There's plenty to explore in Durant
Durant may be the Magnolia Capital of Oklahoma, but there is a lot more to this community than just the beautiful flowering trees.

This town of 14,000 residents in southeastern Oklahoma is home to many attractions, such as Lake Texoma with its camping and fishing opportunities, plus historic Fort Washita, dating from 1842, the Three Valley Museum, featuring Choctaw artifacts, and food and shopping in historic downtown Durant.

As I drove into Durant, a sign for a local farmers market caught my eye. I pulled off the highway to find a newly constructed barn and lots of fresh produce and homemade goods. The variety and quality were better than a lot of markets I've explored.

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