About Choctaw County, OK

There is no sound in the world like PEACE & QUIET! 

Don't you long for a place where you DO NOT hear road traffic, the neighbor's television, dogs barking at all hours, sirens blarring away??

These videos are of two waterfront lots that I have listed.  Often I will put background music on my videos, but after listening to these videos, I decided to leave them in their original state.  There is no music on earth that soothes my soul like what I hear when I listen to these.

In fact, there is nothing that is as peaceful to me as being on or near the water.  These two lots are for sale, listed at $29,900 each.  YOU OWN THE SHORE.  YOU CAN BUILD A BOAT DOCK OR NOT.  IT'S YOURS!  DEEDED!  NOT LEASED! 

Take a look and a listen and tell me what you think.

 

 

If you are relocating to McCurtain County or Choctaw County, we have put together information to help you become acquainted with the area. Please feel free to contact me for further information about any of these posts. Southeastern Oklahoma is vaired in it's opportunities and challenges.

The following pages have been posted just for you:

1. If you enjoy historical outings, you will love this information on Doaksville in Choctaw County.

2. if you are going to live in or near Holiday Lake Estates, you will want to know what to expect from the community. Building Restricitons for Holiday Lake Estates.

3. Whether you are going to be living around Lake Raymond Gary or just nearby and visiting for outings, you will enjoy visiting Fort Towson's restaurant, The Iron Horse Cafe, or how about the deli at The Corner Store.

4. Relocating within the Fort Towson School District whether in town, rural, or around Lake Raymond Gary, here's information on the public school system.

5. Golf anyone? Whether it's your thing or you want your children to learn or BOTH. This information about the golf courses in S E Oklahoma including the youth's organization should be of interest to you.

6. Fishing, Camping, A day at the playground for the children, Boating, or just getting acquainted with the local folks, there's no better place than Lake Raymond Gary State Park. Fire works on the 4th of July,, Boat Parade in the Christmas Season, or just plain getting acquainted with the good folks in the area... why not plan a picnic or a family reunion at the Raymond Gary State Park.,,, A true Resource for Everyone in the Area.

7. The Medical Facilities are important to each and every family. This post is about what you can expect from McCurtain Memorial Hospitalin Idabel, Oklahoma... the choice for many residents in both McCurtain and Choctaw Counties.

8. If you are planning to move to McCurtain County or Choctaw County, finding the right mortgage to purchase the right property is very very important. This blog post will help you get ready to do just that.

9. A True Benefit to you and your family, higher education at the college level right here in McCurtain County at the McCurtain County Campus of Southeastern Oklahoma State University located at Idabel, Oklahoma

10. An education opportunity in another direction. The Kiamichi Technology Center will prepare you to earn a good living and you can get it right here without leaving home. For both high school students and adults.

11. Looking for a home in the area: Integrity Real Estate Services, Integrity Realty, Lake Raymond Gary Homes, Valliant Homes, Fort Towson Homes, Idabel Homes.

12. Information about Choctaw County.

Contact me if I can be of service in your relocation efforts, whether you are moving to Choctaw County or McCurtain County, call our brokerage office for help with all of your real estate needs at 580-212-5946.

Judi Barrett, Broker at Integrity Real Estate Services. We care about your relocation and welcome you to our area.

Ok, folks it's time to let you know that Choctaw County Oklahoma has a truly excellent real estate transaction closer in Bessie Carrol. Bessie works for Choctaw County Abstract and Title Company, out of the Hugo office. Their phone number is 580-326-9616.

Today we had a closing that was pushing the time line just about as close as possible and Mrs. Carroll was the gem that pulled it all together.

If you are involved in a sale as either the buyer or the seller, with or without a real estate broker, it can be very beneficial to you to have a professional handle the closing of your transaction.

I have been greatly impressed with Bessie's professional caring attitude. She is great at what she does and enjoys bringing about the closure event of a real estate transaction. Her caring shows in her attitude toward the people that she deals with - constantly.

You must visit Raymond Gary State Park. It's a favorite spot to spend time if you live in Fort Towson, around Lake Raymond Gary, Sawyer, Hugo, or Valliant, in Southeast Oklahoma.

Raymond Gary state park is enjoyed by everyone. It's a great place for:

Fishing:

In the past, The Oklahoma Department of Wildlife has conducted electrofishing surveys on the lakes in Oklahoma. The last data that I could locate was released in February of 2003. According to that article on the Kansas Angler Website:

"Among lakes smaller than 1,000 acres, Adair Recreation Lake in Adair County produced the most bass per hour during spring electrofishing surveys conducted by the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation.

In terms of overall numbers, Adair Lake produced 198 bass per hour of electrofishing, a big jump from last year when it yielded 124 bass per hour. Ranking second was Mountain Lake in Garvin County with nearly 183 bass per hour, followed by Lake Raymond Gary in Choctaw County (128 bass per hour), Taylor Lake in Grady County (124 bass per hour) and American Horse Lake in Blaine County (122 bass per hour)."

