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Spiro
Half a day for the Spiro Mounds, then move on: the town itself has no other reason to stop.
Spiro is a small Oklahoma town whose only draw is the Spiro Mounds Archaeological Park, a 140-acre site with 12 burial mounds from a major Mississippian trading centre (850–1450 AD). The town itself offers nothing else for a traveller. Most visitors come as a side trip from Poteau or Fort Smith and leave after a couple of hours.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Mar–May, Sep–Nov
- avoid Jul–Aug (heat), tornado season Apr–Jun
- Airports
- FSM · TUL
- Nights
- 0
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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
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- 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 Spiro911 ▾
- 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 Spiro, 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
- SafetyVery safe small 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 30 min 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.
- Museum or sight ticketSpiro Mounds entryOklahoma Historical Society site; likely free or small donation.check
- Budget bedMotel room (Poteau or Fort Smith), a night, per roomUS$60
- Mid-range bedMotel room (Poteau or Fort Smith), a night, per roomUS$90
- High-end bedMotel room (Poteau or Fort Smith), a night, per roomUS$150
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$50 · Mid US$100 · 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 30 min drive; rental cars available.) · TUL Tulsa International Airport (About 2 h drive.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Feb
not flagged
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Mar
Best
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Apr
Care
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
May
Care
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Jun
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jul
Avoid
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Aug
Avoid
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Sep
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Oct
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Nov
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Dec
not flagged
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Best: Mar, Sep–Nov. Mixed: Apr–May. Avoid: Jun–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)), coolest Jan (−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C) low), wettest May (11 rain days), driest Jan (6). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Spiro: 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
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
6 rd
Feb
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
7 rd
Mar
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
9 rd
Apr
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
9 rd
May
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
11 rd
Jun
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
9 rd
Jul
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
7 rd
Aug
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
6 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
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
7 rd
Dec
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
7 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. No public transport within Spiro or to the mounds.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Spiro Mounds Archaeological Park
goDoor to door: 15 min from Spiro centre
Car: SH-9 east from Spiro, then W.D. Mayo Lock and Dam Road
The only reason to come. Allow 1–2 hours.
Poteau
goDoor to door: 10 min
Car: US-271 south
Lunch and Cavanal Hill.
Talihina
goDoor to door: 45 min
Car: US-271 south then SH-1 east
Talimena Scenic Drive.
Broken Bow, Oklahoma
goDoor to door: 1 h 15 min
Car: US-271 south then SH-3 east
Beavers Bend State Park.
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.
Poteau
10 min west; more motels and food options.
Fort Smith, AR
30 min east; full-service hotels.
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
- $50–80 excl. bed
- Mid
- $80–150 excl. bed
- High
- $150+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Motel room (Poteau or Fort Smith)1 × 1 night × US$90 | US$90 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$100 | US$200 |
| Trip total≈ US$145 per person per day, bed included | US$290 |
2026 estimate in USD. No public transport costs.
Prices of common things
| Spiro Mounds entryOklahoma Historical Society site; likely free or small donation. | check |
| Petrol (gallon) | $3.00–3.50 |
| Lunch in Poteau | $10–15 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Spiro Mounds hours and seasonal closures: check the Oklahoma Historical Society page before you go.
- Tornado season runs April–June; have a weather app and know the shelter plan.
- No petrol station or shop at the mounds; fill up in Spiro or Poteau.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 911
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Spiro → Poteau by car: about 10 min
- Spiro → Fort Smith by car: about 30 min
No public transport; all times by car.
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 Spiro. 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 (heat), tornado season Apr–Jun · 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
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
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