Cities & Towns in Cherokee County, OK

Cherokee County, county in Oklahoma, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 49,019 inhabitants. The county was created 117 years ago in 1907. Its county seat is Tahlequah.

There are 3 city/town in Cherokee County, OK. The largest city of Cherokee County is Tahlequah with a population of 16,998. Other cities include, Park Hill population 3,909 and Hulbert population 580

Tahlequah
Tahlequah

Tahlequah, City in Oklahoma

Park Hill
Park Hill

Park Hill, Census-designated place in Cherokee County, Oklahoma

Hulbert
Hulbert

Hulbert, Town in Cherokee County, Oklahoma, United States

Cherokee County is located in northeastern Oklahoma along the Arkansas border. The county seat is Tahlequah. Here are some details on Cherokee County's cities and towns:

Tahlequah

  • County seat and largest city with around 16,000 residents
  • Home to Northeastern State University and the Cherokee Heritage Center
  • Known as the capital of the Cherokee Nation

Hulbert

  • Small town of around 550 residents located south of Tahlequah
  • Named after early settler Chief Hulbert
  • Home to Driver's Flat Historic District known for Victorian architecture

Fort Gibson

  • Town of around 4,000 residents established as a military fort in 1824
  • Site of significant Civil War battles and events with historic sites
  • Home to Fort Gibson National Cemetery

Welling

  • Tiny unincorporated community of around 115 residents
  • Known for the Five Civilized Tribes Museum, highlighting Cherokee culture
  • Home to ancient rock carvings and archaeological sites

Peggs

  • Rural town with around 230 residents, first settled in the 1890s
  • Host to the annual Peggs Community Picnic featuring live music and food
  • Governed by a town board of trustees

In summary, Cherokee County reflects the history and culture of the Cherokee Nation, centered around Tahlequah with smaller towns showcasing Oklahoma's heritage.

All Cherokee County Cities (Aphebetical)

List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Cherokee County.

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City Name Title Population
Hulbert Town in Cherokee County, Oklahoma, United States 580
Park Hill Census-designated place in Cherokee County, Oklahoma 3,909
Tahlequah City in Oklahoma 16,998
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