connecting with Beaver Creek Nature Trail, full of steep terrain. On past the Deer Crossing trailhead for two miles with some climbs then that leads to Cedar Bluff Natural Trail for one mile to finish up The David Boren Trail.

Friends Trail
1.5 mile / Loop / Moderate / Moderate Terrain
Friends Trails has a nice parking lot near the trail head. There are some steep climbs during the trail. Portions of the trails run next to the Lower Mt Fork River with gorgeous views and perfect spot to admire nature. The trail is the newest in Beavers Bend State Park and well marked. It has become one of the most popular trails here.

South Park (DBHT)
1 mile / One Way / Easy / Minimal Terrain
South Park starts just south of Acorn & Cypress Campground. The trail is an easy hike to the Beaver Creek with some hills at the Southern end of Beavers Bend Park.

Beaver Creek Trail (DBHT)
1 Mile / Out & Back / Easy / Minimal Terrain
The trail can be started by the Nature Center near the Civilian Conservation Corp monument or off of the Forest Heritage Tree Trail (by the Forest Heritage Center Museum’s Indian sculpture) which runs parallel to a portion of Beaver Creek Trail. The trail will follow Beaver Creek until it intersects with South Park Trail. The trail is marked with red on white tree blazes and is mostly flat.

Deer Crossing Trail (DBHT)
3.9 miles / Out & Back / Moderate / Moderate Terrain
The trail has some decent climbs with several creek crossings. The southern trailhead is located on the north side of 259a. Deer Crossing Trail also connects Lookout Mountain Trail with Cedar Bluff Nature Trail.

Cedar Bluff Nature Trail (DBHT)
1 mile / Loop / Moderate / Minimal Terrain
Cedar Bluff starts across from Dogwood Campground and near the miniature golf & kayak rentals on Lower Mountain Fork River. The trail is a fairly easy walk past Mountain Fork River with about 200ft of total elevations. Those elevations will give you pretty views of the river. Follow the blue tree blazes to stay on Cedar Bluff Nature Trail. Deer Crossing & Skyline Trail also intersects which are marked with red tree blazes.

Pine Ridge Nature Trail
¾ mile / Loop / Easy / Minimal Terrain
Pine Ridge Trail starts across from the tennis courts which are north of Cypress Campgrounds. The trail takes you through a lowland forest with minimal elevations. Expect wildlife, open trails, and an easy shaded walk.

Forest Heritage Tree Trail
1.6 mile / Loop / Easy / Minimal Terrain
The trail starts at the Forest Heritage Center and take you along Beaver Creek, over a covered bridge and loops back to the Forest Heritage Center. This is relaxing walk with some varying elevation but easy for families and dogs. Keep an eye out for wooden signs that say “Trail”. The hiking trails are marked with white paint on the trees.

Lookout Mountain Trail
1.9 miles / Loop / Moderate / Moderate Terrain
Lookout Mountain starts on the South side of 259a and has some moderate climbs amongst the pine trees & hard woods that open up to some nice vistas, but no true ‘lookout’. You should expect some rocky terrain and narrow trails at times. This trail can be a combined to create a 3 mile loop: Lookout Mountain Trail > Beavers Creek Trail, Lookout Mountain Trail and back to the Forest Heritage Center Museum.

Lakeview Lodge Trail*
3.5 miles / Loop / Moderate / Minimal Terrain [*not noted on Beavers Bend Trail Map due to location]
The trail starts at Lakeview Lodge on Broken Bow Lake near the children’s playground with ample parking. Lakeview Lodge Trail is comprised of three loops. The trail is meant to be followed in a clockwise direction. The trail is self-guided and half of the trail is along the edge of the lake with good views and varied terrain. Expect beautiful pine trees, beautiful views of the lake and maybe some wildlife. This trail can also be mountain biked.

