What if the best spots aren’t far at all? Some of the best escapes don’t require a plane ticket — just a full tank of gas and a sense of curiosity. Within Choctaw Country you’ll find charming small-town escapes, scenic overlooks, tucked-away restaurants and unforgettable experiences that feel worlds away from the everyday. These local gems prove the perfect day trip is closer than you think and absolutely worth the drive. Glamp in a Yurt What exactly is a yurt? Think tent-meets-cabin. A weather-resistant fabric is stretched over wooden beams and lattice work, but inside you’ll find bedroom furniture and electricity. If that sounds like your jam, you’ll be excited to hear there are multiple yurts in the state parks across Choctaw Country. Visit Beavers Bend State Park to choose from two yurts offering tranquil views of the warbling Mountain Fork River. Or head to Robbers Cave State Park, where you’ll find two similar yurts along the peaceful shores of Lake Carlton. Spread Out in a Tiny Home You don’t need a lot of space inside when the wilderness is sprawling just steps outside your front door. Take Happy Place Cabins in Hochatown: each tiny home includes an outdoor soaker tub (with privacy wall) and a rooftop putting green. Or The Alps of Hochatown, where there the only things between you and the beauty of the wilderness are floor-to-ceiling windows. There’s even more room to relax at Snuggle Up – a cozy tiny home on a secluded resort with access to a gym, seasonal pool, library, pool tables and more. Upgrade Your View With a Tree House Tree houses are a whimsical way to brighten your getaway – but these aren’t anything like the one you built in your backyard. Step into a world of fantasy when you stay at Treetopia, featuring a glass floor viewing area, 25-foot waterfall, three-story slide and suspended platform bed so you can sleep under the stars. Give yourself easy access to a wilderness of ATV and hiking trails at the Big Cedar Wilderness Cabins in Whitesboro. Or keep it a little rustic with a cozy stay at the K River Campground tree houses. One-of-a-Kind Options These unique accommodations are guaranteed to deliver a trip you’ll remember and cherish forever. Travel back in time with a stay at the fully refurbished 1911 Victorian passenger train on Rebel Hill Guest Ranch, where you’ll also have access to horseback riding, paddle boating, fishing and more. Camp out pioneer-style at the Covered Wagon in Robbers Cave State Park. Or treat yourself to a luxurious boho experience when you stay at the Honey Dome – an adults-only, geodesic dome with wraparound views of the beautiful forest near Beavers Bend State Park.