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Wilburton
Use Wilburton as a base for Robbers Cave State Park and the Talimena Drive: one night for the park, two if you add the scenic drive.
Wilburton is a small town in Choctaw Country, eastern Oklahoma, best known as the gateway to Robbers Cave State Park. The park offers hiking, rock climbing, and a lake, while the Talimena Scenic Drive starts nearby. The town itself has basic services and a college campus. Most visitors come for the outdoors and stay one or two nights.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Mar–May, Sep–Nov
- avoid Jul–Aug (hot and humid), Dec–Feb (cold, some park facilities limited)
- Airports
- FSM · TUL
- Nights
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Wilburton911 ▾
- Police, fire, ambulance911
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Wilburton, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyWilburton is a small, low-crime town.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police, fire, ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportFSM Fort Smith Regional Airport (About 1 hour drive; rental cars available.).
- Getting aroundYou need a car.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee (diner)$2–3
- Sit-down mealDinner (steak or catfish)$12–20
- Street or quick mealLunch (burger or sandwich)$8–12
- BeerBeer (bottle at store)$2–4
- Budget bedPark cabin (up to 4), a night, per roomUS$120
- Mid-range bedMotel room (double), a night, per roomUS$100
- High-end bedMotel room (double), a night, per roomUS$150
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$60 · Mid US$120 · High US$200
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- FSM Fort Smith Regional Airport (About 1 hour drive; rental cars available.) · TUL Tulsa International Airport (About 2 hours drive.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Feb
Avoid
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Mar
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Apr
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
May
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jun
not flagged
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Jul
Avoid
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Aug
Avoid
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Sep
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Oct
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Nov
Best
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Dec
Avoid
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Best: Mar–May, Sep–Nov. Avoid: Jul–Aug, Dec–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)), coolest Jan (−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C) low), wettest May (10 rain days), driest Jan (6). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Wilburton: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
6 rd
Feb
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
7 rd
Mar
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
9 rd
Apr
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
8 rd
May
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
10 rd
Jun
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
9 rd
Jul
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
7 rd
Aug
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
7 rd
Sep
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
7 rd
Oct
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
7 rd
Nov
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
7 rd
Dec
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
6 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
You need a car. US 270 and State Highway 2 cross the town. The park is about 10 minutes north of town by car.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Talimena Scenic Drive
goDoor to door: About 1 h to the start, 2–3 h for the full drive
Drive south on US 270 to Talihina, then follow the drive east into Arkansas.
54-mile ridge drive; allow half a day with stops.
Poteau
goDoor to door: About 20 min
Drive east on US 270, about 20 min.
Larger town with more dining and the Kerr Mansion.
Heavener Runestone State Park
goDoor to door: About 30 min
Drive south on US 270 then east on OK-1, about 30 min.
Viking runestone site; small park, quick visit.
Broken Bow, Oklahoma
goDoor to door: About 1 h 15 min
Drive south on US 270 then east on US 70, about 1 h 15 min.
Gateway to Beavers Bend State Park; full day trip.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Wilburton town
A few motels and inns near the highway; closest to restaurants.
Robbers Cave State Park
Cabins and campsites inside the park; book ahead in peak season.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $60–90 excl. bed
- Mid
- $90–150 excl. bed
- High
- $150+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Motel room (double)1 × 1 night × US$100 | US$100 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$120 | US$240 |
| Park entrance fee (per vehicle)1 × US$10 · check | US$10 |
| Gas (round trip from Fort Smith)1 × US$30 | US$30 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$38 |
| Trip total≈ US$209 per person per day, bed included | US$418 |
2026 estimate in US dollars; flights and rental car excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee (diner) | $2–3 |
| Lunch (burger or sandwich) | $8–12 |
| Dinner (steak or catfish) | $12–20 |
| Beer (bottle at store) | $2–4 |
| Gas (per gallon)check | $3–4 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Robbers Cave State Park has an entrance fee (check current rate).
- Talimena Drive is closed or hazardous in winter weather; check conditions.
- Cell service can be spotty in the park and on the scenic drive.
- No public transport within the town or to the park.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 911
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Embassy
The nearest US embassy is in Washington, DC. For consular services, the closest is in Oklahoma City (check).
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Fort Smith Airport → Wilburton (taxi): about $80–100, 1 h (check)
- Tulsa Airport → Wilburton (rental car): about $50–80/day plus gas, 2 h
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- How much is it? — How much is it? (how much is it)
- Where is the park entrance? — Where is the park entrance? (where is the park entrance)
English is the primary language; no phrasebook needed.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Wilburton. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Mar–May, Sep–Nov · avoid Jul–Aug (hot and humid), Dec–Feb (cold, some park facilities limited) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 4 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Place pages for Robbers Cave State Park, Talimena Drive, Heavener Runestone.
- Eat pages with verified hours and last orders.
- Seasonal closure fixtures for the scenic drive and park facilities.
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