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GOVERNOR It’s hard to explain until you feel it for yourself, but there’s an electricity about Oklahoma these days. Even if you’ve never visited our state, you may have sensed it while watching events like the Women’s College World Series of Softball, the NBA Championship, or the James Beard Award winners featuring Oklahoma chefs and restaurants. But until you come see it for yourself, you might not appreciate how much fun Oklahoma really is. That’s why we’re proud to offer you the 2025 Oklahoma Travel Guide that you now hold in your hands. In this volume, you’ll find hundreds of ways to enjoy our state. Whether you’re hoping to connect with your inner cowboy or cowgirl, sample our many world-renowned eateries, or explore one of our nearly three dozen scenic state parks, this guide has your recipe for a good time in the Sooner State. In 2023, tourism generated $12.3 billion in direct spending—more than a 4 percent increase over the previous year. That same year, the industry supported more than 108,000 jobs for our citizens and generated over $42 million in state and local tax revenue. But more than the economic impact is the human one: When you come to Oklahoma, you’re bound to make a friend. Our people are hospitable, outgoing, and always excited to meet and help those who’ve come to visit. We’re proud of our state, and we’re happy to welcome you. We know you’ll have an amazing time in Oklahoma. Safe travels, Governor J. Kevin Stitt

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Dubbed “Green Country,” northeastern Oklahoma has something for everyone, from sprawling lakes and outdoor adventures to all the urban cool of Tulsa and beyond. Green Country Tourism (918) 744-0588 or greencountryok.com

In this fishing paradise, clear lakes, flowing waterfalls, and the ancient Arbuckle Mountains sidle up to hopping small towns, unforgettable festivals, and mind-boggling scenic drives. Chickasaw Country Marketing Association (580) 618-5979 or chickasawcountry.com

CENTRAL OKLAHOMA From athletic triumphs with the NBA, Big XII, and SEC; a nationally renowned food scene; or museums and cultural attractions with endless hours of fascination, Oklahoma’s central region has it all.

SOUTHEAST OKL AHOMA The Ouachita Mountains of Choctaw Country attract visitors by the millions every year to this outdoor paradise, whether they come for a weekend of fly fishing, hiking, or spa treatments and endless delicious restaurants. choctawcountry.com

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SOUTHWEST OKLAHOMA Where the Great Plains rise up toward the scenic Wichita Mountains, visitors come in search of hiking and rock climbing adventures, Indigenous cultures, and some of the most incredible sunsets anywhere. Great Plains Country Association (580) 606-2950 or greatplainscountry.com

N O RT H W E S T O K L A H O M A Geological formations make this area unlike anywhere else in the state, whether you’re navigating the sand dunes at Little Sahara State Park, digging for crystals at the Great Salt Plains, or hiking to Oklahoma’s highest point at the top of Black Mesa. Red Carpet Country Association (580) 327-4918 or redcarpetcountry.com

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TOURISM IN OKLAHOMA Tourism is the third-largest industry in Oklahoma —and the second-largest when it comes to attracting out-of-state dollars. In 2022 alone: Tourism in Oklahoma generated $11.8 billion in spending, a 12.3 percent increase over 2021, generating a total of $2.9 billion in direct earnings. 18.3 million visitors came to Oklahoma. Tourism generated $833 million in state and local tax revenue. More than 103,000 jobs were created by direct travel spending.

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The Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department maintains nine Travel Information Centers around the state. In addition to clean restrooms, great gift shops, and Oklahoma travel brochures and maps, many of these locations now feature dog parks, selfie stops, picnic areas, and more. Each center is open seven days a week during regular business hours, with the exception of the State Capitol location, which is open Monday through Friday. For more information, visit TravelOK.com/WelcomeCenters.

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Erick: On Interstate 40, nine miles east of the Texas border. (580) 526-3283

Miami: Interstate 44 and Will Rogers Turnpike, seventeen miles southwest of the Missouri border. (918) 542-9303.

Thackerville: Interstate 35, four miles north of the Texas border. (580) 276-9912 ARRIVING FROM THE NORTH Blackwell: Interstate 35, ten miles south of the Kansas border. (580) 363-2624

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OKLAHOMA CITY Interstate 35, exit 137 12229 North I-35 Service Road (405) 478-4637 Offers PIKEPASS Service STATE CAPITOL 2300 North Lincoln Boulevard in Oklahoma City (405) 521-3356

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Oklahoma’s Official Travel Website: TravelOK.com

Swag No trip is complete without snagging some souvenirs, and TravelOK.com’s online store has everything from commemorative Oklahoma State Parks T-shirts to stickers, notebooks, phone cases, pet items, glasses and tumblers, and more. Visit ShopTravelOK.com to get your Oklahoma swag now, and travel the Sooner State in style.

TravelOK makes planning your travels fun and easy. Search a wealth of content including travel ideas and itineraries, special interest pages, and all the information you need about events, attractions, accommodations, state parks, and more.

Sign Up for Our Newsletters Whether you’re looking for culinary adventures, Native events and attractions, or the best place for a romantic getaway, TravelOK has a wealth of topical newsletters ready to help you out. Get started at TravelOK.com/email_signup.

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FOR MORE INFORMATION The Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department offers a number of publications to help you have the best time you can while in our state—as well as brochures and materials from our partners around the state. Pick printed guides up at Tourism Information Centers or download the free digital versions at TravelOK.com/brochures.

Behind every iconic destination is an inspiring journey. Routes, an original docuseries, shines the spotlight on many of the unsung heroes and lesser‑known places across Oklahoma where roots were laid and communities were made. It sets the stage for these untold narratives to unfold like never before, revealing the heart and soul behind Oklahoma's remarkable rise. Watch episodes at discover-oklahoma.com.

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In continuous publication since 1956 and the winner of countless international awards, Oklahoma Today magazine publishes six issues per year, bringing subscribers all the best of Oklahoma’s travel destinations, food, culture, events, history, and more. And now, hear the story behind the story with the Oklahoma Today Podcast featuring interviews with interesting and notable Okies who will narrate your Oklahoma journeys with wit and wonder. Travel Guide readers can get a special discounted subscription rate by visiting okguide.oklahomatoday.com, and the podcast can be found on YouTube or wherever podcasts are available.

Passport Program With interesting and imaginative stops, the Oklahoma Route 66 Passport and Oklahoma State Parks Passport are excellent guides to your journeys through the state. Complete the Route 66 Passport for a special Muffler Man magnet and a commemorative coin, and use the State Parks Passport to get the most fun out of Oklahoma's more than thirty scenic state parks. Order both for free today at TravelOK.com/brochures. JERRY ALLEN MEMORIAL SKATE PARK - ENID | LORI DUCKWORTH

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Thirty-nine Native nations are headquartered in Oklahoma, including what once were known as the Five Civilized Tribes—the Cherokee, Choctaw, Chickasaw, Seminole, and Muscogee—who were forcibly relocated here from the southeastern United States in the 1830s.

In Choctaw, the words okla and humma mean people and red respectively, but the state’s name doesn’t really translate to red people—rather, it may be better understood as meaning honored people or brave nation.

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Why does Oklahoma have a Panhandle? Thank the Missouri Compromise, which disallowed any state with land above the Mason-Dixon Line—Texas, in this case— to own slaves.

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So Texas ceded this thirty-mile-wide strip of land, and it eventually gave our state its unique shape.

Though Indigenous people have lived in Oklahoma for thousands of years, one of the first European explorers to visit this land was Francisco Vásquez de Coronado, who came in 1541 looking for the legendary cities of gold.

Oklahoma may be best known for country stars like Reba McEntire, Blake Shelton, and Zach Bryan, but did you know it’s also given rise to rock greats like The Flaming Lips, Leon Russell, Kings of Leon, the Chainsaw Kittens, and St. Vincent?

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One of the earliest motion pictures ever made— Daughter of Dawn—was filmed in the Wichita Mountains in southwestern Oklahoma. The film was thought lost until a print was discovered and restored more than a decade ago.

78,000 Oklahoma has not one but two ferocious dinosaurs representing it. The state fossil is Saurophaganax maximus, which was a Jurassic-era predator related to Allosaurus. The official state dinosaur, Acrocanthosaurus atokensis, was a distant cousin of the T. Rex. Neither was anything you’d want to encounter in the wild.

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Oklahoma has more than 78,000 miles of rivers and streams. If you laid them all out end-to-end, they’d circle the Equator more than three times. But it’d be more fun to just go fishing. Oklahoma’s 4.6 million head of cattle make up 5 percent of the United States’ total cattle inventory. That’s a lot of onion burgers.

The Tallgrass Prairie Preserve near Pawhuska is the largest protected remnant of tallgrass prairie left on Earth—and a great place to meet a bison.

Oklahoma is the only state in the nation that produces the essential element iodine. In fact, the state is third in the world for iodine production after the nations of Chile and Japan.

In 2026, Oklahoma will be one of nine states celebrating the 100th anniversary of Route 66. The highway known as the Mother Road stretches from Chicago to Santa Monica and was conceived by Tulsan Cyrus Avery.

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FILM IN OKLAHOMA Whether you’ve been here or not, you’ve seen Oklahoma on screen—whether in classics like The Outsiders, Twister, or Rain Man or in more recent theatrical fare like August: Osage County, Twisters, Ghostbusters: Afterlife, or the Oscarnominated Killers of the Flower Moon. Film buffs and everyday fans alike will love taking in some of Oklahoma’s cinematic sights:

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The historic Heritage Express Trolley turned into a terrifying missile in the thrilling conclusion to Twisters. See it (safely) at El Reno’s Canadian County Historical Museum. canadiancountymuseum.com DOWNTOWN OKMULGEE Fans of Reservation Dogs will love visiting the town where the show was filmed, where the historic Creek Council House is centerpiece of a revitalized downtown with restaurants, shops, and more. okmulgeeonline.com

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From the high plains and mesas of the state’s northwest corner to the Ozark foothills and river bottoms of the southeast, Oklahoma has some of the most diverse terrain of any state in the nation. Each of the state’s six travel regions contains multitudes—Native cultures, outdoor adventures, cultural experiences, incredible food, and so much more. No matter where your travels in Oklahoma take you, you’re sure to have a great time exploring our state.

