MOONSHINE RIVER RETREAT/Vacation Cabin•BeaversBend•Hochatown•BrokenBow

MOONSHINE RIVER RETREAT/Vacation Cabin•BeaversBend•Hochatown•BrokenBow 2Bed/2Bath Vacation Cabin Rental. Backyard connects to Ouachita National Forest near Beavers Bend SP Located near Broken Bow, Oklahoma. Elevation is 676 feet.

The history of the area is how we came about naming the cabin,Moonshine River Retreat. Over a span of more than 60 years, Hochatown grew from a brawling lumber camp to become the "Moonshine Capital of Oklahoma" and later a quiet farming and ranching community before disappearing forever beneath the waters of Broken Bow Lake. When the Choctaw Indians first came to Oklahoma, about twelve families fo

llowed the trail northward from the old Eagle to the valley in which Hochatown was later located. These early inhabitants planted a few crops and spent a great deal of time hunting and trapping. About 1900 the Choctaw Lumber and Coal Company (later Dierks) established a lumber camp where the village developed. To get the logs out they built a spur railroad into the area from Eagletown. The lumber camp had a commissary that sold largely personal items plus whiskey on Saturdays only, a cook shack, and a bunkhouse. After the prime timber had been cut, the tracks were removed and the lumberjacks shifted to new camps, but the old buildings remained standing. Toward the end of the operation by the Choctaw Lumber and Coal company a small private sawmill and a stave mill were started. Farmers moved into the area, making use of the partly cleared land by planting cotton, corn sorghums, hay, and truck crops. As a result of the, population increase, a general store and a school were started, and a post office was established. No state highways were ever extended through the area, and no bus line ever served the village. During the 1920's and 1930's, the area became noted for its "moonshine whiskey." Green writes, "Since the clear waters of Mountain Fork River were ideal for distilling mountain dew, and because the creek canyons furnished concealment from federal revenuers, Hochatown became the center for a thriving illegal whiskey operation." During a trial in federal court in Muskogee, one federal agent referred to the village as the "moonshine capital of Oklahoma."Before the Broken Bow Dam was ever considered, people were leaving the Hochatown community. Because of the lack of economic and social opportunities, very few of the younger people remained, and many of the older people moved to nearby towns where medical and transportation facilities were available. With the building of the dam, the cemetery and church were moved and most other structures were either moved or destroyed.The last family left the village in 1966. Hochatown is now covered by forty feet of water. Submitted by: Mitch Kelly

Hochatown is in McCurtain County,OK. The community name derives from Choctaw for "river" plus the English "town"
It is in the Central Standard time zone.

Gutter Chaos NYE Party!
12/15/2024

Gutter Chaos NYE Party!

NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY!
8pm - 1am (21+ after 10pm)
NO COVER

DJ, Dancefloor, Food served til 10pm, Bowling, Arcade, Drink Specials, Party Favors, Bar open until 1am.

Hester's Theatre of Magic NYE Magic!
12/15/2024

Hester's Theatre of Magic NYE Magic!

🎩 Ring in the New Year with Magic! ✨

Celebrate the arrival of 2025 with an unforgettable experience at Hester's Theatre of Magic located in Hochatown, Oklahoma! Join us for our New Year’s Spectacular Magic Shows, where extraordinary magic and mind-bending mentalism collide for an unbelievable evening of entertainment.

🎆 Showtimes:
New Year’s Eve - 8 PM
New Year’s Day - 7 PM

🎟️ Reserve Your Seats Now: hestermagic.com

11/20/2024

The Museum of the Red River is pleased to announce the Festival of Trees !!!!!

Create a Christmas tree that best represents your business or organization and display it at the Museum. The trees will be enjoyed by the public November 30th - December 30th. Help us celebrate the holiday season and our community while also receiving free bragging rights!!!!!
Information and application at the following link
https://museumoftheredriver.org/2024-festival-of-trees/

If you’re in town today be sure to check out Thursdays at Girls Gone Wine.
11/13/2024

If you’re in town today be sure to check out Thursdays at Girls Gone Wine.

It’s almost the weekend, so why not start early? Join us for Thirsty Thursday! Round up your crew, grab some to-go food, and unwind with us on the patio—good vibes and great drinks await!

Hochatown Saloon will be servingThanksgiving meal. Follow them for all info. You may want to make reservations.
11/12/2024

Hochatown Saloon will be servingThanksgiving meal. Follow them for all info. You may want to make reservations.

🍁A Hochatown Saloon Thanksgiving🍁

Join us on Thanksgiving day, Thursday, November 28, for a traditional meal with all the fixin’s!

⏰ 12 noon - 6 pm
🍽️ $34.95 for adults
$14.95 7 to 12
$8.95 under 7
(includes beverage)

📍28 Old Hochatown Rd
Hochatown, OK 74728
📱580.494.3300
🖥️ hochatownsaloon.com

Links in comments for discounts around Hochatown and Broken Bow.
11/11/2024

Links in comments for discounts around Hochatown and Broken Bow.

Hester's Theatre of Magic
11/09/2024

Hester's Theatre of Magic

🎄✨ Christmas Magic Starts Tomorrow in Hochatown! ✨🎄

Bring the whole family for a night of holiday wonder or make it the perfect date night! ❤️🎅

🎟️ Upcoming Show Dates:
📅 Nov 9
📅 Nov 15
📅 Nov 16
📅 Nov 22
📅 Nov 23

🌟 Plus, we’re adding extra shows around Thanksgiving and Christmas, with plenty of dates already posted for December! 🎁🎄

This year’s Christmas show features brand-new magic alongside a few fan-favorite moments from our regular season. Don’t miss this unforgettable holiday experience!

👉 Reserve your tickets now at Hochamagic.com!

11/04/2024

Just 3 days left until the Folk Festival, and we’re ready to satisfy every craving! 🍔🌮🍩 With an abundance of food trucks, there’s something for everyone—BBQ, tacos, sweets, and more! What’s the first thing you’ll be grabbing to eat? Tell us your must-have festival treat! 👇

11/04/2024

Presenting the 2024 Folk Fest shirts!🍂🍄🍁🎨
Available at Hochatime Hideaway located in the Forest Heritage Center!🌲

10/22/2024

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10/16/2024

🏓‼️OH MY look what’s COMING SOON!! coming soon to Hochatown!!

🎾Pickle Putt & Pour is launching in January 2025 and we can’t wait to serve up some serious fun! 🎾🍻

Six vibrant pickleball courts, cold drinks, and good vibes are headed your way. Get ready to rally with friends, enjoy a round (or two) of drinks, and experience the ultimate spot for pickleball lovers and partygoers alike. 🍺🙌

Who’s excited to be part of the Pickle Putt & Pour experience? 🙋‍♂️🙋‍♀️

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Stay tuned for more sneak peeks, giveaways, and our grand opening event details! 🚀

Follow us on our Instagram, pickleputtpour, for more information!

10/12/2024

Come out & help support another local volunteer fire department at the Holly Creek - Oak Hill Volunteer Fire Dept.

Haunted House will be happening October 11th-12th, 18th-19th, 25th-26th, & 30th-31st! 👻🎃🧟‍♂️

Friday nights 8pm-11pm
Saturday nights 8pm-12am

$12each
5 & under Free!

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Broken Bow, OK
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