It is 20.47 miles (32.94 km) long[1][2] and has one lettered spur route, SH-80A.

[2] After heading through Fort Gibson, it enters Cherokee County.

It roughly parallels the Cherokee/Wagoner County line before meeting the east end of State Highway 251A.

It then heads east before curving back north and zig-zagging to its northern end with SH-51.

[1] The route is known for its winding curves as it traverses the eastern shores of Fort Gibson Lake and is popular among motorcyclists.