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Green Country is home to the Woody Guthrie Center and Frank Lloyd Wright's only skyscraper. There are multisensory playgrounds, luchador matches, and spring baseball games. Sparkling blue lakes offer a break from the summer heat and a mirror for fall foliage, and light displays illuminate botanic gardens in winter. You can stay in a treehouse or a ritzy 1920s hotel and experience Black Wall Street through holographic technology. There’s an art museum inside an old mansion, a famous recording studio that was once a church, and a classy restaurant that used to be a bank. And then there’s Bob . . . Dylan, that is—his archives live in Tulsa.

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DID YOU KN OW ? Porter is home to a world-famous peach festival held every July. porterpeachfestivals.com Rapper Danny Boy O’Connor of House of Pain now operates The Outsiders House Museum in the original Tulsa home where the 1981 movie The Outsiders was filmed. theoutsidershouse.com Every June, Muskogee celebrates one of Oklahoma’s most famous lawmen with the three-day Bass Reeves Western History Conference. bassreevesconference.com

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The Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve in Bartlesville once was the home of famed oilman Frank Phillips. Today, it features a world-class art collection, historic artifacts, and a menagerie of wildlife. woolaroc.org Spreading over 700 acres just eight miles from downtown Tulsa, the Turkey Mountain Urban Wilderness Area offers twenty-five miles of trails for hiking, biking, and communing with nature. riverparks.org

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BY B E C KY C A R M A N Ignore the adages about journey versus destination: Sometimes, it’s about both. Opened in 1961, Reeder’s Auto & Tire Center long has been the place local Tulsans and travelers stopped when they were on the go. Owned by a third-generation Reeder (Cheryl Reeder, to be precise) and her husband Ross Ledbetter with employees from the fourth, it’s now transformed—Reeder’s is where people go. Period. It’s a shiny, red beacon on a busy corner near Utica Square. All the things shoppers need are here, automotively speaking, including gasoline with self- and full-service options, a car wash, and a shop with BMW Master Technicians who welcome all makes and models. The real magic happens, though, when drivers step out from behind the wheel and address their wants. For those thirsty or peckish, sating a sweet tooth, or craving a home-cooked meal, Reeder’s is a satisfying journey’s end. A longtime partner of local restaurants and food companies, it now boasts full-time chefs and an eclectic menu that changes daily. Owner Cheryl Reeder, who studied marketing and culinary arts, approached Kristi King about a head chef position in 2020 after finding her on Instagram. King and sous chef Dominic Lavezzi are both classically trained and bring highend skill to

the shop’s grab-and-go offerings. As an essential business during pandemic closures, Reeder’s quickly built a following for its food. On any given day, hungry patrons might find casseroles or cookies, salads or pickles, soups, cookies, taco bowls, or all of the above. It’s been wildly successful, owing to both its convenience and to the food being delicious and freshly made. “If you come to eat our food, you probably drove past ten different places to get it,” Reeder says. “We have people who are elderly, they’re single, they don’t buy a whole thing of strawberries. They can come up here and get a cup of fruit that’s freshly cut that’s not been sitting there for a week.” People follow the store’s social media accounts daily to find out what’s new on the menu. They’ll also see dance breaks from Reeder and tastings by employees, family members, and customers who are in so often they’re like family. Reeder’s has tens of thousands of followers and millions of likes and shares, creating intense in-person demand. Some of King’s creations, like taco bombs and pizza pockets, are so popular that they only offer them for brief windows of time, lest the store be bombarded with disappointed latecomers. In fact, the pizza pockets sell so quickly, they hired an extra hand just to prepare them by the hundreds. Asked for her favorite dish, Reeder lists the meatloaf and brown butter salmon bowl, which includes quinoa, kale, and a housemade lemon vinaigrette. She then follows up, decisively, “Everything’s my favorite.” Reeder’s daughter Mary Hatheway, who works for the company in marketing and brand development, says, “Oh, shoot!” at the prospect of nailing it down to a single item. She pipes up with several possibilities:

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mandarin crunch salad with gingersoy vinaigrette or roasted Moroccan sweet potato with feta and harissa oil are strong contenders. A full seven minutes of musing later, she decides: the trail mix cookie. For diners who gravitate toward sugary treats, Reeder’s is a full-fledged candy shop, too. Reeder and Hatheway travel to trade shows to stay ahead of the curve on new products, and their videos about popping boba and freeze-dried candy have brought in viral-level foot traffic. “We’ve always had candy, but we started posting about it on TikTok and have multiple videos with millions of views,” Hatheway says. “The community has kind of blown it up.” Food as a community builder is not a new concept, but Reeder’s novel approach to getting the word out speaks to its power. The store is a true one-stop shop, a neighborhood fixture to the extent that some people who came in as children to get a soda now bring their grandkids in for the same experience. Like its house chefs, as likely to prepare a cozy Alfredo as they are bulgogi tacos, Reeder’s knows that being a destination means always moving forward.

BBQ FAQ L O O K I N G F O R ‘ C U E I N G R E E N CO U N T RY ? H E R E A R E F I V E S P O T S S E RV I N G S O M E O F T H E B E S T S M O K E D M E AT S A N D S I D E S I N N O RT H E A S T E R N O K L A H O M A . MAC’S BARBECUE — SKIATOOK AND TULSA Open since 1985 in Skiatook and 2023 at Tulsa’s Cain’s Ballroom, Mac’s excels at classics like ribs, pulled pork, and chopped beef. For a flavor explosion, try The Messy Pig: pulled pork, slaw, and BBQ sauce on a Philly bun. macsbbqok.com BURN CO. — JENKS Though the original location near downtown Tulsa is no longer, Burn Co. is going strong in Jenks. Pick up succulent ribs, brisket, or other smoked meats cooked on Hasty Bake BBQ charcoal grills. burnbbq.net ALBERT G’S BARBECUE — TULSA While ‘cue lovers can get classics at Albert G’s three locations, true diehards order the Fat Albert G’s sandwich with five layers of meat, coleslaw, and sweet sauce. For less meat, try the Smoked Idaho Potato. albertgs.com RUNTS BAR-B-Q — MUSKOGEE

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This Muskogee barbecue pit offers ribs, brisket, burnt ends, hot links, and more. For a truly unique experience, try the Burnt End Sandwich or chicken-fried steak. You won't leave hungry! runtsbarbq.com DINK’S PIT BBQ — BARTLESVILLE Dink’s renowned sauce attracts orders from across the country. Their original pit from 1982 still smokes spare ribs, brisket, pulled pork, and sausage. Don't miss their unique loin back special! dinksbbq.com

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SCAVENGER HUNT Check in at Shangri-La Resort on Monkey Island for access to all the Grand Lake fishing, boating, parasailing, golf, and scenic beauty—plus pools, a spa, and excellent restaurants—you need to find true relaxation.

Built in 1956, Frank Lloyd Wright’s Price Tower, originally designed to stand in New York City, welcomes visitors year-round. Contact Visit Bartlesville to book a tour of this architectural gem.

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Recognized as the number one Best City Park 2024 by USA Today, Tulsa’s Gathering Place is a whimsical hundred-acre wonderland of playgrounds, gardens, and adventure for all ages.

Visit Pawhuska to see filming locations from Killers of the Flower Moon including the Osage County Courthouse, Tallgrass Prairie Preserve, and the historic downtown that is rich with restaurants, shops, and galleries.

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Floating the Illinois River is a time-honored Oklahoma tradition, and no place is better for a base of operations for a floaty weekend than Blue Doors at Tenkiller, a resort with comfy rooms, an outdoor courtyard with kitchen, and a catch-and-release fishing pond. bluedoorsattenkiller.com

One of the nation’s premier art experiences, the Philbrook Museum of Art is an Italianate villa filled with the works of artists from the Renaissance to Kehinde Wiley. Be sure to wander the immaculate gardens and meet the garden cats. philbrook.org

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The site of one of the worst instances of racial violence in American history, the Greenwood District now is bustling. Take a tour of the Greenwood Rising Black Wall Street History Center and John Hope Franklin Reconciliation Park to hear the story of this place and its people. But don’t stop there: Sneakerheads will love Silhouette Sneakers & Art, and those with a sweet tooth can’t miss Cobbler Mom.

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At the Oklahoma Aquarium in Jenks, visitors can take a selfie with a sea turtle, feed a stingray, or walk through a tunnel while surrounded by bull and nurse sharks. Stop by at 2 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays for a live shark feeding. okaquarium.org

Explore the Cherokee Nation in Tahlequah by visiting the Cherokee National Supreme Court Museum, the Cherokee National Prison Museum, the Cherokee National History Museum, and more. Stop in for a pizza at Sam & Ella’s Chicken Palace, where a pre-Idol Carrie Underwood once waitressed. tourtahlequah.com

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He never met a man he didn’t like, but we like to think he liked Okies the best. Almost a hundred years from the height of his fame, Will Rogers still is Oklahoma’s favorite son. Get to know the Cherokee Kid at the Will Rogers Memorial Museum in Claremore. willrogers.com

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F RO M T H E N O RT H E AS T A famous backdrop in the 1974 film Where the Red Fern Grows, Natural Falls State Park in West Siloam Springs has been inspiring awe in generations of visitors.

