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The Atlas/Oklahoma/Cherokee Hills Byway (OK-10)

Cherokee Hills Byway (OK-10)

165 mi
Length
4
Verified stops
1,220 ft
High point
Scenic
Road type

Oklahoma's Cherokee Hills National Scenic Byway (designated 2009) runs 84 miles along State Highway 10 from Gore north through Tahlequah to West Siloam Springs on the Arkansas border. The southern half traces the eastern shore of Lake Tenkiller through forested Cookson Hills, while the northern stretch parallels the clear waters of the Illinois River past stone bluffs and dense Ozark foothills. OK-10 through the Tahlequah corridor is noted for long, flowing sweepers, limited sight lines around blind wooded corners, and consistent tree canopy. The Cherokee Nation capital at Tahlequah is on-route.

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Tahlequah

The historic capital of the Cherokee Nation serves as the eastern starting point of the byway.

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Braum's

A regional dairy chain offering a convenient spot to fuel up on food before heading out.

Mile 80.0

Kellyville

A small Oklahoma town marking a useful midpoint rest stop along the route.

Mile 165.0

Copan

A quiet northeastern Oklahoma town that marks the western end of the byway.

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