Lake Raymond Gary is managed by the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife, it is not a corp of engineer lake. They routinely stock it with catfish. The crappie and bass are popular catches at the lake also!

Daily/Minimum Size Limits: All species of black bass; six (6) combined per day, of which only one (1) may be 22 inches or longer / 16- to 22-inch protected slot limit. Channel and/or blue catfish; six (6) per day / no size limit.
Methods: Fishing limited to only two (2) rods and reels per person. Fishing limited to rod and reel and bowfishing. No other method of fishing allowed.

There are two boat ramps in the park and ample parking for your truck and boat trailer while you're on the water.

Camping:

120 Campsites - Raymond Gary offer both RV sites with full hookups and tent sites. Many of the RV sites have concrete patios and concrete picnic tables. There are two group pavilions also that can reserved. Amenities include comfort stations with showers (hot water).

Playground:

Many local families make use of the park for it's playground for their children. Usually the week-end brings families with a picnic and the camera.

Cabin Rentals: There are several cabins available, some with bath, some with fireplaces.

Swimming: There is a swim beach available.

Canoe Rentals: Ask the park manager when you get there.

Pictures of the cabins, boat ramps, and playground will be uploaded this week-end.

Relocating to Fort Towson, Oklahoma or Lake Raymond Gary? Play Golf? Golfing Choices Around Fort Towson and Lake Raymond Gary

First let me say, that I get questions about the local golf courses and I don't play. I've never been on a golf course. BUT - I do know how to do some research and make some phone calls... put information together. So future Choctaw County Dweller, please bear with me! That said, here we go:

First before heading out, let's check the weather to make sure there's no thunderstorms planned (Avoid those lightning bolts!)

Rock Creek Golf Course is the nearest course to Fort Towson. It is located between Fort Towson and Hugo, in the Sawyer vicinity. It is a public, regulation length, 36 Par, 9 hole public course, located on Fallon Road, covering 3139 yards, with a course rating of 35.5 and slope of 106 from the back tees. It has a driving range. Green fees are around $20 - $25. Phone Number: 580-326-6130.

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Next we travel about 5 miles west to the beautiful Hugo Golf Course. Hugo is also a public 9 hole course, located on highway 271, about 2 ½ miles south of Hugo. They are a 35 Par course of 3020 yards with a Course Rating of 35 and Slope of 118 from the back tees. This golf course was built in the 1920's, does have a driving range. Fees are around $20. Come after 5 pm and it's only $14. Monday is Ladies Day with $5 covering your green fee and cart. Phone Number is 580-326-6549.

Contact the Hugo Golf Course also about the Red River Junior Golf , a non-profit organization, that promotes golf participation by the youth. They use a point system to decide on the provision of scholarships to participating graduating seniors. They encourage families in the area that are interested in their children enjoying the game to contact them about the Junior Club.

The Hugo Golf Course supplied the pictures in today's blog.

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Let's head south just a tad to Paris, Texas. Taking 109 from Fort Towson, you can be in Paris in about 35 to 40 minutes. First up is the Elk Hollow Golf Club at 2200 36^th St NE. Their phone number is 903-785-6585 . They also are a public course of 9 holes covering 3,142 yards. The course has a par of 36 and a course rating of 35 with slope of 113 from the back tees. This course was built in the 1970's, has a driving range and green fees are around $20. You can reach them at 903-785-6585.

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The Paris Golf and Country Club on Highway 195 can be reached at 903-785-6512. They are a private course of 18 holes with a length of 6,143 yards. The 70 par course has a course rating of 67.6 with the slope being 117 from the back tees. Green fees are around $30 to $40 and they do have a driving range.

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The Pine Ridge Golf Course in Paris is located at 5615 Pine Mill Road. Their phone number is 903-785-8076. They are a public course of 18 holes and 5, 855 yards. Par is 72. With a Course Rating of 67 and slope of 106 from the back tees. This is the newest course available in the area, having been built in 1986.

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Instead of going west from Fort Towson, if you head east about 40 minutes, check out the Idabel Country Club Golf Course on the southern Highway 70 by-pass around Idabel. Their phone number is 580-286-7545. They are a public course of 18 holes covering 5,636 yards with a par of 70, Course Rating of 70 and Slope being 112 from the back tees. The Idabel course was built in the 1940's and is a beautiful course.

Last but in no way Least is the Cedar Creek Golf Course at Hochatown, 580-494-6456. Rated 4 Stars by Golf Digest Magazine as "Places to Play 2002" This 18 hole, par 72 course rests against Broken Bow Lake. Fees are around $20 plus cart fee, with discounts for seniors. The course measures 6,603 yards with a Course Rating of 71.3 and a Slope of 128.

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As you can see, there are plenty of choices within a short driving distance, for the golfer that is relocating to Fort Towson, Oklahoma. So COME ON DOWN!

Please give me a call or send an email if I can help you with real estate in McCurtain or Choctaw County, Oklahoma.

Judi Barrett

Integrity Real Estate Services

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