Travelers will sleep in style at the Tulsa Club Hotel. Amid the Art Deco decor, guests can sip a bourbon on the rooftop terrace, enjoy a great meal, and cozy up in fireplaceappointed suites.

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Nestled within pine, hickory, and oak trees, the Sparrowhawk Wildlife Management Area near Tahlequah offers hikers and hunters epic views of the Illinois River.

Tulsa is an epicenter of cultural attractions. From sold-out concerts at the BOK Center to contemporary museums and galleries, shopping, and countless restaurants, there's something for everyone in this magic city.

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Visit the nature center at Sequoyah to meet the park’s animal ambassadors, Bixby Youngblood Beaver and Harry P. Otter.

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Check in at the cozy midcentury lodge at Sequoyah, try glamping in a yurt at Natural Falls or Osage Hills, cuddle up in a cabin at Greenleaf or Tenkiller, or camp it up in a tent or RV at any of our parks.

Fishing, golf, boating, hiking, watercraft rentals, nature centers, horseback riding, swimming, bicycling, tennis, disc golf, dining, basketball, volleyball

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Cherokee Landing 28610 Park 20 in Park Hill (918) 457-5716 TravelOK.com/ CherokeeLandingStatePark Grand Lake North* 13000 East 387 Road in Langley (918) 542-6969 TravelOK.com/TwinBridgesStatePark Grand Lake South* 13000 East 387 Road in Langley (918) 435-8066 TravelOK.com/CherokeeStatePark Greenleaf 12022 Greenleaf Road in Braggs (918) 487-5622 TravelOK.com/GreenleafStatePark *Grand Lake State Park is made up of multiple areas. Grand Lake North headquarters at Twin Bridges Area; Grand Lake South headquarters at Cherokee Area.

With 130 miles of shoreline and covering more than 13,000 surface acres, Tenkiller is not only prime for fishing and boating but also a popular spot for scuba diving.

Keystone 1926 State Highway 151 in Sand Springs (918) 295-3310 TravelOK.com/KeystoneStatePark

Sequoyah 17131 Park 10 in Hulbert (918) 772-2545 TravelOK.com/SequoyahStatePark

Lake Eufaula 111563 State Highway 150 in Checotah (918) 689-5311 TravelOK.com/LakeEufaulaStatePark

Sequoyah Bay 6237 East 100th Street North in Wagoner (918) 772-2545 TravelOK.com/SequoyahBayStatePark

Natural Falls 19225 East 578 Road in Colcord (918) 422-5802 TravelOK.com/NaturalFallsStatePark

Tenkiller 448159 East 979 Road in Vian (918) 776-8180 TravelOK.com/TenkillerStatePark

Osage Hills 2131 Osage Hills Park Road in Pawhuska (918) 336-5635 TravelOK.com/OsageHillsStatePark

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Once the home of Bob Wills and His Texas Playboys, the historic Cain’s Ballroom has hosted everyone from U2 to the Sex Pistols to Sleater-Kinney to Chris Stapleton in its hundred-year lifespan. cainsballroom.com

Though it began life as a classical festival, Bartlesville’s OKM Music Festival has welcomed performers from jazz to Broadway for more than four decades. There’s even a kids festival to introduce the young ‘uns to all the classical greats. okmmusic.org

Oklahoma’s given the world everyone from Reba McEntire to Leona Mitchell, Woody Guthrie to Kristin Chenoweth. Tour the history of Oklahoma-born sounds at the Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame & Museum in Muskogee. omhof.com

With Broadway productions, films, comedy shows, concerts, and private events, Miami’s Coleman Theatre, opened in 1929, is one of northeastern Oklahoma’s cultural gems and a favorite stop for Route 66 travelers. Tours are available Tuesday through Saturday for a five-dollar suggested donation. thecolemantheatre.org

Whether it’s hosting the latest tour stop from Madonna, Blake Shelton, or Bad Bunny or athletics like the Tulsa Oilers hockey and MMA fighting, Tulsans know the BOK Center is the place the big events go down. bokcenter.com

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In 2022, music titan Bob Dylan opened his Bob Dylan Center in the Tulsa Arts District, housing decades of his archives and research materials about his music. Take the rare opportunity to tour the life of a living legend. bobdylancenter.com Just steps from the Dylan Center is the Woody Guthrie Center, a shrine to Oklahoma’s own folk-music giant. See original handwritten lyrics to “This Land is Your Land,” tour a selection of rotating exhibits, and explore life in the storied troubadour’s America. woodyguthriecenter.org With a jam session every Sunday at 5, few places are livelier than the Oklahoma Blues Hall of Fame and D.C. Minner Rentiesville Museum in Rentiesville. Stop by Labor Day weekend for the three-day Dusk Til Dawn Blues Festival. dcminnerblues.com

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Working with greats like Eric Clapton, Tom Petty, and J.J. Cale, Leon Russell created what is known as the “Tulsa Sound” at his famous Church Studio. Tour the renovated building and learn all about Tulsa’s unique place in rock history. thechurchstudio.com

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DID YOU KN OW ? Territorial Christmas Celebrations in Guthrie’s historic downtown pay homage to the town’s past and include costumed revelers, carolers and musicians, tours, and a parade. guthriesterritorialchristmas.com Folk musician and social activist Woody Guthrie was born in Okemah. The city pays tribute to the Dust Bowl troubadour each July with the Woody Guthrie Folk Festival, which brings in performers and fans from around the world. woodyfest.com

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Tinker Air Force Base, located near Midwest City and Del City, is a bustling center of military activity. Civilians can check out a display of military aircraft at the Charles B. Hall Airpark, just outside the gates. tinker.af.mil The Mabee-Gerrer Museum of Art in Shawnee is home to several mummies! Along with two human Egyptian specimens, there’s also a mummified cat, hawk, and canopic jars containing human remains. mgmoa.org They’ve got legs, and they know how to use them in Chickasha, Oklahoma’s Christmas Capital. A fifty-foot-tall sculpture of the contentious leg lamp from A Christmas Story towers over the city’s downtown area. visitchickasha.com

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BY M E GA N R O S S M A N On any given day, passersby will find a typical Oklahoma City coffeehouse scene at Don’t Stress Meowt Cat Cafe—baristas taking orders and frothing milk as customers wait in line for their daily caffeine fix and chat at the tables over meowtcha lattes and scones. The vibe is relaxed, cozy, and welcoming, with piles of games and books on the tables. What really distinguishes this café, though, are cats. Felines are not simply a theme in the decor, merchandise, and business name. In an enclosed adjoining “cat lounge,” viewable through large plexiglass windows, about thirty or so adoptable cats sprawl across sofas and pillows, bat at toys, and sashay among delighted visitors. The world’s first commercial cat café opened in Taiwan in 1998, but it was Japan that popularized the concept, with more than 150 currently operating across the country. The trend began making its way into the United States about ten years ago, and it’s estimated there are about 150 in America now. At present, Don’t Stress Meowt is Oklahoma’s singular foray into the niche concept. Inspired after a visit to a Miami Beach cat café, owners Adam

and Michaela Fitzpatrick opened their doors in May 2023 and plan to open a Tulsa location in October. While anyone can come in for refreshments and admire frisky pusses from the dining area, customers who want an up-close encounter will need to book a reservation online. A maximum of eight people at a time are allowed in the cat lounge. Any cats who don’t feel like socializing can retreat to a private room for a little R & R. With sixteen thousand bookings since last May, the place has been a hit. And with one dollar from each booking donated to a local charity, Don’t Stress Meowt is spreading the love. “The idea of giving back and also getting really good coffee is alluring,” says Cara Giddens, a regular at the café. As a remote worker in a family of cat allergy sufferers, the café is a perfect weekday respite for her. Equipped with a dirty chai and her laptop, Giddens often works four or five hours in the lounge a few times a week. Since she began visiting last September, she’s enjoyed seeing the stories of her feline companions play out as they get adopted by customers through Safe Haven Animal Rescue. “They’re the superheroes,” says Adam. “We just feed, water, scoop litter, keep an eye on them, and give them meds occasionally as needed. Safe Haven does everything behind the scenes and deserves all the praise. They facilitate all the fosters, they do all the rest of the meds and the shots, they bring the cats here, and they screen them for their behaviors and make sure they’ll be good for this environment.”

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While cats may be the pulse of Don’t Stress Meowt, the food and drinks are no afterthought. Even customers without an affinity for felines will be happy here. “Forget about the cats for just one second— our coffee is criminally underrated,” says Adam. “We are very serious about making good coffee.” They serve a full gamut of café drinks, using coffee from Leap Roasters of Oklahoma City, plus wine and beer. A rotating selection of goodies is supplied by Desserts by Marshelle, and the shop’s signature cat-shaped, lemon-lavender cookie comes from the nearby Loaded Bowl restaurant. Along with sweets, customers also can order made-in-house hot paninis and wraps. Whether visitors are coming in for a cuddle or just a cup, they’ll find a cheerful sanctum within the city bustle that’s appealing to more than one species.

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Alpacas rule at the Magnolia Blossom Ranch in Newcastle. Would-be visitors can book appointments to come feed these fluffy quadrupeds and see demonstrations of fiber properties and uses. magnoliablossomranch.com Guests can learn to make their own goat milk soap or lotion at The Bearded Doe and Company in Coyle, whipping up their own skincare products with nutrient-rich milk acquired straight from the source. thebeardeddoeandcompany.com

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several years. But locals know none of it would be possible without Oklahoma City’s Metropolitan Area Projects, known as M.A.P.S., a sales tax program that has funded civic improvements.

