Is Talimena Scenic Drive open?
Is Talimena Scenic Drive open? Area Status: Open This curving drive winds 54 miles west along the spine of Rich Mountain and Winding Stair Mountain.
What cities are near Talimena Scenic Drive?
The Talimena National Scenic Byway is high above our Gateway Cities of Talihina OK, Mena AR, Heavener OK, Poteau OK and just west from Hot Springs AR, south of Fort Smith AR or one hour north from Broken Bow OK; it is a must for all!
What town is under Broken Bow Lake?
Hochatown, OK Unfortunately, to visit the original Hochatown, you will need to don SCUBA gear and dive into Broken Bow Lake! The original Hochatown started as a Choctaw Indian settlement and became a lumber camp when the Choctaw Lumber and Coal Company moved in.
What color are the fall colors in Talimena Scenic Drive?
The byway's fall colors typically peak around early November, but October offers fantastic fall foliage views all month long. Red and gold leaves commingle with evergreens and dazzle drivers and cyclists as they climb through the highest mountain range between the Rockies and the Appalachians.