Why go
- City in Oklahoma, United States.
- Known for Rainbow Girls, women in freemasonry.
- Served by Mc Alester Regional Airport (MLC).
History
McAlester is a city in and the county seat of Pittsburg County, Oklahoma. As of the 2020 census, McAlester had a population of 18,171. The town gets its name from James Jackson "J. J." McAlester, an early settler and businessman who later became lieutenant governor of Oklahoma. McAlester married Rebecca Burney, the daughter of a full-blood Chickasaw family, which made him a citizen of the Chickasaw Nation.
Where to stay
1137 S George Nigh Expy, McAlester, OK 74501 · wyndhamhotels.com
1811 S Peaceable Rd, McAlester, OK 74501 · ihg.com
2200 South Ave, McAlester, OK 74501 · wyndhamhotels.com
609 S George Nigh Expy, McAlester, OK 74501 · wyndhamhotels.com
2400 S Main St, McAlester, OK 74501 · valleyinnmcalester.com
400 S George Nigh Expy, McAlester, OK 74501 · choicehotels.com
711 S George Nigh Expy, McAlester, OK 74501 · hilton.com
1510 S Main St, McAlester, OK 74501 · oyorooms.com
425 S George Nigh Expy, McAlester, OK 74501 · extendedstayamerica.com
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1204 S George Nigh Expy, McAlester, OK 74501 · bestwestern.com
731 S George Nigh Expy, McAlester, OK 74501 · choicehotels.com
650 S George Nigh Expy, McAlester, OK 74501 · choicehotels.com
1400 S George Nigh Expy, McAlester, OK 74501 · studio6.com
615 S George Nigh Expy, McAlester, OK 74501
1872 S George Nigh Expy, McAlester, OK 74501
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Restaurants & places to go
Sandwich, Fast Food · Opening hours: 09:30-24:00 Features: takeaway · 603 South George Nigh Expressway, McAlester, 74501 · arbys.com
Burger, Ice Cream, Fast Food · Opening hours: 06:00-22:45 Features: takeaway · 1207 East Carl Albert Parkway, McAlester, 74501 · braums.com
Burger, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Th 06:00-23:00; Fr-Sa 06:00-24:00; Su 07:00-23:00 Features: takeaway · 4295 East US Highway 270, Krebs, 74554 · locations.sonicdrivein.com
Sandwich, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Fr 08:00-22:00; Sa-Su 09:00-22:00 Features: takeaway · 418 South George Nigh Expressway, McAlester, 74501 · restaurants.subway.com
Tex-Mex, Fast Food · Opening hours: 08:00-03:00 Features: takeaway · 508 South George Nigh Expressway, McAlester, 74501 · locations.tacobell.com
Burger, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Fr 07:00-24:00; Sa-Su 08:00-24:00 Features: takeaway · 500 South George Nigh Expressway, McAlester, 74501 · locations.wendys.com
Burger, Fast Food · Features: takeaway · 1758 East Carl Albert Parkway, McAlester, 74501 · mcdonalds.com
Seafood, Steak House, American, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Su 11:00-21:00 Features: air conditioning · 1216 South George Nigh Expressway, McAlester, 74501 · captjohnsok.com
Italian, Pizza, Beer, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Th 11:00-20:00; Fr-Sa 11:00-21:00; Su 11:00-20:00 · 120 Southwest 8th Street, Krebs, 74554 · petes.org
Chicken, Fast Food · Features: takeaway · 707 South George Nigh Expressway, McAlester, 74501 · locations.kfc.com
Cafe · Opening hours: Mo-Th 07:00-22:00; Fr,Sa 08:00-23:00 · 345 East Choctaw Avenue, McAlester, 74501 · spaceshipearth.coffee
Chicken, Fast Food · Features: takeaway
Donut, Fast Food · Features: takeaway
Pizza, Fast Food · Features: takeaway
Chicken, Fast Food · Features: takeaway · 600 South George Nigh Expressway, McAlester, 74501
Coffee Shop, Cafe · Features: takeaway
Tex-Mex, Fast Food · Features: takeaway
Barbecue, Restaurant · Barbecue restaurant
Mexican, Restaurant · Mexican restaurant
Sandwich, Fast Food · Sandwich fast food
Burger, Restaurant · Burger restaurant · 610 North Main Street, McAlester, 74501
Mexican, Restaurant · Mexican restaurant · 1710 East Carl Albert Parkway, McAlester, 74501
Coffee Shop, Cafe · Coffee Shop cafe
Chicken, Fast Food · Chicken fast food · 1756 East Carl Albert Parkway, McAlester, 74501
Mexican, Restaurant · Mexican restaurant · 419 South George Nigh Expressway, McAlester, 74501
Mexican, Restaurant · Mexican restaurant
Coffee Shop, Cafe · Coffee Shop cafe
Mexican, Restaurant · Mexican restaurant
Italian, Restaurant · Italian restaurant · 1746 East Carl Albert Parkway, McAlester, 74501
Japanese, Sushi, Restaurant · Japanese/Sushi restaurant
Restaurant · restaurant
Fast Food · fast food
Cafe · cafe
Restaurant · restaurant
Restaurant · restaurant
Restaurant · restaurant
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Airports
Mc Alester Regional Airport (MLC) 3.6 mi to the centre
Mc Alester, OK, US — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.
Antlers Municipal Airport (ATE) 52 mi to the centre
Antlers, OK, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Atoka Municipal Airport 43 mi to the centre
Atoka, OK, US
Mills Flying M Ranch Airport 8.9 mi to the centre
McAlester, OK, US
Flying H Airport 17 mi to the centre
Ashland, OK, US
Where things are
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Photographs
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When to go
Tourist season
May – September
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Shoulder season
April, October
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Worth avoiding
Deep winter
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Mc Alester Regional Airport (MLC); 25 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for McAlester, Oklahoma. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.
Trains & rail
National rail
Coaches & shuttles
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