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First passed by popular vote in 1993 and renewed again by citizens in 2001, 2009, and 2019, M.A.P.S. has led to some of the most transformative moments in Oklahoma City’s history over the last three decades. Here are some of the ways visitors will encounter the M.A.P.S. program during their time in central Oklahoma: • Construction of the Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark, which now houses Oklahoma City’s Minor League baseball team, The Comets. milb.com/oklahoma-city • Improvements to the Civic Center Music Hall, where the Oklahoma City Philharmonic, Oklahoma City Ballet, and OKC Broadway are just a

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few of the arts organizations performing regularly. okcciviccenter.com • Construction of the Bricktown canal. bricktownokc.com • Construction of a world-class whitewater and rowing training facility on the Oklahoma River, where, during the 2028 Olympic games, the city will host seven canoe and kayak events and where anyone can enjoy a day of fun on the water. riversportokc.com

• A new modern streetcar serving the Downtown and Midtown areas, making it easy to explore without worrying about parking. • Senior wellness centers, youth centers, and mental health, family justice, and addiction recovery centers. • The Clara Luper Civil Rights Center, which, when completed, will outline Oklahoma’s civil rights history and honor Clara Luper, one of its most important civil rights leaders.

• Expansion of walking and biking trails all over the city. • Expansion of neighborhood sidewalks to create a more walkable city.

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SCAVENGER HUNT Until 1910, Guthrie was Oklahoma’s capital city. The historic downtown still draws visitors with its charming Victorian architecture and equally appealing restaurants and stores. From coffee shops to haunted hotels and The Oklahoma Frontier Drugstore Museum, the area is a lively blend of history and modern conveniences.

College football kicks off in high gear every August. At Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium at the University of Oklahoma in Norman and Boone Pickens Stadium at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, fans gather to cheer on the Sooners and Cowboys, tailgate in the parking lots, and support their college communities.

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Before they tour the powerful exhibits displayed inside the Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum, visitors can walk among the symbolic installations in the outdoor memorial that commemorates 168 lives lost in the Oklahoma City Bombing on April 19, 1995.

At the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City, guests can walk through ancient villages and a Wild West main street, explore historic artifacts of the American West and Indigenous cultures, and peruse a world-class collection of Western and Native art.

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With more than thirty parks, it’s easy to get outdoors in Edmond. Whether you want to take the boat out at Arcadia Lake, grind the rails at Mathis Skate Park, jog forested trails at Mitch Park, or cool off at the Barnett Field Splash Pad, this booming suburb has the space. visitedmondok.com

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Visitors will find a diverse mix of restaurants, bars, shopping, and art in downtown Stillwater. From local hangouts like Tokyo Pot and Zannotti’s Wine Bar to the OSU Museum of Art and Bliss Books & Bindery, it’s easy to feed your mind—and your stomach—in this college town. visitstillwater.org

The Sam Noble Museum of Natural History in Norman encompasses world cultures and natural wonders. Guests can wander through dioramas of natural landscapes and feuding dinosaurs and check out Samurai suits, Mayan masks, and other artifacts.

Before guests sleep in style at The National in Oklahoma City, they can sip on cocktails or mocktails, devour a ribeye, and munch on pastries at the five onsite bars and restaurants. thenationalokc.com

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Whether they're sitting courtside or screaming from the rafters up in Loud City, fans always have a good time downtown at Oklahoma City Thunder games at Paycom Center.

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Listed among U.S. News & World Report’s “2024-2025 Best Places to Live in the U.S.” and Travel + Leisure’s 2020 top travel destinations, Oklahoma City pairs big city energy with laid-back leisure at locations like Scissortail Park.

Music fans can follow the bass line over to the UCO Jazz Lab in Edmond, where students and visiting musicians regularly grace the stage, and audiences enjoy drinks and pizza in a speakeasystyle atmosphere.

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Located just forty-five minutes southeast of downtown Oklahoma City, Lake Thunderbird is one of Oklahoma’s most-visited state parks. Along with two marinas, there are nine boat ramps and two swim beaches that provide lake access. Guests can also visit Discovery Cove Nature Center to learn more about the local wildlife and ecosystems.

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Boating, swimming, nature center, archery range, equestrian trails, fishing, birding, walking and cycling trails, playgrounds

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Pho is a staple among an array of cuisines in Oklahoma City’s Asian District. Diners can choose from dozens of varieties of pho and other Vietnamese specialties at spots like Pho Cuong Restaurant, Lido, Fung’s Kitchen, and more. asiandistrictok.com

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There’s perhaps no better place to try the Oklahoma onion burger than in the city of El Reno, which is home to Sid’s Diner, Robert’s Grill, Johnnie’s Hamburgers & Coneys, and the annual Main Street Fried Onion Burger Day Festival in May.

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Beloved by college students and locals of all ages, Tarahumara’s Mexican Cafe & Cantina in Norman dishes up a vast selection of Tex-Mex favorites like fajitas, tacos, and enchiladas to mole, chile rellenos, and spicy seafood cocktails.

Named one of the Restaurants of the Year by USA Today in 2024 and operated by James Beard-nominated chef Jeff Chanchaleune, Ma Der Lao Kitchen in Oklahoma City—and its amazing Lao cuisine—lives up to its numerous accolades. maderlaokitchen.com

Sparrow Modern Italian in Edmond blends beauty and satisfaction in every bite. The 100-Layer Lasagna is a hefty work of art, along with other Italian staples like cacio e pepe, pizzas, salads, seafood, and desserts. sparrowitalian.com

Named Bon Appetit’s 2018 Best New Restaurant in America, nonesuch is an unforgettable dining experience, with a multicourse tasting menu of elegant dishes that are as delectable as they are creative. nonesuchokc.com

Some legends are real, and Eskimo Joe’s cheese fries are a case in point. This Stillwater favorite near the university campus also pleases palates with burgers, sandwiches, chili, hot dogs, and ice cream treats. eskimojoes.com

Featured on too many best-of lists to mention, Cattlemen’s Steakhouse in Oklahoma City is a local institution. Whether diners want a steak for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, they’ll find it here, along with calf fries, loaded baked potatoes, and sky-high slices of pie. cattlemensrestaurant.com

For chicken-fried steaks bigger than your face, Kendall's Restaurant in Noble is the place to be. Along with the famous fowl, they also serve tender roast beef, catfish, cordon bleu, burritos, sandwiches, and gooey-sweet cinnamon rolls. kendallsrestaurant.com

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DID YOU KN OW ? Hugo’s Endangered Ark Foundation is the place to see the country’s second-largest herd of Asian elephants, which now call the sanctuary home after retiring from a life of circus work. endangeredarkfoundation.org Suspected southeast Oklahoma resident Bigfoot is an elusive fellow, but the thirty-foot sign at Gasquatch in Idabel is easy to find. Stop for a picture, then pick up a snack and inspect the collection of vintage cars. gasquatch.com

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Hungry for spaghetti and meatballs? Head to Krebs, Oklahoma’s Little Italy, for generously portioned Italian dishes from restaurants like Pete’s Place, Roseanna’s Italian Food, Lovera’s Grocery, and more. petes.org, roseannas.com, loverasmarket.com How about a selfie with a massive legume? It’s possible in Durant, home to the World’s Largest Peanut statue, which is located just outside city hall. discoverdurant.com Spot all those alligators you said you’d see later at Red Slough Wildlife Management Area southeast of Idabel. It's an excellent spot for birding and hunting as well. wildlifedepartment.com

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NEW TINY CABINS AT BEAVERS BEND STATE PARK PROVIDE COMFORT, AMENITIES, AND ALL THE FUN THAT MCCURTAIN COUNT Y HAS TO OFFER – WITHOUT THE STICKER SHOCK.

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BY N AT H A N G U N T E R For the past decade or more, the name McCurtain County has conjured images of luxurious, well-appointed cabins that could sleep an entire extended family. Eightbedroom mini-mansions dot the hills around Hochatown and have helped many a traveler create treasured memories with family and friends in some of the state’s most beautiful natural surroundings. But the luxury cabin experience isn’t for everyone. They can be pricey, for one thing, and they’re not always the right choice for small groups, people with disabilities, or those planning a weekend of dirty outdoor fun— nobody wants to come in from a day of fly-fishing for trout and track mud across expensive rugs and designer furniture. So Beavers Bend State Park has launched a new kind of cabin experience: Twelve tiny cabins of just a few hundred square feet have taken their place alongside

the Mountain Fork River in the former location of the park’s group camp area. Once a gathering place for everything from family reunions to church retreats, the area’s use had declined in recent years. “The cabins that were there before were very, very basic,” says former Park Manager Aron Maib. “Most of them didn’t even have heat and air; it was just one-room cabins crammed full of bunk beds. Each one could sleep at least a dozen people, but maybe not super comfortably.” Comfort is the order of the day in the new tiny cabins that opened on this riverbank in February 2023. Despite their diminutive size—each is 425 square feet—the cabins are outfitted with comfortable linens, soft beds, and cushy pull-out couches sure to make any traveler feel cozy. Nine of the cabins include a set of bunk beds along with the sofa beds, meaning they can comfortably accommodate six people. The other three are designed to be compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act, and what they lack in bunk beds, they make up for in extra space in the bathroom. And while the Hochatown area is known for its many delicious restaurants, those who want to prepare their own meals will have an easy time doing so in these cabins. Every one contains a medium-sized refrigerator, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a small two-burner induction range—guests just need to bring their own cooking and dining accouterments. Those who like to start their morning with a cup of coffee also will want to bring a camp chair, as each cabin has a small front patio facing the gorgeous view of the river—the perfect place for a quiet sip and stare.

