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Your Local Guide to Calera

Insider picks from our family to yours — the best restaurants, fishing spots, casino tips, and hidden gems around The Homestead.

Restaurants & Dining

Choctaw Casino Buffet

9 min away

All-you-can-eat spread inside the casino — great value and huge variety. Especially popular on weekends.

Insider tip: Go hungry. The seafood nights are legendary.

Catfish King

Durant, OK · 12 min

Local favorite for fried catfish and Southern comfort food. Cash-friendly, no-frills, and delicious.

Insider tip: Order the hush puppies.

Braum's Ice Cream

5–10 min away

A beloved Oklahoma dairy chain with burgers, shakes, and fresh ice cream — a local institution.

Insider tip: Try their hand-dipped cones. You won't regret it.

Walmart Supercenter (Groceries)

Durant · 12 min

Stock up on groceries and cook in the fully equipped kitchen — save money and eat like a local.

Insider tip: Cook breakfast at the Homestead — you'll love the kitchen.

Roadhouse 77

Durant, OK · 10 min

Classic American steakhouse with premium cuts, seafood, and a welcoming atmosphere. Perfect for a special dinner.

Insider tip: Reservations recommended on weekends. Their ribeye is outstanding.

Ernie's

Colbert, OK · 8 min

Local gem serving up hearty comfort food and fresh home-cooked meals. A true neighborhood favorite.

Insider tip: Get there early — it fills up fast. Worth every visit.

Fishing at Lake Texoma

Lake Texoma

15 min away

One of the largest reservoirs in the US and a world-class striper fishing destination. Bring your rod.

Insider tip: Striped bass fishing is phenomenal March through May and again in fall.

Texoma State Park Boat Ramp

Kingston, OK · 20 min

Public boat ramp with trailer parking. Great for getting your own watercraft on the lake.

Insider tip: Arrive early on summer weekends — it gets busy.

Striper Guide Services

Book in advance

Hire a local fishing guide for a half-day or full-day trip. Gear and bait often included.

Insider tip: Search 'Lake Texoma striper guides' — several great outfitters operate here year-round.

Lake Texoma Marina

Denison, TX side · 25 min

Boat rentals, fuel, and supplies. Perfect if you don't bring your own watercraft.

Insider tip: Pontoon boat rentals are great for families.

Casino Tips

Choctaw Casino Resort

9 min away

The main resort with hotel, restaurants, a spa, and the largest casino floor in the area.

Insider tip: Sign up for a free Choctaw Rewards card — earns points on every dollar played.

Live Entertainment at the Grand Theater

choctawcasinos.com

World-class concerts and shows at the Grand Theater inside the resort. Check their schedule.

Insider tip: Book tickets online in advance — popular acts sell out fast.

Table Games, Poker & Slots

Open 24 hours

Hundreds of slot machines plus blackjack, craps, and poker rooms open 24 hours.

Insider tip: Set a budget before you go and treat it as entertainment.

Spa at Choctaw

Book ahead

Full-service spa with massages, facials, and relaxation treatments.

Insider tip: Combine a spa day with a casino evening for a true resort experience.

Local Secrets

Chickasaw Nation Cultural Center

Sulphur, OK · 45 min

A stunning museum celebrating the history and legacy of the Chickasaw people. Absolutely worth a visit.

Insider tip: Free admission. Plan 2–3 hours. The architecture alone is breathtaking.

Chickasaw National Recreation Area

Sulphur, OK · 45 min

Natural springs, swimming holes, and hiking trails in Sulphur — a hidden gem of Oklahoma.

Insider tip: Bring a swimsuit — the cold springs are refreshing even in summer.

WinStar World Casino

Thackerville, OK · 35 min

The world's largest casino just across the Texas border — worth a day trip.

Insider tip: Combine with a visit to the nearby outlet mall.

Sunrise at the Homestead

Right outside your door

Step outside with your coffee and soak in the quiet Oklahoma sunrise over open land.

Insider tip: This is what makes a private rental unforgettable — no hotel lobby, just nature.

Ready to Experience It All?

The Homestead puts you 9 minutes from the casino, 15 from the lake, and steps away from Oklahoma's open skies.

1787 Ventures LLC

The Homestead

1787 Ventures LLC

A Chickasaw-owned family property nestled in Calera, Oklahoma since 1903. Your gateway to Lake Texoma, Choctaw Casino, and over a century of stories.

Chickasaw Owned · Est. 1903

Getting Here

Calera, Oklahoma 74730

  • 9 min to Choctaw Casino & Resort
  • 15 min to Lake Texoma
  • 18 min to Durant, OK
  • 90 min from Dallas / Fort Worth

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