Skyline Trail
10 miles / One Way / Difficult / Steep Terrain
Skyline Trail is one of most difficult hiking trails in Broken Bow and recommended for experienced hikers only. Head to the Beaver Lodge Trail trailhead on 259a, north of Mountain Fork River. Skyline Trail uses Beaver Lodge Trail for ½ mile heading northwest to the Skyline Trail trailhead. Follow the red tree blazes that line the trail. Cross over the wooden bridge to a steep uphill climb, then travel down the gravel road where the trail exits to the left. Three miles in, you cross Bee Creek three times then on to a steep climb. After six miles, you come to an overlook and the intersection of Cedar Bluff Nature Trial on your left. Too make this a loop, you will have to take this trail to the trailhead on 259a and then walk north along the road for 1 ½ miles back to the trailhead parking at Beaver Lodge Trail trailhead. This is one of the best hikes in Broken Bow that show off the Lower Mountain Fork River. Expect hills, water crossings and a mostly shaded hike with views of small waterfalls on Bee Creek.
Bestoklahomatrails.com created a map of Skyline Trail in Beavers Bend. The trail line is not precise, but gives you an idea of the flow of the trail.

3 Mile Loop #1 Idea:
3 Miles / Loop / Moderate / Moderate Terrain
From the Nature Center, go south on Beavers Creek to Lookout Mountain and back east to the Forest Heritage Center Museum.

3 Mile Loop #2 Idea:
3 miles / Loop / Moderate / Moderate Terrain
From the Forest Nature Center, go south on Beavers Creek Trail then east on South Park Trail and then back up north on the park road to the Forest Nature Center.

Fishing: Reconnect with Nature & Enjoy the Scenery

Broken Bow Lake

Broken Bow Lake is located in Beavers Bend State Park. Covering over 14,000 surface acres, the water is clear and fresh, which is great for swimming and of course.......fishing!

The park is located near the bustling town center of Hochatown off of 259A. In Hochatown, you can dine in a number of wonderful family restaurants after a full day of fishing on the water.

There are many places in town and in Beavers bend Park to rent a variety of boats, such as kayaks and canoes. You can opt for a simple camping trip by the water in the park, or you can level up and rent a classic or luxury cabin to make memories with your family and friends.

Broken Bow Lake is the best place to go fishing near Hochatown. Please visit their website for more information at brokenbowlake.org.

Fly Fishing

Beaver’s Bend fly fishing is a fantastic activity to relax and unwind. A special area of Broken Bow Lake that offers the best fish spots for fly fishing is called the four-mile trophy section. This area is special because boats are not allowed in this designated area. This area of the lake also restricts barbed hooks.

Fishing Guide Services

If you want the inside track to some of the best spots for various types of fishing, join one of our many guided tours offered.

Here are some of the best fishing guides that Hochatown has to offer!

Beavers Bend Fly Fishing and Conventional Fishing Guide Service

Beavers Bend Fly Fishing Guide Service™ is your source for fly fishing the Lower Mountain Fork River and the surrounding area. With 6 professional guides to serve our clients we can accommodate anyone from 1 angler to any size group.
At Beavers Bend Fly Fishing Guide Service™ and Beavers Bend Outfitters our focus is fly fishing. We have spent years developing flies and streamers for our fishing guide service specific for the seasons on the Lower Mountain Fork River.
We offer wade in or drift boat fishing guide trips. Visit our Services Page for lists and pricing.

For fly fishing trips, you need to contact the guides for their pricing information. You can do that here:

Visit the Beavers Bend Fly Fishing and Conventional Fishing Guide Service Website

Call 580-583-4412

Bob’s Guide Services

Bob’s Guide Services offers guide spin & fly fishing services on Broken Bow Lake and Mountain Fork River. Bob’s is great for family tours and for bringing the little ones out on the lake!

Licensed & Insured
1/2 Day and Full Day Trips
Open 4 am to 8 pm • 7 days a week for booking

1 2 3 4 hr trips available.
Pets welcome. Private groups. No mixing.

Book your trip here today:

Visit the bobsguideservices.com

Call 580-306-9376

Broken Bow Lake Guide Service

Bryce Archey, the owner and operator of Broken Bow Lake Guide Service, uses his 25 years of fishing guide expertise at Broken Bow lake to provide custom fishing trips for his clients.