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PLUSH STAYS Even though the old group camp is gone, Maib says the twelve cabins are situated near eleven RV sites and a former dining hall that now can be booked for large gatherings, making the tiny cabin area fitting for family reunions, corporate retreats, or any other large-group get-togethers. But each one can be rented individually as well, meaning they’re perfect for a romantic getaway, a girls’ fishing trip, or a weekend in nature with the kids—and with a price point of $200-$255 per night, depending on the day of week and time of year, they’re accessible in a way that luxury cabins sometimes are not. “There are a lot of cabins in this area now, and that’s a booming business,” says Maib. “But we’ve got something pretty special here that most of the others don’t: These are built right on the Mountain Fork River with that beautiful view, so they’re pretty unique.”

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SLIDEAWAY HIDEAWAY Secret passageways, a cinema-style theater room, and a twisty, three-story in-cabin slide will have Richie Rich eating his heart out. Seven bedrooms and room to sleep more than thirty make Slideaway Hideaway one of the most memorable overnights around. okiedokeycabins.com STATE OF THE ART The State of the Art cabin is a true luxury stay. This will be apparent the minute guests turn on the hand-blown artisan glass lighting. Modern art and architecture give the six-bedroom cabin its five-star feel. hochacabins.com BROOKSIDE OASIS A large stone fireplace and leather sofa make the indoor living room at Brookside Oasis plenty inviting, but this is the place for families and groups that want to emphasize the out-of-doors. This cabin also includes a large outdoor play area with a slide and swingset, an outdoor deck, hot tub, grill, and plenty of dining space. brooksideoasis.com

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BECCA'S CREEK Becca’s Creek plays all the Broken Bow cabin hits: stone fireplaces indoors and out, an outdoor firepit, hot tub, walk-in showers, and multiple flat-screen televisions with a satellite package included. The stay is situated right on Timber Creek Trail. luxurycabinsinbrokenbow.com MAGIC CARPET The stunning goldenrod and lavender haze floors at the Magic Carpet cabin take visitors to a whole new world, as do the Turkish mosaic chandeliers. Though just one bedroom, there should be room to sleep four in the home’s more than 1,600 square feet. brokenbowcabinlodging.com

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SCAVENGER HUNT An attraction that the whole family can dig, the Beavers Bend Mining Company in Broken Bow lets kids sift through sand to find gems, fossils, arrowheads, and other precious marvels.

A city that takes its nickname from one of nature’s most beautiful flowering plants ought to be something to look at itself, and Durant is thanks in no small part to the Magnolia Mile Art Alley, an outdoor art gallery perfect for posting.

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Fudge, taffy, licorice, jellybeans, caramel corn, and more kinds of sweet treats than most can imagine line the shelves at The Buffalo Nickel Vintage Candies in Atoka. Here’s your reminder to save room for dessert.

The summertime is made sweeter with a visit to Poteau’s Maple Creek Berry Farm. Pluck plump, delicious blueberries right off the bush during the June and July picking season. All supplies are provided.

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There’s no place like Hochatown for a girls’ trip, and Girls Gone Wine is the perfect place to gather and gab. Book a group tasting for friends, visit the gift shop, and even grab a bottle to take back to the cabin. thegirlsgonewine.com

The stellar reputation of Phat Tabb’s BBQ in Idabel far exceeds southeast Oklahoma, attracting smoked meat connoisseurs from around the state and region. Arrive early to get pork ribs or a chopped brisket sandwich from James Beard Award-winning pitmaster Tabb Singleton before they run out. phattabbsbbq.com

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It’s not quite dinner with the Queen of Country, but it is certainly the next best thing. Reba’s Place is one of Atoka’s newest attractions, offering live music, retail, awesome memorabilia, and—of course—a delicious chef-crafted menu. rebasplace.com

In downtown Talihina, visit Treats and Treasures, complete with an old-fashioned soda fountain, delicious milkshakes, and a menu of sandwiches, burgers, and more that’ll satisfy any appetite. facebook.com/treatstalihina

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Fans of the art of taxidermy won’t want to miss the Wildlife Heritage Center Museum in Antlers. Black bear, wild turkey, and beaver displays dazzle, but not all the attractions are inanimate. Several live whitetail deer call the place home as well. Search Wildlife Heritage Center Museum on Facebook

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F RO M T H E S OU T H E AS T Winding fifty-four miles through the Ouachita National Forest, the Talimena National Scenic Byway stretches from Talihina to Mena, Arkansas.

North America’s second-largest herd of Asian elephants reside at the Endangered Ark Foundation in Hugo, which is open for tours, overnight stays, and celebrations.

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Krebs–a former mining town known as Oklahoma’s Little Italy–is home to several Italian restaurants and stores, including Pete’s Place. This eatery has been serving up specialties like spaghetti, alfredo, and steak since 1925.

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Once a refuge for outlaws, Robbers Cave State Park in Wilburton now shelters thousands of visitors each year who come to take in the beauty of the surrounding Sans Bois Mountains.

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Twenty rooms and a large conference area make Robbers Cave lodge a good place for gatherings. Try one of two themed yurts at Beavers Bend or claim a cabin at Lake Wister or Clayton. Camping or RV stays at any of the parks are welcome.

Boating, fishing, water skiing, swimming, canoeing, kayaking, rafting, hiking, biking, volleyball, watchable wildlife, ATVing, golf, nature centers, rock climbing, rappelling, horseback riding

Guests love to hit the greens at Arrowhead State Park in Canadian. As they’re putting their way through this full-service, par 72 course, they’ll enjoy spectacular views of Lake Eufaula.

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Arrowhead 3995 Main Park Road in Canadian (918) 339-2204 TravelOK.com/ArrowheadStatePark

Lake Wister 25679 U.S. Highway 270 in Wister 918-649-0525 TravelOK.com/LakeWisterStatePark

Beavers Bend 4350 S Highway 259A in Broken Bow (580) 494-6300 or (580) 494-6538 TravelOK.com/ BeaversBendHochatownStateParkLodge

McGee Creek 5798 S McGee Creek Lake Road in Atoka (580) 889-5822 TravelOK.com/McGeeCreekStatePark

Clayton Lake 170591 U.S. Highway 271 in Clayton (918) 569-7981 TravelOK.com/ClaytonLakeStatePark

Raymond Gary HC 63 Box 1450 in Fort Towson (580) 873-2307 TravelOK.com/RaymondGaryStatePark

Robbers Cave 2084 NW 146th Road in Wilburton (918) 465-2562 TravelOK.com/ RobbersCaveStateParkLodge Talimena 50884 Highway 271 in Talihina (918) 471-5394 TravelOK.com/TalimenaStatePark

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The Atoka Museum and Civil War Cemetery is the final resting place of many Confederate soldiers. The museum documents the region’s history from the Atoka County inception to now. TravelOK.com

Hugo’s Frisco Depot Museum helps preserve the history of the railroad with scale models— including a miniature circus—vintage photos, and even a section of the old SW Bell switching center. facebook.com/friscodepotmuseum

Poteau’s Cavanal Hill is claimed to be the “world’s highest hill.” Its peak is nearly two thousand feet above the ground level, and its prominences made it an important landmark for Native Americans and French fur trappers more than 200 years ago. poteauchamber.com

Let’s take it way back to the Early Cretaceous period. See a full fossilized skeleton of Acrocanthosaurus atokensis, the state dinosaur, plus art and artifacts from Native and other cultures, at the Museum of the Red River in Idabel. museumoftheredriver.org

At one point, this red-roofed building served as the official state house of the Choctaw Nation. Now, the Choctaw Nation Capitol Museum in Tuskahoma teaches visitors about the tribe’s post-removal heritage through vintage clothing, official documents, and other historic items. choctawnationculture.com

Lovely art deco and Mediterranean motifs underscore the vintage charm of the LeFlore County Museum at Hotel Lowrey in Poteau. Once a luxury stay in the 1920s, the building was restored in 2008 and now houses art and historic artifacts from around the county. leflorecountymuseum.org

Originally constructed in 1824 to monitor activity at the border with Texas—then a part of Mexico—the Fort Towson Historic Site in Fort Towson preserves the location of the Union’s final victory over Confederate general Stand Watie. okhistory.org/sites/forttowson

Preserving a site built by a Caddoan-speaking Indigenous civilization, the Spiro Mounds Archaeological Center in Spiro is the only prehistoric First American archeological site in Oklahoma open to the public. okhistory.org/sites/spiromounds.php

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In south-central Oklahoma, you’ll have experiences you’ll never forget. Get to know the Chickasaw Nation; soak up the sun at Turner Falls; visit Blake Shelton’s bar; grab some delicious Arbuckle Mountain Fried Pies, Smokin’ Joe’s barbecue, or a legendary burger at Hamburger Inn; or explore all the outdoor adventure at Lake Murray and Lake Texoma State Parks. Whether you’re looking for an unforgettable family getaway or just a great pit stop off I-35, south-central Oklahoma is calling your name.

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DID YOU KN OW ? Thackerville’s WinStar World Casino and Resort, billed as the world’s largest and operated by the Chickasaw Nation, regularly welcomes some of the world’s biggest touring acts including Luke Bryan, Dolly Parton, Sting, and many more. winstar.com

In fact, the party never stops in Chickasaw Country! Every July, the town of Stratford hosts its famous Peach Festival, complete with a car show, peach ice cream, and the crowning of the Peach Queen. Search Stratford Peach Festival on Facebook

The 1984 film Footloose was inspired by events that took place in Elmore City in 1980. The town holds a Footloose Festival—complete with dancing in the streets—every spring. elmorecityok.com

On a Golden Girls pilgrimage? In Rue McClanahan’s hometown of Healdton, be sure to stop in at the Healdton Oil Museum for a fascinating look at the history of Oklahoma’s biggest industry in the area. facebook.com/healdtonoilmuseum/

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The Tishomingo National Wildlife Refuge, located in the Central Flyway, is home to nearly three hundred bird species including bald eagles, pelicans, winter wrens, and LeConte’s sparrow. fws.gov/refuge/tishomingo/

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D R U M M E R G R E G U P C H U RC H ’ S S T RO N G B R E W S A R E E N E RG I Z I N G K I N G S T O N . GREG'S ROCKIN' GOAT COFEE - KINGSTON | JASON WARD

BY N ATA L I E M I K L E S Growing up in Kingston, Greg Upchurch dreamed of getting out of his small town. But thirty years later, he dreamed of getting back.

