Cities & Towns in Le Flore County, OK
Le Flore County, county in Oklahoma, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 49,935 inhabitants. The county was created 118 years ago in 1907. Its county seat is Poteau.
There are 2 city/town in Le Flore County, OK. The largest city of Le Flore County is Spiro with a population of 2,154. Other cities include and Shady Point population 997
Shady Point
Shady Point, Human settlement in Le Flore County, Oklahoma, United States of America
Le Flore County is located in eastern Oklahoma, along the Arkansas border. The county seat is Poteau. Here are some details on Le Flore County's cities and towns:
Poteau
- With around 8,500 residents, Poteau is the largest city in Le Flore County
- Home to the Le Flore County Courthouse, a historic Art Deco building from the 1930s
- Known for attractions like the Poteau River and Lake Wister State Park
Heavener
- City of around 3,000 people founded in the 1890s
- Hosts an annual Oklahoma Scottish Festival & Highland Games
- Home to the Heavener Runestone Park, which contains ancient undeciphered carvings
Spiro
- Small town of around 2,600 residents established along the railroad
- Site of the ancient Spiro Mounds archeological site
- Operates the Spiro Mounds Archaeological Center
Arkoma
- Located along the Oklahoma-Arkansas border, this town has around 1,800 residents
- Known as the "Gateway to Oklahoma", a nickname that appears on the town water tower
- Home to the Arrowhead Casino and other area gaming venues
Talihina
- Village of around 1,100 people founded in the 1890s
- Hosts a popular Southeastern Oklahoma Oil & Gas Expo each year
- Home to the Historic Talihina Downtown District
In summary, Le Flore County has a rich pioneer and Native American history, with natural beauty found along its lakes and rivers. The largest city, Poteau, serves as the county hub today.
All Le Flore County Cities (Aphebetical)
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Le Flore County.
| City Name | Population |
|---|---|
| Shady Point | 997 |
| Spiro | 2,154 |