Bryce can help you fish for walleye, spotted bass, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, and white bass. He learned to fish and explore Broken Bow Lake with his father.

Broken Bow Lake Guide Service offers competitive prices.

Book a trip with this friendly and experienced guide here:

Visit the Broken Bow Lake Guide Website

Call 870-582-4561

Huffman’s Guide Service

If you are looking for personal service, great fishing experience, and a memorable trip, you have come to the right place. Whether you are a novice fisherman wanting to learn how to catch fish, or an avid fisherman looking to learn something new. Huffman’s Guide Service you will get the attention and personal service that you will come to expect and enjoy. Whatever your experience level, Huffman’s Guide Service can guarantee that we will show you a good time on the lake! Huffman’s Guide Service offers the best in guided crappie fishing using a variety of simple techniques all involving live bait.
Huffman’s Guide Service also offers guided fishing trips for all 3 Bass species that Broken Bow Lake offers. (Largemouth, Smallmouth, and Spotted/Kentucky Bass), as well as White Bass/Sandbass, and Walleye (seasonal). Huffman’s Guide Service targets these fish using tactics such as coldwater, topwater, swimbait, wormbait, crankbait, drop shot, spinner bait, and site (bedded) fishing. Huffman’s Guide Service is officially licensed by the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation, and Scott has been fishing Broken Bow Lake for over 20 years. Let us put together a memorable trip for you today!

If you’d like to book a guided fishing trip with Steve, you can contact him here:

Visit the Huffman’s Guide Service Website

Call 580-236-9376

Mountain Fork Outfitters

If you're searching for things to do in Hochatown or Broken Bow, OK, look no further than Mountain Fork Outfitters Trout Fishing Guide. We provide guided trout fishing tours in the beautiful Beavers Bend State Park. Whether you want to hone your angling skills or try fishing for the first time, we can take you to the best fishing spots around.

The next time you're looking for things to do in Hochatown or Broken Bow, OK, consider going on a fishing excursion. You'll appreciate these perks of choosing Mountain Fork Outfitters Trout Fishing Guide as your fishing guide:

We supply all the gear you'll need

We can clean and fillet your trout

We know the park inside and out

We can show you all of the best fishing methods

Bring your kids, grandparents, brothers and sisters along for a fishing trip they'll never forget. And as a reminder, you'll need an Oklahoma fishing license if you're 16 years old or older.

Visit the Mountain Fork Outfitters Website

Call 580-306-6966

Rudy’s Guide Service

Contact the reliable Rudy’s Guide Service for guided crappie and bass fishing trips. Their services are offered year-round, and you can be sure you’ll get your money’s worth. If you don’t catch any fish on your trip, you don’t have to pay!

All rods & tackle provided free of charge

By request, closed face reels are available for kids

All you need to bring is a camera, food & beverages

A valid Oklahoma fishing license is required

We specialize in all bass species - large mouth, small mouth, spotted & sand bass plus crappie.

Visit the Rudy’s Guide Services Website

Call 580-306-2838

Fish In Hohchatown

Broken Bow Lake and its rivers and tributaries are filled with a diverse range of fish species that you can catch.

There are a few species of trout:

Rainbow trout

Brook trout

You can fish for crappies, channel catfish, and walleye at the right time of year.

There’s also a large number of bass species:

Largemouth bass

Smallmouth bass

Spotted bass

White bass

Bait Shops

Here are the best-recommended bait shops in and around Hochatown! They provide you with anything you need to get those fish biting, no matter what fish you’re trying to catch.

Three Rivers Fly Shop

Visit the Three Rovers Fly Shop Facebook Page

Call 580-494-6115

Beavers Bend Fly Shop

Visit the Beavers Bend Fly Shop Facebook Page

Call 580-494-6071

Hookers Live Bait Fire and Ice

Visit the Hookers Live Bait Fire and Ice Facebook Page

Call 580-236-4784

Lakeway Bait and Tackle

Visit the Lakeway Bait and Tackle Facebook Page

Call 662-294-0763

Best Fishing Season

With our variety of fish available, every season is the best fishing season in Hochatown!

