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OKC’s News9 Features Mountain Vista Cabin In Holiday Series

David Payne Trout Fishing Broken Bow, Oklahoma

News 9 Chief Meteorologist David Payne toured Beavers Bend State Park. He featured Mountain Vista Cabin, landed a huge trout and enjoyed Broken Bow Lake.

David, along with anchor Dana Hertneky and crew, spent time aboard the famous Tiki Boat and enjoyed lunch at Rolling Fork Takery.

I’ve been away from the blog for a while writing the upcoming Beavers Bend book with Oklahoma Hall of Fame member, Bob Burke. It’s scheduled to be released in 2021 and will highlight the history and recent tourism boom in our area.

2020 has been a weird year to say the least. It’s been the busiest in history at Mountain Vista. We’ve had hundreds on the waiting list during the summer and holidays.

Beavers Bend has many visitors discovering it for the first time. Broken Bow’s popularity is at an all-time high. Make sure to reserve your 2021 dates soon.

Thanks to News9 for making the trip to Beavers Bend!

Jerry Isbell2023-03-02T20:39:54+00:00December 15th, 2020|News9 Holiday Adventures|

Corps of Engineers Beavers Bend Water Release Statement

I contacted the Corps of Engineers about their generating policies on Mountain Fork River. I wanted to know why they generate on weekends. Generating impacts tourists and float businesses in Beavers Bend. Their timely response is below.

Check the links below before planning a float trip on Mountain Fork River.

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Thank you for reaching out to us.

In most cases, the water manager provides a minimum and maximum release a week in advance, and SWPA plans their releases 2-3 days in advance based on power demands. SWPA may change releases on the day-of, if power demand shifts or if another project needs to be shut down and cannot produce hydropower. Also, we may alter releases day-of if there is downstream flooding.

Typically power demand on weekends is low, which is why there aren’t releases as often during weekends. When releases are done during weekends, particularly on holiday weekends, it is usually because Broken Bow is flooded. This can be checked on our website (http://www.swt-wc.usace.army.mil/lowerred.basinpie.fp.html). If the project is in the flood pool, particularly if it’s over 5% and rain is expected the following week, we have to make releases for public safety.

One thing that confuses people is that we aren’t allowed to make “pre-releases,” meaning I can’t drop Broken Bow ahead of time because there is rain in the forecast. If I were to release ahead of time and then the rain fell slightly downstream I could contribute to flooding there. Another confusing thing is that sometimes we will have releases shut down while it’s raining and the pool is in flood stage. Typically that’s because projects downstream are flooding and we don’t want to contribute to further damage/danger there so we wait to release until downstream is done flooding.

Another reason we might make weekend releases is if there is a Swift Water Rescue Training or other special ops (like last weekend). These aren’t typically done on holiday weekends, but we do work with the firefighters’ schedule. Public safety, including preventing drowning, typically takes priority over canoeing or other recreational activity requiring low flow.

SWPA’s hydro schedule for weekends come out Friday and that they are tentative and subject to change due to power demands or changing flood risk conditions.

We understand that businesses and livelihoods are affected by releases, so please know that SWPA and the water manager do try to plan around busy days, but also keep in mind that Broken Bow was created for 1) flood control, 2) hydropower 3) water supply, as well as recreation and wildlife, so those first 3 purposes must be balanced, and may at any given point take priority.

Please feel free to reach back out to us if you have any further questions.

Stacey Reese
Public Affairs Specialist
Tulsa District

Jerry Isbell2023-05-01T21:39:14+00:00June 16th, 2020|Mountain Fork River Floating|

Fly Fish Beavers Bend

Fly fish Beavers Bend with world-class expert guides!

I was honored to have Rob and Jenny Woodruff stop by Mountain Vista to tour the cabin and checkout the views. We had a great discussion about fly fishing in Beavers Bend. They’re the only trout anglers in the region endorsed by Orvis.

Rob and Jenny are in high demand in multiple states and globally. Their kindness and fly fishing expertise blew me away!

Fly Fish Beavers Bend

They’re committed to showing you an outstanding adventure on Mountain Fork River. These world-renowned pros strive to preserve the river’s habitat. Rob and Jenny enjoy educating clients about multiple techniques and entomology.

Fly Fish Beavers Bend-Learn From Pros!

Proper conservation and fly fishing ethics are the reason they’re considered the top trout guides in the region. Rob and Jenny only accept two clients each per-outing. This enables them to provide top-notch individualized attention.

They provide Orvis state-of-the-art technology, including all the tackle and supplies you’ll need. Lunch is even provided on full-day trips. Rob and Jenny’s clients range from novice to professionals. They’ll help you improve casting techniques and teach you the fine art of presentation.

Follow Jenny on Instagram to see scores of beautiful fish and happy clients. Rob’s a perfect gentleman, but he doesn’t allow Jenny to get the upper hand when landing trophy size trout. Checkout his Instagram page!

Fly Fish Beavers Bend

We’ll have Mountain Fork River fly fishing and luxury cabin stay packages at Mountain Vista announced soon!

Remember to book your 2017 Broken Bow fishing trip early with them. They’re highly popular and spend over 200 days per-year wading the beautiful streams of Mountain Fork River. All trips are catch and release.

Fly fish Beavers Bend in style with Beavers Bend’s only prestigious Orvis endorsed professionals. Contact Rob and Jenny to enjoy a fantastic day on Mountain Fork River.

admin2022-10-24T13:51:27+00:00April 5th, 2017|fly fishing|

Beavers Bend Deal Alert

Beavers Bend Deal Alert! $100/night off Mountain Vista luxury cabin, September 11-15.

There are scores of cabins in Beavers Bend. Very few with views like ours that are offering deals like this.

We only have one weekend opening until December (November 10-13). That will be the perfect time to visit Broken Bow Lake. The foliage in Beavers Bend State Park should be near peak.

When researching luxury vacation cabins in our area, do your homework. Add-on fees continue to pop up among cabin management companies in Broken Bow.

Ask a few questions before forking over your credit card for a Beavers Bend getaway.

Why am I being charged a resort fee?
What are incidental fees?
Why the insurance fee charge?
Seriously, you’re charging me $40 for a generic s’mores kit?
A charge for firewood…are you crazy?
Why do you charge a cleaning fee while many others do not?

Holiday Update

All holidays are booked at Mountain Vista in 2016 except New Year’s Eve. Reserve your 2017 dates now. Spring Break will begin filling soon.

We decided years ago to never get into the “add-on-fee” business with our guests. These are unnecessary charges and often tack on 20% to the nightly rate.

Remember the Mountain Vista difference…we always feature free firewood and s’mores kits. No generic junk at our vacation home! You’ll never pay resort, insurance, incidental or hot tub fees when reserving our luxury cabin!

A few dates remain open for fall foliage season in Beavers Bend. Contact us at 405-535-8055 or reserve online.

Our app fans always get the inside scoop first when we announce VIP offers. Download the Beavers Bend app we created that is enjoyed by thousands.

I see lots of companies posting pictures of nice looking cabins but not indicating a surprise you’ll discover a few feet away…another cabin. Do your homework and demand perimeter pictures of any property before reserving a cabin in Beavers Bend.

We’re only five miles from Broken Bow Lake and a couple of minutes drive to Mountain Fork River.

Remember, there are rental cabins owned by companies with 30-60 other properties and vacation homes in Beavers Bend State Park. Mountain Vista is our vacation home and you’ll see the difference upon arrival!

admin2019-07-05T17:10:53+00:00September 10th, 2016|Travel Deals, TravelOK|

Floating The Mountain Fork River

Interested in floating the Mountain Fork River?

Here’s a great video of KTBS Television meteorologist, Brian Fowler, floating the Mountain Fork River in Beavers Bend.

Remember to follow the safety tips highlighted in Brian’s feature. Floating down the Mountain Fork River in Beavers Bend State Park is a breathtaking experience. Definitely put this on your “Must Do” list when visiting Broken Bow, OK.

KTBS always does amazing features on our tourist attractions in Southeastern Oklahoma. Getting to our Mountain Vista luxury cabin in Beavers Bend State Park is an easy road trip from anywhere in the ArkLaTex. Popular KTBS reporter/anchor, Rick Rowe, has done numerous features on the Broken Bow Lake area through the years.

There are many fantastic companies that provide training and guided trips down Mountain Fork River. They’re listed on our Beavers Bend app. Whether you’re in a kayak or canoe, you’ll enjoy the scenery, cold water and wildlife.

Enjoy the video!

By Jerry Isbell

admin2019-07-05T17:10:32+00:00July 29th, 2014|Media, television news|

Top 5 Inexpensive Activities In Beavers Bend

Are you planning on visiting Beavers Bend cabins and wondering which activities are definitely “Must Do’s” and easy on the pocketbook? There are many things to do in the Kiamichi Mountain region, do not try to fit them all in during a three-day visit to Broken Bow Lake. Remember to enjoy a little down time by reading a good book on our secluded decks at Mountain Vista. Here are a few suggestions that will help you make lifetime memories with your family when taking your Beavers Bend vacation.

1. David Boren Hiking Trail: It features easy and challenging terrains and the gorgeous bluffs and water views give photographers outstanding opportunities to capture the beauty of Beavers Bend State Park.

2. Coffee at the Beavers Bend Restaurant: Take a jaunt into the state park area, only a couple of miles from Mountain Vista, and sit on the outside deck. It is the perfect way to start off your day while taking in the scenery of the Mountain Fork River. After coffee, take a short walk down to the river and take it all in. This area is also superb for snapping a few pictures. The sights and sounds are breathtaking.

3. Play Cedar Creek Golf Course: Known as “Little Augusta,” the towering pines, narrow fairways and plush greens will challenge any golfers skills and you will enjoy being nestled in nature. Their green fees are surprisingly inexpensive.

4. A Guided Canoe Trip Down Mountain Fork River: There are numerous outfits in Beavers Bend offering guided tours of this McCurtain County masterpiece. Get our app for a complete list of other activities we recommend. Whether it is Broken Bow Lake or Mountain Fork River, make sure you get on the water while visiting our area.

5. Horseback & Train Rides: Both are offered in the area and many of our guests love spending time with their children and introducing them to something outside of their comfort zones. When is the last time your family climbed aboard a horse? Give it a try!

Thanks for reading, we’ll continue to offer news and features about Beavers Bend State Park and Broken Bow Lake here on the blog. Check back often, we appreciate our many readers!

By Jerry Isbell

admin2019-07-05T17:10:20+00:00March 26th, 2014|ArkLaTex Travel, Best cabins in Beavers Bend, Boating, Broken Bow Cabin Lodging, cabins in Broken Bow, Cedar Creek Golf Course, dfw travel, luxury vacation cabins, outdoors, travel blogs|

Meet Our Beavers Bend Cabin Guests…Skeeter Boats Executive, Jeff Stone

His iconic brand is synonymous with great quality and craftsmanship and was the first bass boat designed in the United States. These legendary crafts grace the waters around the world and Broken Bow Lake on a daily basis. With fishing and boating season quickly approaching, I visited with Jeff Stone, Senior Vice-President and General Manager of Skeeter Boats, and one of our great guests at Mountain Vista luxury cabin.

Stone, a Longview, Texas native, has been visiting the Broken Bow Lake and Beavers Bend State Park area for many years and has relished relaxing on scenic hunting and fishing lands since childhood. He spent countless hours outdoors with family as a youngster and parlayed his fishing and boating affinity into a tremendous career. “We had Skeeter boats as a kid, but I never envisioned I’d be running Skeeter! It’s been a dream come true job.”

He frequently travels to Southeastern Oklahoma with friends and family and enjoys everything our area has to offer. “We’ve been to Beavers Bend so many times, we enjoy being together as a large group, sitting out by the fire and playing golf. We’ve trout fished the streams (Mountain Fork River). Mountain Vista is in the same category as cabins in Colorado and other luxury destinations. I would strongly recommend your cabin to someone that really enjoys nature while desiring top class amenities. Your cabin is in a very nice location and I think it’s the best view up there.”

Stone suggests potential new boat buyers do extensive research and ask themselves a litany of questions before making their purchase. “Make sure you identify how you’re going to use the boat, whether it’s fishing or water sports. If you’re fishing, what style are you going to do? What size lakes will you be on and do you plan on tournament fishing or recreational angling? If water sports is your focus, will you ski? Will you be with small or large groups?”

Stone has been in charge of Skeeter since 2001and has seen many changes happen in the boating industry during his career. I was impressed with his true passion for Skeeter and their customers during our conversation. It’s easy to see how he’s risen to such lofty heights as an executive in the boating world. Many brands have gone by the wayside but Skeeter continues to remain committed to their fans, ranging from the weekend recreational user to professional angler.

Stone enjoys a birds-eye view of the best fishing spots in the country aboard various models of his Skeeter boats, “I’m very fortunate to work in an industry that I enjoy. I get to see a lot of places and enjoy how our products are used. From Saltwater fishing in Florida and South Louisiana to fishing some of the large cold water lakes in Minnesota with great walleye and smallmouth. I also enjoy fishing some of our great lakes here in East Texas.”

Thanks to Skeeter leader Jeff Stone for visiting our Mountain Vista vacation home and offering great insight into the boating world. He recommends “it’s very important to develop a strong relationship with your Skeeter dealer and get to know them very well.”

Visit your local Skeeter dealer for cash rebate promotions running through March. Jeff can’t help our fishing skills but can definitely give us the greatest technology to land “The Big Bass” on Broken Bow Lake!

By Jerry Isbell

admin2021-09-17T10:49:23+00:00January 14th, 2014|BASS, BassMaster, boat building and manufacturing, Boating, boating executives, fishing boats|