Homes for Rent in Redbird Smith, OK

Redbird Smith, Oklahoma, is a secluded rural community surrounded by oak and hickory forest. Most homes sit on at least 5 acres, giving residents space for livestock, gardens or small farms. Many are manufactured homes, with other options like farmhouses and cabins that rarely come on the market, reinforcing the area’s quiet, low-turnover feel.

Lake Tenkiller, about 9 miles away, shapes daily life for both year-round residents and seasonal “lake-timers.” The lake is 13,000 acres of clear water, and the area includes marinas such as Strayhorn Marina for renting pontoons and ski boats, and Tenkiller State Park with its beaches, camping, cabins and RVs. There are also hiking trails like Gum Springs Trail and the paved Tenkiller Multi-Use Trail in the area. The Illinois River borders part of Redbird Smith, and the Lower Illinois River Public Fishing and Hunting Area draws anglers and hunters using archery equipment or shotguns with pellets.

Families are part of Gore Public Schools or Vian Public Schools. Daily errands and dining require driving: barbecue at Big Daddy’s near the lake, about 9 miles away, Tex-Mex at Rustic Cantina and groceries at Harps Food Store in Vian, about 7 miles away, and a Walmart in Sallisaw, about 18 miles away. Things to do include summer boat races, the Tenkiller Lake Poker Run, and holiday events like Downtown in December in nearby Vian.