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Top 10 Ways to Spend Spring in McCurtain\u00a0<\/b>
\nYou\u2019re in on the secret: Beavers Bend is a springtime paradise. And why wouldn\u2019t it be? Luxury cabins. Untouched nature. Scrapbook-worthy fun. Family-friendly food.\u00a0<\/span>
\nSo you\u2019ve booked your cabin and blocked off your calendar. Now it\u2019s time to build that Beavers Bend bucket list.\u00a0<\/span>
\nTo get you started, we\u2019ve put together the top 10 things you\u2019ve gotta do in the spring.\u00a0<\/span>
\nBut before you go, make sure to reserve any activities or rentals ahead of time. Warmer weather means more people are headed to this neck of the woods. From kayaking and ziplining to fishing guides and train rides, popular attractions fill up fast \u2014 and many are reservation only. Book now so you can play later.<\/span>
\nNow get to it. We can\u2019t wait for you to get here already.<\/span>
\n1. Explore Hochatown<\/b>
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\nIt may only have around 4,000 residents, but don\u2019t let that fool you. This ain\u2019t your average small town. Cruise down Highway 259 for family fun you can\u2019t find anywhere else. Meet some furry locals at Hochatown Petting Zoo. Embrace your inner pirate and dig for gems at <\/span>Beavers Bend Mining Co<\/span><\/a>. Pick up a one-of-a-kind souvenir at <\/span>Hochatime<\/span><\/a>, then hop over to <\/span>Uncle Charlie\u2019s<\/span><\/a> for some old timey family photos. And for the parents, there\u2019re also wineries, breweries, artisan shops, and more.\u00a0<\/span>
\n2. Kick It in the Cabin\u00a0<\/b>
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\nThey don\u2019t call it <\/span>cabin country<\/span><\/a> for nothing. So take advantage of your digs. Whether it’s just you and the kids, or you booked a compound for the whole neighborhood, your crew won\u2019t want to leave. Host a movie marathon. Get a slice of silence in the hot tub. Crown a cornhole champion. Tell spooky stories around the campfire. Or just turn off your alarm and sink into that cushy king size bed. The only wrong way to cabin is to not cabin at all.<\/span><\/p>\n

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3. Zipline Through the Ouachita Forest<\/b>
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\nAh, there\u2019s nothing like that fresh mountain air on your face \u2014\u00a0especially when you\u2019re zooming through the tree tops at 35 miles per hour. We\u2019re talking ziplining, and it\u2019s no wonder it\u2019s a family favorite. Get a view of Broken Bow Lake usually only reserved for the trees, and prove to the kids that you\u2019ve still got it. Be sure to <\/span>book in advance<\/span><\/a>. Wait times can get long, especially this time of year.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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4. Get Your Sea Legs on a Tiki Boat Tour\u00a0<\/b>
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\nSummer may still be a few weeks away, but the water\u2019s just fine from the <\/span>deck of a boat<\/span><\/a>. Especially when it\u2019s tiki themed. Cruise Broken Bow Lake in style, complete with grass skirts, good tunes, and unforgettable sunset views. For the parents, not-so-virgin cocktails and brews are available on board.<\/span><\/p>\n

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5. Eat Local<\/b>
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\nFeelin\u2019 hungry? McCurtain is a <\/span>foodie family\u2019s paradise<\/span><\/a>. Order a gourmet pie from Grateful Head Pizza Oven. Snag a mile-long corn dog from HochaHut. And you can\u2019t forget the three Bs: burgers, breweries, and BBQ. Top it all off with some ice cream or fudge from a local shop. For mom and dad, there\u2019re also upscale Italian, seafood, and steakhouse options (with local wine and spirits, of course).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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6. Go Offroading<\/b>
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\nLet that new driver put that lead foot to work. Four-wheelers. ATVs. Jeeps. We\u2019ve got \u2018em all. <\/span>Rent your off-road vehicle<\/span><\/a> of choice, then hit 33 miles of off-the-grid open roads in the Ouachita National Forest. And yes, you\u2019re probably gonna need a shower after. Good thing you\u2019ve got one fit for a king back at the cabin.<\/span><\/p>\n

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7. Saddle Up<\/b>
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\nWhether you\u2019re bringing your own pony or saddling up for a guided tour, <\/span>horseback<\/span><\/a> is one of the best ways to see Beavers Bend. And with over half-a-million acres of the Beavers Bend area open for horseback riding, the options are endless. For the kiddos, check out the 2.5-mile Beavers Bend Depot trail. There\u2019s even a train that goes through the woods when you get back to the stable.<\/span><\/p>\n

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8. Get Outdoorsy in Beavers Bend State Park<\/b>
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\nWhen you need some nature, head to beautiful <\/span>Beavers Bend State Park<\/span><\/a>. No matter what your\u00a0 family\u2019s into, there\u2019s an adventure for every energy level. Lace up for a family hike along the Mountain Fork River. Get some culture at the <\/span>Forest Heritage Center Museum<\/span><\/a>. Dig into a family picnic, then grab a picture with the Peter Toth Totem Pole. There\u2019s also kayaking, paddleboats, fishing, and yes, BBQ. Sound like a plan? Go ahead and make reservations for any activities of interest so you can make the most of the toys and your time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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9. Book a Fly Fishing Guide<\/b>
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\nEvery kid remembers reeling in their first catch. Whether your crew\u2019s full of expert anglers or you\u2019re just getting your feet wet, <\/span>a guide service<\/span><\/a> can show you the tricks of trade (and the secret spots). Fishermen of all ages flock to the Lower Mountain Fork River for trout fishing, but you\u2019ll also find bass, crappie, walleye, and more. Don\u2019t forget your fishing license!<\/span><\/p>\n

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10. Fire Up the Campfire<\/b>
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\nIf you leave McCurtain without that campfire smell on your clothes, did you really McCurtain? It\u2019s the best way to warm up on those chilly spring nights. Feed the cubs with roasted hot dogs or campfire cornbread. Whip out that guitar and embarrass your teens. And of course, don\u2019t be afraid to get a little messy with those s\u2019mores.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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COVID-19 UPDATE<\/b>
\nAs a county, we\u2019re doing our part to help keep people healthy. From social distancing and keeping cabins squeaky clean, to setting up hand-washing stations, and offering To-Go services \u2013 the efforts to help you still get the most out of your time here, while being smart \u2013 are going strong.<\/span><\/p>\n