Atoka County

Atoka County is an administrative division in southeastern Oklahoma with mountains in the east and several creeks flowing toward Red River. The land features varied terrain ranging from forested hills to open river valleys.

The territory became part of the Choctaw Nation after they relocated there in the 1830s. Boundaries were drawn according to natural landmarks rather than the standard grid system used elsewhere in America.

The area preserves places that tell the story of both Choctaw Nation history and early settlement periods. Visitors walking through the county can see how these different cultural layers have left their mark on the landscape today.

Spring and autumn offer the best conditions for exploring, with mild weather and easy road conditions throughout the county. The town of Atoka serves as the main hub where visitors can find basic services and supplies.

A lake near the county lent its name to a geological time period used worldwide by scientists. This surprising connection between a local water feature and global scientific naming shows how small places can influence major discoveries.

Location: Oklahoma

Inception: July 16, 1907

Capital city: Atoka

Shares border with: Pittsburg County, Pushmataha County, Choctaw County, Bryan County, Johnston County, Coal County

Website: https://atokaok.org

GPS coordinates: 34.38000,-96.05000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:48