October is a wonderful time to explore the Texoma area. Summer’s hottest days begin to give way to cooler mornings and evenings, while local festivals, live music and outdoor activities offer plenty of reasons to plan a fall getaway.
Located near Durant, Denison and Lake Texoma, RiverView RV & Recreational Park provides a peaceful home base for enjoying everything the area has to offer. Spend the day exploring, then return to RiverView to relax beneath the trees along the Red River.
Here are a few ways to make the most of October in Texoma.
Enjoy Live Music in Downtown Durant
Downtown Durant is welcoming fall with free outdoor concerts at Market Square.
The Wilder Blue, joined by Tanner Legg, will perform on Thursday, October 1. The series continues on Thursday, October 8, with Diamond Rio and opening performer Aaron Gibson. Both concerts begin at 7 p.m.
Bring a lawn chair, explore downtown and enjoy an evening of live music under the stars. Before the show, stop for dinner at one of Durant’s local restaurants or browse the shops around downtown.
Afterward, RiverView offers a quiet place to settle in for the night away from the crowds and activity.
Celebrate Fall in Downtown Denison
On Saturday, October 3, the Denison Fall Festival returns to historic downtown Denison from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
This annual community tradition fills Main Street with food, shopping, local vendors, live entertainment and family-friendly activities. It is a fun opportunity to spend the day outdoors, discover local businesses and enjoy the atmosphere of downtown Denison.
While you are there, leave time to explore the surrounding shops, restaurants, murals and historic architecture. Denison is an easy drive from RiverView, making the festival a convenient addition to a weekend stay.
Experience October at Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge
Fall is an especially rewarding time to visit Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge, an 11,000 acre refuge located along the Big Mineral Arm of Lake Texoma. Its marshes, creeks, woodlands, grasslands and farm fields provide habitat for more than 300 species of birds and many other varieties of wildlife.
Visitors can explore hiking trails, take a scenic drive, watch for wildlife or bring a camera for nature photography.
Hagerman also has several scheduled activities during October. The Second Saturday Bird Walk will be held on October 10 from 8 to 9:30 a.m. Participants can explore the refuge with experienced birders while learning more about the species found there.
On October 17, the free Refuge Rocks youth program will feature “Creatures of the Night.” Designed for children ages 5 through 10, the hands-on program introduces young nature explorers to the wildlife that becomes active after sunset. Advance registration may be required for refuge programs, so check the event information before visiting.
Even without attending a scheduled activity, Hagerman is a peaceful place to spend a fall morning or afternoon enjoying the natural side of Texoma.
Spend a Fall Day Around Lake Texoma
October can also be a beautiful time to enjoy Lake Texoma. Cooler weather makes scenic drives, shoreline walks, picnics, fishing and wildlife watching especially inviting.
Pack lunch and find a quiet place to enjoy the view, visit one of the area’s parks or spend the day fishing. Because Lake Texoma crosses the Oklahoma Texas border, anglers should check current license requirements and fishing regulations before heading out.
Conditions and operating hours can change seasonally, so it is always a good idea to confirm details with individual parks, marinas and attractions before your visit.
Slow Down at RiverView
An October getaway does not have to mean filling every minute of the day. Some of the best parts of fall camping happen when you simply slow down and enjoy the season.
Begin the morning with coffee outside your RV or cabin, take a walk around RiverView’s spacious grounds and watch for deer, birds and other wildlife. Spend an afternoon relaxing beneath our mature trees or head toward the Red River to enjoy the view from the bank.
As the day winds down, return from your Texoma adventures and enjoy a quieter evening at the park. RiverView’s spacious RV sites, furnished cabins, gated entry, Wi-Fi, laundry facilities, park store, on-site propane and clean, climate-controlled restrooms and showers help make your stay comfortable and convenient.
Make RiverView Your Home Base for Fall Fun
With live music in Durant, the Denison Fall Festival, outdoor activities at Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge and plenty of ways to enjoy Lake Texoma, October offers something for almost everyone.
RiverView RV & Recreational Park puts you within easy reach of these local experiences while giving you a peaceful place to begin and end each day.
Ready for an October getaway? Reserve your RV site or furnished cabin at RiverView and discover fall in Texoma.