Talimena National Scenic Byway | TravelOK.com - Oklahoma's Official Travel & Tourism Site

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Talihina, OK 74571
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The Talimena National Scenic Byway, a breathtaking 54-mile route in southeast Oklahoma, is known for its spectacular fall foliage. Designated by the U.S. Department of Transportation as an official National Scenic Byway, the Talimena Drive was built specifically to highlight the area's beautiful foliage and spans one of the highest mountain ranges between the Appalachians and the Rockies. Make your way to this winding road nestled in the heart of Oklahoma's Kiamichi Country to view one stunning panorama after another as you travel along crests of forested peaks between Talihina, ...

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From TravelOK.com Staff on 10/08/2012

Lipi, peak foliage viewing is generally between the last week in October and the first week in November. Please check our Fall Foliage and Festivals page for our most up-to-date information. Best wishes and thank you for using TravelOK.com!

From Lipi on 10/07/2012

Hello Moderator, will we be able to see atleast *some* colors on 10/13/2012? Also any idea about 11/17/2012? Thanks much for the information.

From TravelOK.com Staff on 11/03/2011

Muru, the next two weeks will be the peak of the foliage season and would be a great time to come! There are many luxury cabins in Broken Bow as well as cabins at state parks in the area, such as Beavers Bend State Park, Robbers Cave State Park and Lake Wister State Park. If you have any questions or need further assistance planning your visit, please feel free to email us at info@travelok.com. Safe travels and thank you for using TravelOK.com.

From Muru Venkat on 11/02/2011

Excellent website. Is it a good time to visit? Which is a good place to stay? We will be driving from Houston, TX. Thank You

From Kim on 10/07/2011

Cedar Lake is my favorite trail to ride horses. It is 6 hours away and I came in spring and this fall and had a wonderful time. It has the best equestrian camp you can find too.

From TravelOK.com Staff on 09/28/2011

Carol, generally the color is best during the last part of October. Due to extreme heat conditions this year, the fall foliage outcome is uncertain at this point. Please refer to our Fall Foliage and Festivals page for updates throughout the season. Have a great fall and thank you for using TravelOK.com.

From carol on 09/28/2011

When will the color be the best at Talihina???

From Rhonda on 11/10/2010

The leaves are turning and showing great color! This would be the perfect week to come for a drive. Be sure to stop in downtown Talihina and visit our many fine stores.

From Camilla on 08/16/2010

My family loves the Talimena Drive. The scenic turnouts are a great place to get out of the car to stretch your legs and take beautiful pictures of the fall colors.

From Rose on 08/16/2010

Touring the Talimena National Scenic Byway is one of my favorite fall events! Talimena State Park is the perfect place for viewing the foliage and taking a break along the way.

From TAMMY J FORREST on 06/11/2010

THIS PLACE IS SO BEAUTIFUL. MY FATHER PASSED AWAY ALMOST 3 YEARS AGO AND HE ALWAYS TOLD ME HE WANTED HIS ASHES SPREAD FROM THE BACK OF A HARLEY IN THIS AREA. I NEVER UNDERSTOOD WHY HE WANTED THIS DONE UNTIL I GRANTED HIS WISHES .WHEN WE GOT THERE TO SPREAD HIS ASHES I IMMEDIATELY UNDERSTOOD WHY HE WANTED THIS!! ITS A VERY BEAUTIFUL PLACE AND IT GIVES ME PEACE TO KNOW THAT I DID EVERYTHING EXACTLY THE WAY HE WANTED WITH THE HELP OF ALL OF HIS BIKER GROUP THE OUTSIDERS NOMADS. THANKS AND LOVE TO YOU ALL. I MISS YOU SO SO MUCH DADDY AND NOW YOUR FAVORITE PLACE HAS BECOME MY FAVORITE PLACE AS WELL. LOVING YOU AND MISSING YOU EVERYDAY. FROM YOUR LITTLE GIRL TAMMY.

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