Unexpectedly Oklahoma!

Explore the beautiful foothills of the Ozarks by boat, kayak, or on land. Whatever adventure you’re looking for, you are sure to find it here!

 

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Yes, this really is Oklahoma!

 
 

Located in northeastern Oklahoma, Cherokee County is known for Lake Tenkiller, Illinois River, Sequoyah State Park, and the capital of the Cherokee Nation!

Come experience our rich history, Native American culture, and outdoor recreation. Whatever your style, we have something for you.

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Top 5 Airbnb’s for Large Groups

There is something for everyone in your group whether you’re looking to float underneath the bluffs along the Illinois River, take the boat out on Lake Tenkiller, learn about Cherokee culture, shop in Downtown Tahlequah or simply enjoy the beaty of the Ozark Foothills. Check out our top 5 picks for your next vacation!

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Try Twisted Minnow right here in Cherokee County. Address: 21383 E Carters Landing Rd, Park Hill, OK 74451 Hours: Tuesday-Thursday 4pm-9pm (Friday and Saturday open until 10pm)
Try Twisted Minnow right here in Cherokee County. Address: 21383 E Carters Landing Rd, Park Hill, OK 74451 Hours: Tuesday-Thursday 4pm-9pm (Friday and Saturday open until 10pm)
Come this weekend to Cherokee County and enjoy some fun at Diamond Stone Music Festival. #explorecherokeeok #greencountry #illinoisriver #travelok #thisisoklahoma #fun #experience #diamondstone #music #festival #come
Come this weekend to Cherokee County and enjoy some fun at Diamond Stone Music Festival. #explorecherokeeok #greencountry #illinoisriver #travelok #thisisoklahoma #fun #experience #diamondstone #music #festival #come
Stay in Cherokee County the right way. Visit our website, in our bio, to see all your lodging options!
Stay in Cherokee County the right way. Visit our website, in our bio, to see all your lodging options!
Come float one more time before the season is over. Book your trip today! #explorecherokeeok #travelok #greencountry #illinoisriver #airbnb #thisisoklahoma #outdooroklahoma #float
Come float one more time before the season is over. Book your trip today! #explorecherokeeok #travelok #greencountry #illinoisriver #airbnb #thisisoklahoma #outdooroklahoma #float
Cherokee County has a lot of Live music opportunities this Labor Day weekend. Come and check them out!
Cherokee County has a lot of Live music opportunities this Labor Day weekend. Come and check them out!
The Cherokee National Holiday is here! Come to Cherokee County anytime this weekend to experience a wonderful time. #explorecherokeeok #travelok #greencountry #visitcherokeenation #thisisoklahoma #holiday #cherokee #fun
The Cherokee National Holiday is here! Come to Cherokee County anytime this weekend to experience a wonderful time. #explorecherokeeok #travelok #greencountry #visitcherokeenation #thisisoklahoma #holiday #cherokee #fun
Try Cantina Bravo Mexican Grille, right here in Cherokee County! Address: 6911 S Muskogee Ave, Tahlequah, OK 74464 Hours: All week 11am-9pm (open until 10pm on Thursday and Friday)
Try Cantina Bravo Mexican Grille, right here in Cherokee County! Address: 6911 S Muskogee Ave, Tahlequah, OK 74464 Hours: All week 11am-9pm (open until 10pm on Thursday and Friday)
Only a few more weeks until Diamond Stone. You do not want to miss this! #explorecherokeeok #travelok #greencountry #illinoisriver #thisisoklahoma #diamondstone #music #live #festival
Only a few more weeks until Diamond Stone. You do not want to miss this! #explorecherokeeok #travelok #greencountry #illinoisriver #thisisoklahoma #diamondstone #music #live #festival
We have multiple ways to stay in Cherokee County. Come explore all the different options! #explorecherokeeok #greencountry #travelok #illinoisriver #fishinok #sequoyahstatepark #airbnb #laketenkiller #thisisoklahoma #stay #comeandsee
We have multiple ways to stay in Cherokee County. Come explore all the different options! #explorecherokeeok #greencountry #travelok #illinoisriver #fishinok #sequoyahstatepark #airbnb #laketenkiller #thisisoklahoma #stay #comeandsee
Something about a sunset on the Lake just hits different. Go explore today! #explorecherokeeok #greencountry #travelok #thisisoklahoma #outdooroklahoma #campinoklahoma #laketenkiller #sunsets
Something about a sunset on the Lake just hits different. Go explore today! #explorecherokeeok #greencountry #travelok #thisisoklahoma #outdooroklahoma #campinoklahoma #laketenkiller #sunsets
Try Twisted Minnow right here in Cherokee County. Address: 21383 E Carters Landing Rd, Park Hill, OK 74451 Hours: Tuesday-Thursday 4pm-9pm (Friday and Saturday open until 10pm) Come this weekend to Cherokee County and enjoy some fun at Diamond Stone Music Festival. #explorecherokeeok #greencountry #illinoisriver #travelok #thisisoklahoma #fun #experience #diamondstone #music #festival #come Stay in Cherokee County the right way. Visit our website, in our bio, to see all your lodging options! Come float one more time before the season is over. Book your trip today! #explorecherokeeok #travelok #greencountry #illinoisriver #airbnb #thisisoklahoma #outdooroklahoma #float Cherokee County has a lot of Live music opportunities this Labor Day weekend. Come and check them out! The Cherokee National Holiday is here! Come to Cherokee County anytime this weekend to experience a wonderful time. #explorecherokeeok #travelok #greencountry #visitcherokeenation #thisisoklahoma #holiday #cherokee #fun Try Cantina Bravo Mexican Grille, right here in Cherokee County! Address: 6911 S Muskogee Ave, Tahlequah, OK 74464 Hours: All week 11am-9pm (open until 10pm on Thursday and Friday) Only a few more weeks until Diamond Stone. You do not want to miss this! #explorecherokeeok #travelok #greencountry #illinoisriver #thisisoklahoma #diamondstone #music #live #festival We have multiple ways to stay in Cherokee County. Come explore all the different options! #explorecherokeeok #greencountry #travelok #illinoisriver #fishinok #sequoyahstatepark #airbnb #laketenkiller #thisisoklahoma #stay #comeandsee Something about a sunset on the Lake just hits different. Go explore today! #explorecherokeeok #greencountry #travelok #thisisoklahoma #outdooroklahoma #campinoklahoma #laketenkiller #sunsets
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