“Most of the people I love live there,” he says. “I physically feel different when I cross the state line into Oklahoma.”

Greg’s Rockin’ Goat Coffee has become a popular spot for coffee drinks, conversation, and music. It’s the kind of place Upchurch would have loved to hang out when he was a teenager growing up and thinking about life beyond Lake Texoma.

At the height of COVID-19, when performing and touring were put on hold, Upchurch spent some time in Kingston. Nine years sober, he had traded his vices for coffee, but the quality of the coffee in Kingston’s diners and convenience stores wasn’t cutting it. He wanted a place where he could order an espresso or cappuccino or buy fresh beans, so he did what he’s done at each stage of his career—he made it happen.

Upchurch was a drummer before he even owned a drum set, making music from sticks and cardboard boxes. He was just seven years old when he heard KISS for the first time and knew that’s what he wanted to do. Upchurch accomplished something most only fantasize about: after studying music at the University of Central Oklahoma, he moved to Los Angeles and eventually toured Europe with Soundgarden. He now lives in Nashville and has toured with the rock band 3 Doors Down since 2005. But the sleepy, south-central town of Kingston, a popular lake destination near the Texas border, always will be his home.

Greg’s Rockin’ Goat, which opened in September 2022, is a comfortable spot in Kingston near the one traffic light in town. Upchurch’s vision was to bring a bit of a Brooklyn vibe to Marshall County. A turntable with old vinyl records of Johnny Cash and Led Zeppelin spins while customers order drinks or browse the walls, which are decorated with Upchurch’s gold records and Billboard Music Awards from his time with Puddle of Mudd and 3 Doors Down. Upchurch admits his palate has become a little “California-ized” after living so long in L.A. So while his coffee shop isn’t a full restaurant, he did want to serve a few things like sandwiches for light lunches and breakfast. The chicken salad on a toasted croissant, for instance, has been popular. For coffee drinks, customers love the affordably priced breve, mocha, and cold brew. The menu also features cappuccinos, espresso and chai lattes, Americanos, coffee berry tea, and Italian sodas. Coffee is roasted onsite with beans delivered from a farm in Bolivia that happens to be owned by another native of Kingston, J.D. Smith, a partner in the business.

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Smith taught Upchurch and his brother how to roast the beans. Upchurch’s brother Buddy Segura swapped his skills as a retired diesel mechanic to become an artisanal coffee roaster, something he never anticipated putting on his résumé. It’s much the same for Upchurch, who never imagined one day owning a coffee shop in his hometown. “I don’t ever want to feel stagnant,” he says. “Looking at my life and wondering, ‘Where do I want to end up?’ This is a great place. I love to fish, I love to golf, and now I own a coffee shop. I can’t imagine what my parents thought when I moved to Los Angeles, but they were supportive. Nobody’s going to come knocking on your door for anything. But anything is possible—you’ve just got to make it happen. Thank God we live in a country where we can dream big and do things that seem impossible.”

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E X P L O R E T H E H I S T O R I C C H I C K A S AW C A P I TA L — A N D M AY B E C AT C H A B L A K E AND GWEN SIGHTING!—WITH THIS GUIDE TO TISHOMINGO. Tishomingo was the capital city of the Chickasaw Nation until Oklahoma statehood in 1907. Explore the history of the tribe at the Chickasaw Capitol Building, an 8,000-square-foot monument to the Chickasaws’ resilience and self-reliance. Tours are available by appointment for groups of fourteen or less. (580) 371-9835 Just across from Blake Shelton’s Ole Red is The Pennington Inn, a quaint three-room boarding house that historically served as a dry goods store and a furniture shop, among other incarnations. It’s the perfect home base for an exploration of the historic Chickasaw capital. thepennington-ok.com Charge up your Tishomingo traipsing with some caffeine by stopping in at Latte Da, which offers not only coffee but scrumptious homemade pastries, grilled panini, homemade soups, and salads. This local favorite also features daily lunch specials. facebook.com/lattedatish

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The Bank of the Chickasaw Nation was ruined in 1909, when a cashier and part owner made off with around $40,000—and was never caught. Now, the Johnston County Museum of History and Chickasaw Bank Museum features fascinating displays about the history of the Chickasaw Nation, Johnston County, and southcentral Oklahoma and is a popular stop for group tours. johnstoncountyok.com Treat yourself, culinarily speaking, with dinner at Gonzalez Mexican Restaurant, a local dining mecca with classic Tex-Mex dishes like fajitas, chimichangas, and burritos as well as house specials like Camarones al Gusto and Baja fish tacos. Just don’t forget to save room for sopapillas. gonzalezmexicanrestaurantok.com

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SCAVENGER HUNT Want to wrestle a giant catfish? South-central Oklahoma has loads of noodling (and other fishing) guide services, and Pauls Valley hosts the annual Okie Noodling Festival every June.

Stop in for a delicious meal, a beer, and some live music at Blake Shelton’s hometown joint, Ole Red in Tishomingo. Hear up-and-coming country stars, and keep your eyes peeled for a Stefani sighting.

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One of Oklahoma’s top outdoor destinations, Turner Falls in Davis offers beautiful views, aquatic fun, plus three caves and miles of nature trails to explore. Take a zipline ride with 777 Zip for a truly spectacular view.

Just a drive south is Blake’s actual hometown of Ada, where the McSwain Theatre is located. Built in 1920 as a house for silent films, the theatre underwent extensive restoration and reopened to the public in 2009 and continues to show classic movies alongside monthly country music concerts and more.

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Located in Davis, Cross Bar Ranch is the state's largest off-road park. With 6,500 acres and more than 150 miles of trails for four-wheelers, there’s plenty of adventure for ATVs, dirt bikes, Jeeps, and trucks. crossbarranch.net

With everyone from singer/ songwriter John Fullbright to jazz great Justin Echols gracing the stage—not to mention a rotating selection of art exhibitions and art classes for the whole family—

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Ardmore’s Goddard Center is a great place to rejuvenate your creativity. goddardcenter.org

Want to eat like an Okie? One of Oklahomans’ favorite sweet destinations is Arbuckle Mountain Fried Pies, located just off Interstate 35 in Davis. Since the 1980s, this spot has been slinging fried pies of the fruity, creamy, savory, and even sugar-free varieties. The hard part is deciding which kind—and then not ordering eight more once you’re done. arbucklemountainfriedpies.com

Covering 93,000 acres of south-central Oklahoma and north Texas, Lake Texoma is the region’s premier destination for #lakelife. On the Oklahoma side, visit one of ten campgrounds with more than six hundred sites, plus marinas, guide services, horseback riding stables, and any other form of outdoor adventure that calls your name. TravelOK.com/Lake_Texoma_Area

Where outside of a child’s imagination can you find Captain Picard, the Incredible Hulk, She-Ra, and Jem and the Holograms all in one spot? How about the Toy and Action Figure Museum in Pauls Valley, a whimsical wonderland guaranteed to put a huge smile on kids’ faces and transport Mom and Dad—and even Grandma and Grandpa—back to the happiest Christmas mornings of childhood. toyandactionfiguremuseum.com

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Built in 1842 as the country’s southwesternmost military outpost, Fort Washita offers historic Civil War reenactments, historic tours, storytelling, outdoor films, and holiday and seasonal events for the whole family. Don’t miss this chance to visit a piece of American history. chickasaw.net/our-nation/locations/fort-washita.aspx

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FROM SOUTH CENTRAL OKLAHOMA Guests can soak up the views, cozy up by the fire, and go for a hike in the seventy beautiful wooded acres—then sleep in luxury in a cozy cabin—at River Bend Lodge Vacation Rentals in Davis.

At Shiloh Morning Inn Bed and Breakfast in Ardmore, escape the outside world for a few nights to kick back in a hammock, enjoy gourmet meals, and relax in luxury guest rooms and cottages tucked into seventy-three scenic acres.

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Nightlife isn't all about campfires and sleeping bags in this neck of the woods. Café Alley in Ardmore keeps evenings fun with upscale comfort food, creative cocktails, and a relaxed vibe.

Visitors at the Chickasaw Cultural Center in Sulphur can explore the history of the Chickasaw Nation in the Chikasha Poya Exhibit Center, wander through the outdoor traditional village, and dine on authentic dishes at Aaimpa Café.

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Two lakes, two parks, nearly 100,000 surface acres of water, and infinite ways to have an experience you and your family will remember forever. Take in the serene beauty at Lake Murray from Tucker Tower Nature Center or a room at the lodge, or become a bass master on one of America’s best fishing lakes at Texoma. It’s all here in south-central Oklahoma’s state parks.

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Tucker Tower at Lake Murray State Park in Ardmore is an iconic symbol along these shores. Completed in 1954 by Works Progress Administration crews, this historic building offers incredible views of the lake.

Lake Murray 13528 Scenic Highway 77 in Ardmore (580) 223-6600 TravelOK.com/LakeMurrayStateParkLodge Lake Texoma 11500 Park Office Road in Kingston (580) 564-2566 TravelOK.com/LakeTexomaStatePark

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Visitors can rent a boat, grab a snack at the convenience store, or fuel up at the privately operated Catfish Bay Marina at Lake Texoma.

