Poteau is a compact, affordable, friendly town that makes a comfortable home base for multi‑week travel therapy — quiet evenings, local diners, and easy access to outdoor escapes like Cavanal Hill (marketed as the “world’s highest hill”), nearby trails, rivers and community events that keep weekends interesting.
When you want bigger-city options, Fort Smith, AR is only about 30–35 miles away and McAlester, OK roughly 70–75 miles, both offering larger hospitals, more dining/entertainment and shopping for days off.