FAQ
What is my driving distance to Broken Bow?
Dallas - Broken Bow is 197 miles from the center of Dallas. It is a 3 to 31/2 hour drive, depending upon your starting point.
Oklahoma City - Broken Bow is 255 miles from the center of Oklahoma City – usually a 4-hour drive.
Shreveport - Broken Bow is 155 miles from Shreveport – usually a 3-hour drive.
Tulsa - Broken Bow is 218 miles from Tulsa – usually a 3 1/2 hour drive.
What time is check-in / check-out? Check-in time is 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. These times are firm in order to allow adequate time for cleaning between guests.
What are the cabin amenities? All Creative Escapes cabins are fully equipped for all your needs. They each have outdoor grills, cooking utensils and linens for the number of people the cabin sleeps.
Is firewood provided? Some cabins have gas fireplaces and some have wood burning fireplaces. Creative Escapes provides firewood for cabins with wood burning fireplaces from mid October through mid March.
What is the nearest MapQuest address? Broken Bow, OK. All cabins are new and do not have physical addresses. See the Creative Escapes area map on the web site. Mapquest Link Broken Bow
How will I find my cabin? You will receive directions from Broken Bow to your cabin, as well as your cabin’s key code, by e-mail approximately 7 days prior to your arrival.
Do you have handicapped facilities? No – some cabins are more suited for the handicapped with only 2 – 3 steps and one story.
Are pets allowed? See the website and look for the running dog per cabin. It is strongly suggested you crate your pet while you are away from the cabin.
Are any of the cabins located on the lake? Broken Bow Lake is managed by the Corps of Engineers. Therefore, no cabins or homes are allowed to be built near the water. The Creative Escapes cabins are nestled in the Ouachita National Forest. Beavers Bend is 3 – 5 miles. Broken Bow Lake is 4 – 6 miles. Pine Cone cabin is located on the lower Mountain Fork River.
Where can we find supplies and groceries in the area? Pruett’s Grocery in Broken Bow, Super Wal-Mart in Idabel or Wal-Mart in Broken Bow.
If I book today, what charges apply to my credit card?
There is a $25 non-refundable booking fee per cabin which is charged to your card right away. The $25 is applied toward your balance, which is charged to your credit card 7 days prior to your arrival. At that time, you will receive a confirmation e-mail which includes directions to your cabin and the key code.
Do you accept cash payments?
No, a credit card is required in order to make a reservation.
What if we have more people in our group than the cabin sleeps?
Cabins are equipped to comfortably sleep the maximum number indicated (2 per bed and 2 per sleeper sofa). We supply enough amenities (towels, dishes, etc.) for that number of people. We STRONGLY suggest that you rent additional cabins for additional occupants. See the Creative Escapes map to find cabins located nearby.
Are there any restaurants in the area? There are four restaurants within three to four miles from the cabins in Southern Hills and Northern Hills – Shady Oaks, Abendigos, Stevens Gap & Beavers Bend Café. All are casual dress. The Frontier General Store offers take-out food. There are additional restaurants in Broken Bow.
Do I need to buy a fishing license?
When fishing in the river, all ages are required to hold a valid trout stamp and people 14 & over must hold a valid Oklahoma fishing license. When fishing on Broken Bow Lake, only a permanent or temporary fishing license is required. Fishing licenses and trout stamps may be purchased at Wal-Mart, most convenient stores or the Beavers Bend State Park office. Broken Bow Lake is well known for large mouth bass, white bass, crappie & walleye. Fishing guides are available. Mountain Fork River is a designated trout stream. Rainbow and brown trout are stocked two times per month. See stocking dates on the Oklahoma Wildlife website. For more fishing guide info, go to HYPERLINK "http://www.mcta2.com" www.mcta2.com.
Where are the boat ramps? Beavers Bend Marina is located on Stevens Gap Road. There are four other boat ramps in Carson Creek and Stevens Gap. See the map on the Creative Escapes website
Are water craft rentals available? Yes – pontoon boats, fishing boats and Jet Ski rentals are available at Beavers Bend Marina. Call 580-494-6455.
Are Canoe rentals available? Yes – half-day or full-day canoe rentals are available on the lower Mountain Fork River. Also inside Beavers Bend State Park are canoe, paddle boats, bumper boats and kayak rentals. See the Area Attractions page of the Creative Escapes web site for phone numbers.
Are there mountain bike and hiking trails in the area? All designated bike / hiking trails are located within the boundaries of Beavers Bend State Park. Check with the Nature Center or the State Park office for trail maps and directions. It is a good idea to notify the Nature Center (580-494-6556) or State Park office (580-494-6300) to let them know your plans to hike or bike the trails.
Are there designated ATV trails? Yes – you must have an access pass to ride on any of the Three Rivers trails (Weyerhaeuser land). The cost is $25 per person per year. ATV access fees may be paid at Wal-Mart, most convenience stores or at the Beavers Bend State Park office. Frontier General Store has area ATV trail maps and info. Be sure to obtain and understand the rules and regulations before riding the trails. The nearest access is 4 miles north of the Beavers Bend entrance. The US Forest Service offers free ATV passes to the right of Hwy. 259. Most of the Weyerhaeuser land is to the left of Hwy. 259.
May we ride our ATV vehicles from the cabins? No – you must trailer your vehicles to the ATV trails.
Are your cabins air conditioned? Yes – all of the Creative Escapes cabins are luxury homes, fully equipped with thermostat controlled central heating and air conditioning.
Do your cabins have fireplaces? Yes – all the Creative Escapes cabins have fireplaces for winter use and outdoor fire rings for campfires. Don’t forget to bring the marshmallows!
Are there wild animals in the area? The cabins are located in the forest and we share the forest with rabbits, squirrels, raccoons, etc. For your protection, caution should be taken against poison ivy and 2 types of poisonous snakes – copperheads and rattlesnakes. Poison ivy and bug repellant is suggested.
Are 4-wheel drive vehicles required? Most of our cabins have easy access. However, some cabins are located in areas where 4-wheel drive is considered more convenient.
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