Sallisaw, OK

This rustic barbecue restaurant has a 50-year tradition of serving great smoked meats and all the fixings. The pork loin platter is really good, but all the varieties are awesome. 

Driftwood is one of the bests places to find eagles and loons from January through March, but there’s always planned activities at this nature center near Lake Tenkiller. 

Marval Resort has cabins and campsites, along with plenty of activities and special events all summer long. Kids can fish, have a water war, watch a movie outside and swim.