Idabel & Hugo

On this week's TravelOK Weekender, it's all about smoke shacks and animal sanctuaries. Find our where to eat, stay and play in Idabel and Hugo.
Weekender Section: eat
Phat Tabb's BBQ in Idabel specializes in mouthwatering smoked meats, made-in-house sides and delicious specials. Photo by Lori Duckworth/Oklahoma Tourism.

Phat Tabb's BBQ

Open four days a week for lunch until they sell out, Phat Tabb's BBQ in Idabel proudly serves prime-grade beef, all-natural pork, poultry products and more all smoked to perfection. This craft barbecue joint in McCurtain County is big on smokey ...

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Weekender Section: stay
Book a relaxing getaway surrounded by beautiful scenery in an Oklahoma Territory-themed cabin and enjoy the animals at Buffalo Trails Cabins & Petting Zoo in Hugo.

Buffalo Trails Cabins & Petting Zoo

Whether you're seeking a destination vacation or a micro-adventure close to home, Buffalo Trails Cabins & Petting Zoo offers a family-friendly Western experience on 109 acres in Hugo. With eight cabins uniquely decorated to represent ...

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Weekender Section: play
Meet the playful elephants of the Endangered Ark Foundation in Hugo. Photo by Laci Schwoegler/Oklahoma Tourism.

Endangered Ark Foundation

See the second largest herd of Asian elephants in America at the Endangered Ark Foundation in Hugo. This non-profit organization was started in 1993 by D.R. and Isla Miller to help preserve endangered elephants and educate the public about these ...

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