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Stop by the Chickasaw Visitor Center in Sulphur, which features travel information, a lounge area, a gift shop featuring Pendleton products, National Park Service displays, and the opportunity to purchase fishing and hunting licenses for any outdoor adventures. chickasawcountry.com/first-american-shopping/ chickasaw-visitor-center Just off State Highway 7 and Interstate 35, head in to Bedré Fine Chocolate, owned by the Chickasaw Nation since 2000 and producing nationally recognized luxury chocolates. Pick up some sweet treats, watch the workers in the factory, and learn about the Native peoples who first cultivated chocolate. bedrechocolates.com At the incredible Chickasaw Cultural Center in Sulphur, one of the largest and most comprehensive tribal centers in the country, learn the history of the Chickasaws, watch cultural demonstrations, and even try fry bread, Indian tacos, grape

dumplings, pashofa, and more at the Aaimpa’ Café. chickasawculturalcenter.com Once the home of Chickasaw governor Douglas Henry Johnston, the Chickasaw White House in Emet is a historic treasure. Oklahoma’s first governor, Alfalfa Bill Murray, was married here, and his son—who became the state’s fourteenth governor—was born here. Tours are available by appointment. (580) 235-7343 A proper tour of Chickasaw Country can take awhile, so take a rest at the Artesian Hotel, Casino & Spa in Sulphur. Visit the Sole’renity Spa for some major rejuvenation, enjoy delectable dining at one of three restaurants, get some retail therapy in at the onsite shops, or chill out with room service in the luxurious suites. artesianhotel.com

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In southwest Oklahoma, discover grand prairie vistas leading to ancient mountains stretching toward the heavens. Here, you can learn about the Native tribes who’ve called these plains home for millennia; take some of the best hikes of your life through gorgeous sandstone and granite canyons; explore the history of Route 66 or the wonders of outer space; and dine at some truly legendary eateries. Oklahoma’s gorgeous southwest region has all this and more—what are you waiting for?

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DID YOU KN OW ? Visitors can take a trip down the “Main Street of America” at the Oklahoma Route 66 Museum in Clinton. The museum is divided into exhibits detailing the full history of Route 66. okhistory.org/sites/route66.php At P Bar Farms in Hydro each fall, there’s a themed corn maze, pumpkin patch, and petting zoo. After dark, though, the maze turns haunted and is filled with frightful Halloween fun for the whole family. pbarfarms.com The holiday season is the perfect time to take a trip to Elk City and celebrate Christmas in the Park. From the Holly Jolly Trolley to the Mistletoe Express to the hundreds of festive light displays, there’s a whole year’s worth of yuletide merriment to be had. visitelkcity.com/events/christmas-in-the-park

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Where the focus is conservation through education, the Medicine Park Aquarium & Natural Sciences Center makes for a great family-friendly day trip. The eco-tourism attraction has more than ninety native and non-native species of fish, reptile, amphibian, bird, and mammal species. It also includes a six-acre botanical garden. mpmns.org Housed inside a 1908 hospital building in Mangum is the Old Greer County Museum & Hall of Fame. Inside, there are more than sixty rooms filled with tokens of Old Greer County’s past, while outside is the hall of fame, honoring the pre-statehood pioneers as well as a restored 1928 Seagraves fire truck. oldgreercountymuseum.com

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BY K A R L I E Y B A R R A There might not be gold in those hills, but Red Rock Canyon Adventure Park has been a ruby in Oklahoma’s crown since before statehood. Plains tribes, particularly the Caddo people for whom the surrounding county was named, wintered in the area to escape the treacherous prairie cold and wind. In 1849, after gold was discovered in California, the ravine was an oasis where fortune seekers traveling the California Road could rest, repair their wagons, and refresh themselves and their animals from ever-flowing springs in the canyon. Now that shelter and fresh water aren’t as hard to come by, the 311-acre park offers treasures of a different variety. In fact, the crimson sandstone formations and natural beauty are so astounding that Washington state natives Jesse and Christina Roberge fell in love at first sight. “Like most people at home during the pandemic, we were watching a ton of TV,” says Christina. “We watched lots of shows about campgrounds—people traveling and doing things. So we were thinking in that direction when our now business partner went camping with his church at Red Rock in September 2023.” GL

Bud Patterson called the Roberges to let them know there was real potential in the area, which still is owned by the state but is being leased long-term. Jesse visited Oklahoma in October, and the three of them were the proud holders of a forty-five-year lease agreement by the end of November. “I came out here having never been to Oklahoma, only hearing about tornadoes,” Jesse says with a laugh. “I had seen a couple videos about it before I came, but when I drove down the canyon, I just said, ‘Wow.’ We uprooted, sold everything, and came here.” One of the first things Jesse did was read reviews-— especially the negative ones. Then the team got started right away making the park cleaner and safer. They cleared downed cottonwoods, black walnut, and sycamores that were left over from the 2020 ice storm. They also removed sick trees and anything else that might increase the fire danger. While everyone taking advantage of the park’s hundred-plus primitive and RV camping sites will appreciate the increased visibility of the spring-fed creek, those staying in the glamping area can’t help but marvel at the other recent improvements. In a secluded campground near the back of the park are three large bell tents on elevated platforms. Each tent is tall enough to stand up in and equipped with two beds—two have double queens and one has double twins—electricity, a coffeemaker, heaters during the winter, and air conditioning in the summer. Christina also includes a lock for each tent so visitors don’t have to bring their valuables while they’re exploring the area’s ten—soon to be twelve—miles of hiking trails.

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GLAMP TO CAMP “The part I love about having a lock is you can sleep with the screen open,” she says. Not only does this provide airflow, it also allows campers to enjoy the after-hours symphony of the bubbling brook, hooting owls, scuttling armadillos, and other creatures of the night. But the dark-averse needn’t fret either—lights illuminate the short path to the updated bathrooms and showers, so no one has to fumble with a flashlight in the middle of the night. Whether they’re roughing it or glamping it up, adventurers will find plenty to explore at Red Rock. There’s rappelling, a pool and splash pad that open on Memorial Day, and even a large beaver dam along Rough Horsetail Trail. Christina also has plans for an archery range, axe throwing, maybe even a zipline, but she hopes whatever travelers come for, they leave with some amazing memories. "We love being a part of someone’s vacation,” she says. “Isn’t it the best job?”

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Guests can choose between four of these picturesque cabins in Medicine Park. Each cabin sleeps two with a queen-sized bed and comes equipped with reserved parking, WiFi, and other amenities. These rentals also include a balcony overlooking Medicine Creek, and are all within walking distance to shops and restaurants around town. medicineparkproperties.com/birdhouse-cottages

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Embodying all the best rustic Oklahoma vibes, this Cordell bed and breakfast offers the perfect opportunity to capture that classic feeling of being home. With comfort, country, and luxury all combined, aKa Stables will sleep six in its master bedroom and loft space. It also includes a fire pit, porch swing, gourmet kitchen, and more. airbnb.com

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This Temple escape near the Red River has fun for everyone. There’s a pavilion with a brick fireplace and tables and chairs to enjoy stunning sunsets. During the day, the resort includes a private stocked fishing pond, seasonal ATV trails, and guided hunting services. redneckrivieraresortranch.com

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Legend has it in the 1930s, outlaws Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow stayed in Medicine Park while on the run. After spending the night under the same roof the infamous outlaws once did at the Bonnie & Clyde Cottage, visitors can walk the town’s cobblestone streets and enjoy their own getaway from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. medicineparkrentals.com/Accommodations/BonnieClyde.html

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Just a short drive from the Wichita Mountains in Elgin are the Painted Silo—converted grain bins offering modern amenities with a rustic flair. Each silo includes a fully equipped kitchen, dining room, bedroom, and living area. Sleeping up to four, these tiny homes make for a cozy, unique overnight. Both silos also feature a mural on the side—one a sunflower and the other a horse. airbnb.com

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SCAVENGER HUNT Before Route 66 turns a hundred years old in 2026, make a stop at the National Route 66 & Transportation Museum in Elk City to learn all about the Mother Road. The museum exhibits rare and historical artifacts such as cars, historic documents, and antiques—some even dating back more than a century. visitelkcity.com/the-national-route-66-and-transportation-museum/

Take to the skies at Weatherford’s Stafford Air & Space Museum. Weatherford is hometown to Apollo 10 astronaut General Thomas P. Stafford, so the museum houses one of the few actual Titan II rocket launch vehicles, as well as numerous artifacts from the Smithsonian, a flight simulation lab, and more. staffordmuseum.org

Located within the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, the Holy City of the Wichitas replicates Israel during Biblical times through numerous buildings visitors can explore. While the site is open year-round, each spring, it is home to the nation’s longest running outdoor Easter pageant, drawing thousands of faithful. theholycityofthewichitas.org

In Lawton’s Elmer Thomas Park, explore the "Lords of the Plains" at the Comanche National Museum & Cultural Center, and learn about everything from tornadoes to fine art at the Museum of the Great Plains. lawtonfortsillchamber.com

History? Art? A life-size statue in tribute to the American cowboys? Chisholm Trail Heritage Center in Duncan has all of these and more—including a 4D theater and the option to test your longhorn roping skills—allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the Old West. onthechisholmtrail.com

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Showcasing a multitude of authentic Native American artifacts and crafts is the Southern Plains Indian Museum in Anadarko. Clothing, weapons, dolls, and dioramas are just some of the items on permanent display, exhibiting the history and arts of various Plains tribes. doi.gov/iacb/southern-plains-indian-museum Every September, Lawton hosts its International Festival to celebrate awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the area, as nearby Fort Sill brings visitors and military personnel from all over the world. Visitors can delight in performances and demonstrations, parades, and games and other activities. swokarts.com

Experience the life of pioneers in Altus at the Museum of the Western Prairie. Here, visitors can dive deep into the history of Native Americans, cowboys, ranchers, and homesteaders through a 1891 ranch house, working windmill, and galleries holding more than 35,000 artifacts. okhistory.org/sites/westernprairie

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FROM THE SOUTHWEST Just off Interstate 40 in Clinton, the Water-Zoo Indoor Water Park features four-story waterslides, a lazy river, wave pool, retractable roof, food court, and even more to keep children entertained for hours.