If you want to save money on cabin rentals and take your trip during the winter, you won’t have to sacrifice your fishing trip. Not only is quieter in Hochatown, February is the perfect time to fish for Walleye in the Broken Bow Reservoir. During this month, the Walleye migrate from the upper Mountain Fork River and into the lake.

Rainbow trout and many species of bass are available all year, so you can truly take your vacation whenever you please. If you want to go during the summer, for any major holidays, or spring break, make sure to book your cabin early before they’re all reserved!

Fishing Regulations

visitmccurtaincounty.com

AREA 1

(from the Broken Bow Reservoir Spillway downstream to the Old State Park Dam):

Barbless Hooks Only

Use of bait is permitted

Parking pass at Beavers Bend State Park is required

Rainbow trout

Daily limit: Three; only one may be 25 inches or longer. Counts toward the total daily limit of three rainbow trout for the entire Lower Mountain Fork River Trout Area.

Brown trout

Daily limit: One; must be 30 inches or longer. Possession of any brown trout less than 30 inches is prohibited. Counts toward the total daily limit of one brown trout for the entire Lower Mountain Fork River Trout Area.

AREA 2

(from the Old State Park Dam downstream to the U.S. 70 Highway Bridge):

Barbless Hooks Only

Use of bait is permitted

Rainbow trout

Daily limit: One; must be 25 inches or longer. Possession of any rainbow trout less than 25 inches is prohibited in this area. Counts toward the total daily limit of three rainbow trout for the entire Lower Mountain Fork River Trout Area.

Brown trout

Daily limit: One; must be 30 inches or longer. Possession of any brown trout less than 30 inches is prohibited. Counts toward the total daily limit of one brown trout for the entire Lower Mountain Fork River Trout Area.

Don’t Forget Your Fishing License

In order to fish in the state of Oklahoma, you must purchase a fishing license. Prices range from $5 a year for youth fishing to $225 for a lifetime fishing license. You can purchase a fishing license at a local convenience store or Walmart in Broken Bow!

Need to purchase a fishing license? Pick one up at the local Wal-Mart or at one of the many area convenience stores selling fishing licenses.

Note: Look for the sticker on the door that specifies they do.

License Information

Beavers Bend and its surrounding forests, lakes, rivers and wetlands are an ideal destination for anglers. But before you pack up your gear and head this way, take a moment to familiarize yourself with the area’s fishing regulations and licensing requirements.

Oklahoma fishing license fees and requirements:

An Oklahoma resident or nonresident* fishing license is required of all persons who take, attempt to take or possess fish or other aquatic dwelling organisms by any method in Oklahoma. Persons fishing the Red River must have a valid Oklahoma fishing license unless exempt. Anyone hunting, fishing or trapping must possess the Fishing and Hunting Legacy Permit, unless exempt. Persons fishing on water located within the Honobia Creek or Three Rivers Wildlife Management Areas must have a valid Land Access Permit, unless exempt. All required licenses or written evidence of exemption must be carried while fishing.

*A nonresident is any individual who is a resident of another state or who has resided in Oklahoma for fewer than 60 days, regardless of whether he or she intends to reside in Oklahoma permanently. Land ownership does not constitute residency.

Visit the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation’s website for current licensing fees, exemption information and statewide fishing regulations.

Special Regulations and Restrictions

Some areas in McCurtain County are subject to special fishing regulations and restrictions. For more information on the regulations in specific areas, click the corresponding link below.

Broken Bow Lake

Ouachita National Forest

Pine Creek Lake

Glover River

Little River

Lower Mountain Fork River

Honobia Creek/Three Rivers Wildlife Management Areas

McCurtain county game warden offices:

Broken Bow — 580-513-4651

Idabel — 580-513-4963

Smithville — 580-513-6866

Go Fishing in Hochatown Today!

Whether you fish on your own using this guide or hire one of our top fishing guides, you can be sure that you’ll enjoy the gorgeous scenery and have an abundance of opportunities to catch the fish of your choice.

Remember to book that cabin near Broken Bow so you have a place to relax when you’re done fishing for the day.

Happy casting!