We all know what it’s like to feel that deep need to get away. Get off the computer, away from the desk, and into nature. Nature lovers in Sallisaw, OK have quite a few choices for a refreshing time. Put the whole family in your Chevy Equinox and get them away from screens with a visit to one of these spots.
14 Flags Museum
This is a museum, yes, but not the kind you spend your time indoors for. 14 Flags is a series of restored cabins and a train depot significant to Native American and Civil War history. Admission is free, and there’s lots to poke around and look at, whatever your age.
You learn a lot about history, get a sense of the difficulty of life in Oklahoma before the modern era, and all while traipsing through the grass and under the trees. The kids especially will love running from building to building and poking their heads through the windows of every one. You don’t often get to enjoy the outdoors while also learning from a well-designed museum set-up.
Brushy Lake Park
Brushy Lake Park is in the beautiful Cookson Hills area and offers a true respite from modern life. You can go camping here, take a boat out on the lake, and go fishing. There’s no jet skis or tubing or skiing allowed on this lake, which preserves its tranquil nature for everyone. There’s great fishing here for bass and crappie, and it’s not uncommon to spot turtles around the lake, either.
There are 23 camping sites to use, some of them suitable for RVs, and pavilions if you want to schedule an outdoor event with friends or family. Pavilions can be reserved by calling Sallisaw City Hall, and it costs $50 to do so.
Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
This is the ultimate getaway spot for anyone who loves nature, so we’ve saved it for last. This wildlife refuge along the Arkansas River is a beautiful place to bird watch, hike, spend time with the family, or go fishing. For those who want to be out in nature but have limited mobility, the wonderful driving loops still allow you to see some of the best wildlife in the park, like herons, gadwall, eagles, and blue-winged teals.
If you’re able to get out and hike or bike, you also shouldn’t be surprised to run across snakes, deer, raccoons, armadillos, beaver, and more. There’s wonderful kayaking on the river here, and if you’re interested in doing or seeing something specific, be sure to stop at the visitor’s center when you come in to get the low down on where everything is and the best conditions for seeing various wildlife.
You want a reliable vehicle for getting out into nature, so bring your Chevy to our service center at Blue Ribbon Chevrolet for the best service around.
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