The oldest park in Oklahoma is also home to the state’s tallest waterfall. Tucked away in the rustic hills of the Arbuckle Mountains in Davis, Oklahoma, 1,500-acre Turner Falls Park is where, descending from Honey Creek, the 77-foot Turner Falls drops into a natural pool where swimmers cool off during the hot summer. Outdoor adventures continue throughout the park via its three caves, hiking trails and sandy beaches. Take a break from the rugged outdoors by booking a room in one of the many nearby hotels.
Enjoy budget-friendly accommodations at Holiday Inn Express and Suites -- Pauls Valley, just 25 minutes north of Turner Falls in the small town of Pauls Valley. Each morning, free continental breakfast is served and a complimentary newspaper is delivered to your room. Book a suite and unwind in the comfort of your whirlpool tub. The hotel is just a five-minute drive to the Toy and Action Figure Museum, home to 13,000 figures. Based in Sulphur, 20 minutes east of the park, is Super 8 Sulphur, a casual hotel with basic accommodations. Free breakfast is served in the morning. The hotel is also minutes by car from an assortment of restaurants.
Pamper yourself at such upscale hotels as Echo Canyon Spa Resort in Sulphur, 25 minutes east of the falls. Choose from an array of lodging options at the high-end resort, including suites with fireplaces and whirlpool tubs, and a cottage with a private deck with forest views and rocking chairs. Book a body wrap, massage or manicure at the hotel spa, or indulge in a gourmet meal at the on-site steakhouse. Laville Inn, based in Davis, is 10 minutes north of the park and has luxurious suites, some of which include whirlpool tubs, private balconies and walk-in showers with double-rain shower heads. Free continental breakfast is set out each morning, and guests also have access to a communal kitchen.
Rugged accommodations await you at the Cabins at Cedarville in Davis, just four blocks from Turner Falls Park. Ten mountainside cabins are available for rent, all with full kitchens and some with wood-burning fireplaces. The cabins are a 10-minute drive from Arbuckle Wilderness Park, a 200-acre attraction with a drive-through safari park, petting zoo and reptile house. Also based in Davis, Deer Creek Lodge is a short walk from the falls. The establishment has seven lodges for rent, many of which sit nestled along a lake or creek. As a guest of the hotel, you’ll also have access to canoes. Some lodges include fireplaces and waterfront decks.
Stay at a hotel where you can enjoy the cling and clatter of an on-site casino. Artesian Hotel is in Sulphur, 20 minutes east of the park. The casino includes table games and slot machines. Unwind with a soak in the hotel spa’s steam room and sauna. The spa also provides options for kids, including special manicures and pedicures. The hotel has a gourmet restaurant with outdoor dining and an upscale lounge. Test your luck on one of the 400 slot machines on hand at Treasure Valley Casino in Davis, just 10 minutes north of the falls. Take a dip in the heated indoor pool; enjoy a leisurely soak in the hot tub, or watch the big game at the hotel’s sports bar. Free breakfast is included.
