EXPLORING OKLAHOMA WITH CHILDREN
THE MURNAN BOYS STOP FOR A REST AT THE ILLINOIS RIVER OVERLOOK IN TAHLEQUAH.
Charming Fall Destinations in Oklahoma’s Green Country ARTICLE AND PHOTOS BY DEBBIE MURNAN
With fall break on the horizon, your family may be ready to push pause on work and school to hit the road to explore our great state. Autumn comes alive in northeast Oklahoma, where vibrant fall colors sprinkle the lush, forested hills along the banks of the Illinois River. The small towns of Tahlequah and Muskogee lay at the heart of Oklahoma’s Green Country, offering equal parts charm, history and outdoor adventure. Tahlequah is also the capital of the Cherokee Nation, the largest tribal nation in the United States, so there is an
abundance of valuable Native American history to incorporate into your trip. Even after living in Tahlequah for four years during graduate school, I always enjoy revisiting this area’s restaurants and museums with my kids, all while discovering new places along the way. Check out our family’s guide to visiting Tahlequah and Muskogee, including our favorite places to eat, learn and play.
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