The hometown-friendly city of McAlester, located 90 miles south of Tulsa and 120 miles southeast of Oklahoma City, is a major trade center for southeast Oklahoma and is one of the state's oldest communities. Unique attractions include the beautiful, historic McAlester Scottish Rite Masonic Center and the Tannehill Museum, which tells the tales of prisoners of lore. McAlester visitors also commonly visit the nearby town of Krebs — known as Oklahoma's Little Italy and famous for its great cuisine.
Plan a three-day trip through McAlester, Krebs, Atoka, Durant, Calera, Hugo, Broken Bow and Hochatown in Southeast Oklahoma. The region is known for breathtaking vistas, especially in Beavers Bend State Park. You can even get a taste of Italy in Krebs at several legendary restaurants or shop for imported goods at Lovera's Italian Grocery.
The food truck phenomenon has quickly made its mark on Oklahoma’s dining landscape. For unique eats in unexpected places, explore our list of favorite food trucks and discover a new culinary world.
Give your loyal canine companion the gift of the great outdoors at one of Oklahoma’s leash-free dog parks. From jungle gyms and water fountains to doggie beaches and walking trails, the world is your pet’s oyster at these pooch-perfect locations across the state.
Enjoy the benefits of rest and relaxation with a healthy dash of humor and whimsy at one of these unique, out-of-the-box Oklahoma lodging properties.
Take in refreshing floral arrangements and decorative greenery when rain showers yield to springtime flowers. Travel to a lesser known Oklahoma garden or arboretum for a peaceful afternoon spent with nature.
Oklahoma’s events roll out the red carpet in May, so grab family and friends for weekend getaways or day trips to popular art fairs, hometown jubilees and major metropolitan festivals. Learn why May signals the start of Oklahoma’s summer event season!
McAlester Area Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture
