BROKEN BOW, Okla., Nov. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- Tourism is up nearly 40% in Southeast Oklahoma, primarily due to North Texans. To say thank you and welcome back, most McCurtain County lodging operators have lowered their winter rates up to 25%. * We call it our "cozy fireplace" discount.

In McCurtain County -- the Beavers Bend State Park area -- your weekend getaway can include almost any kind of lodging you prefer -- from a rustic cottage to modern motels to elegantly appointed log cabins with hot tubs and fireplaces nestled in the towering pines, as well as unique bed & breakfasts and luxury resorts.

Charity O'Donnell, Executive Director, McCurtain County Tourism Authority http://www.mccurtaincountygetaways.com said, "It has been a great year and we want to thank all of our north Texas friends. December and January is the perfect time of year for a 'Romantic Getaway.' Here, you and that special loved one can snuggle in front of a warm, cozy fireplace and just get away from work, traffic and the hectic big city life. In the Kiamichi Mountains, the two of you can enjoy complete relaxation and the solitude of deep mountain lakes and tall piney woods. It's a very peaceful and romantic environment.

"If you absolutely must have some outdoor activity, it is right out your back door. In McCurtain County, you can hike and/or bike miles of secluded trails, watch Bald Eagles, play mountain golf, horseback ride, explore 8 different museums and, of course, fish Oklahoma's best trout stream. Winter trout fishing on the Lower Mountain Fork River is some of the best in the country. And it is all less than a 3-hour drive from the Dallas-Fort Worth area."

LIFE Magazine named McCurtain County's Beavers Bend as one of the "100 Places To See In Your Lifetime" and The Dallas Observer voted McCurtain County the "Best Getaway from Dallas."

Discover McCurtain County ... it's Southeast Oklahoma's little piece of paradise.

To make reservations and take advantage of our winter "cozy fireplace" rental rates. Visit our website at http://www.mccurtaincountygetaways.com Or call 800-528-7337.

* Winter rates vary per lodging operator. Most operators have lowered their winter rates up to 25% off their spring/summer rates. See web site for list and rates.

About McCurtain County -

McCurtain County in Southeast Oklahoma's Beavers Bend State Park area is the perfect vacation destination for a weekend getaway or family vacation. It has all the best in natural beauty highlighted by deep mountain lakes, National Forests, an abundance of wildlife, water and boating activities, the state's best trout fishing and lodging in peaceful surroundings. McCurtain County is an easy 2 1/2 to 4-hour drive from Dallas, Fort Worth, Oklahoma City, Tulsa, Tyler, Little Rock and Shreveport.

    For More Information, Contact:
    Jim Drewitz, Public Relations
    Creative Options Communications
    830-669-2466/ jim@jdcreativeoptions.com

SOURCE McCurtain County Tourism Authority