The Medicine Park Aquarium & Natural Sciences Center features more than ninety species of animals. Guests can feed turtles, visit with river otters, and check out the wildflower and butterfly garden.

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Sizzling shrimp and golden-brown catfish filets, served alongside hand-cut steaks and burgers at Simon's Catch in Elk City, prove that landlocked small towns can outshine big city seafood.

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Along with being home to more than 275 species of birds, prairie dogs, mountain boomer lizards, and other animals, the 60,000-acre Wichita Mountains National Wildlife Refuge in Indiahoma also contains more than 650 magnificent bison.

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Avid outdoorspeople can have it all at Foss State Park with hiking, biking, disc golf, horseback riding, fishing, boating, and camping.

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Take a hike or go rock climbing at Great Plains, enjoy a day on the water at Fort Cobb, stroll along the beach at Foss, and relax at Quartz Mountain Lodge with the on-site restaurant and pool.

Hiking, fishing, boating, rock climbing, horseback riding, camping, swimming, golfing, bicycling, ATV/UTV riding, watercraft rentals

A southwest Oklahoma gem, Great Plains State Park is the perfect place for rock climbing with its granite boulders—or for hiking and exploring the remnants of the 1904 Gold Bells Mine.

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Quartz Mountain State Park 14722 State Highway 44a in Lone Wolf 580-563-2238 TravelOK.com/QuartzMountainNaturePark1

Fort Cobb State Park 27022 Copperhead Road in Fort Cobb 405-643-2249 TravelOK.com/FortCobbStatePark

Foss State Park 10252 State Highway 44 in Foss 580-592-4433 TravelOK.com/FossStatePark

Great Plains State Park 22487 E 1566 Road in Mountain Park 580-569-2032 TravelOK.com/GreatPlainsStatePark

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Whether you're kicking off the morning or needing an afternoon pick-me-up, White Buffalo Coffee Bar has something for the whole day. With locations around the state, this Altusbased coffee chain offers delicious breakfast, sandwiches, and signature caffeinated drinks. Visitors also can grab fresh baked goods, teas, or energy drinks. whitebuffalocoffeebar.com

Steeped in history, The Old Plantation Restaurant in Medicine Park offers traditional country-style steaks, burgers, and more. Learn the legends—like the story of when Bonnie and Clyde, Machine Gun Kelly, and Al Capone each visited the Old Plantation—and enjoy the legendary food in Oklahoma’s historic resort town. theoldplantationrestaurant.com

For a delightful lunch with even more delectable desserts, stop by The Soda Fountain Eatery in Anadarko. They’ll be serving a variety of sandwiches, salads, and loaded baked potatoes along with daily specials and a multitude of cakes available for later (pick up an extra one to take home). facebook.com/thesodafountaineatery

A Lawton staple, Wayne’s Drive Inn has been serving locals and out-of-towners alike for decades. Whether showing off cars or just looking for a good time, anything is possible at Wayne’s while also treating yourself to good burgers, steak fingers, and foot-long hot dogs. waynesdriveinn.com

Since 1954, the Big-A-Burger Drive Inn has been slinging great burgers and savory cheese fries as well as their famous tacos, steak sandwiches, and chili dogs. This Hobart hometown restaurant has been feeding generations of Oklahomans and providing the perfect comfort food fix. facebook.com/bigaburger/

Liberty Theatre in Carnegie is first and foremost a historic movie theater—the oldest continually operating theater in the state, in fact. However, the concessions have visitors lining up every night to get the world-famous Show Dogs: gourmet hot dogs served with Liberty’s unique and special chili. Some don’t even watch a movie—they get their Show Dogs to go. libertytheatres.com

Started by a mother-daughter duo, PrairieFire Grille in Elk City is one of western Oklahoma’s finest dining establishments. The restaurant, located in a historic train depot, prides itself on offering made-from-scratch entrees ranging from onion burgers and chicken-fried steak to salmon tacos, potato nachos, and The Barnyard—a delicious stack of fried green tomato, fried goat cheese, and pork belly with a raspberry jalapeño glaze. prairiefireelkcity.com

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From schnitzel to spaetzle, Mutti’s German Restaurant in Lawton serves a variety of Deutschland’s greats. Mutti's also brings delicious homemade desserts and an extensive list of German beers to the table. facebook.com/muttislawton Looking for a pitstop along Route 66? Look no further than the Route 66-themed diner inspired by the original Lucille’s Service Station, Lucille’s Roadhouse in Weatherford. Diners can enjoy a number of dinner options, including chicken fried steak, pork chops, hamburgers, and more. lucillesroadhouse.com If the draw of a juicy, succulent steak isn’t appetizing enough, White Dog Hill’s panoramic vistas will be more than enough to please visitors. This repurposed building located in the former Clinton Country Club is complete with a sprawling deck to dine upon while watching the sunset—and spectacular views across the prairie. whitedoghill.com

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As Oklahoma rises toward the west, the Great Plains lift, and the big sky opens. Here, you can find geological wonders, charming small towns, unforgettable adventures, and endless natural beauty. From the flat-top mountains that define the Black Mesa and Gloss Mountains areas to the sand dunes of Little Sahara and Beaver Dunes; from the dinosaur fossils at Black Mesa to the wind farms that dot the prairie; from simple and delicious cafes to the German delights at Café Bahnhof—there’s a surprise around every turn in Red Carpet Country.

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DID YOU KN OW ? Enid is home to the longest running symphony and the first civic orchestra in the state. The opulent Enid Symphony Center where they perform once was a Masonic temple and still contains nods to the former owners in the Egyptian lobby. enidsymphony.org The 101 Ranch once hosted the rowdiest cowboy spectaculars in the country. Now, Ponca City celebrates that legacy with the three-day 101 Wild West Rodeo in June. 101wildwestrodeo.com October’s arrival means it's time for the annual Watonga Cheese Festival, when visitors can stuff themselves with delicious dairy and wonderful wine from local vendors. facebook.com/watongacheesefestival

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Summers in Woodward can be sweltering, but Crystal Beach Waterpark is a fun place where the whole family can cool off or play mini golf if the weather is a bit more temperate. crystalbeachwoodward.com The Tonkawa Tribal Powwow brings thousands of Native Oklahomans—and many from out of state—together for three days of art, food, competition, and dance at the end of June each year. tonkawatribe.com Constructed from old crude oil tanks and weighing nearly 14,000 pounds, the largest cowboy hat in Oklahoma resides in Hennessey along U.S. Highway 81. 405-784-7077

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BY B E N L U S C H E N Calling Alva’s popular community hangout The Vanilla Bean a coffeehouse is a bit like calling a thoroughbred horse a pony. It’s not exactly wrong, but the term totally undersells the power and versatility of the faithful steed. It’s true The Vanilla Bean makes a great cup of joe, just as they have since their earliest incarnation as a coffee trailer in the northwest Oklahoma town of around five thousand. But does your corner coffee shop offer a prime rib brunch? How about chicken wings drenched in a sauce infused with Maker’s Mark bourbon or a twelve-ounce ribeye cooked just the way you like it? “We still sell a lot of coffee,” says Teresa Earnest, who co-owns the restaurant with her husband Dustin, “but we really have turned into more of a lunch and dinner place.” The Vanilla Bean first opened as a truck six years ago, selling coffee, cinnamon rolls, and a few other baked items. Parked across the street from Northwestern Oklahoma State University, the mobile storefront became a highly favored morning stop for students, faculty, and staff; it was not uncommon to see the line stretch into the street. Eventually, demand grew enough to convince Teresa to buy a small portable building, install a kitchen, and begin serving lunch items. The only problem was that, without space for a dining room, all orders had to be to-go.

That all changed in November 2021, when The Vanilla Bean finally opened in its new long-term home—a former bungalow-style house right on Alva’s Oklahoma Boulevard. The property had been a boutique before the Earnests purchased it, and Teresa’s love affair with the Western-embellished building far predates her ownership of it. “I used to think, ‘This would be the cutest coffee house ever,’” she says. Wrought-iron filigree accents and a colorful sign above the door certainly make for an adorable entrance, but the real delights are within. Breakfast is served through 11 a.m. every day except for Monday and features classics like pancakes, cinnamon rolls, and biscuits with sausage gravy. But the morning offerings get a significant upgrade during the weekly Sunday brunch. Smoked prime rib is served in dinosaur-sized slabs next to sides like hash brown casserole or mashed potatoes. Picturesque breakfast charcuterie boards feature creatively arranged waffles, frittatas, yogurt, fresh fruits, and various baked goods. Combine that with either a mimosa pitcher or a trip to the build-your-own bloody mary bar, and suddenly, breakfast transforms into a break-feast fit for a crowd. Lunch and dinner are no supporting roles here. The Bean’s hamburgers top the scales at a third of a pound and include favorites like the spicy Flame Thrower and the salty-sweet Mushroom Swiss. A selection of sandwiches— including everything from the classic grilled cheese to the freshly prepared chicken salad and more imposing Gobble Gobble turkey, bacon, and Swiss—steal the show thanks to addictive slices of homemade bread. The warm, fresh white bread is a town favorite, and the café sells several loaves of it to fans every day from its in-store bakery.

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TOAST OF THE TOWN Steak nights—every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday—also have been a smashing success, featuring the diner’s choice of ribeye, New York strip, filet mignon, or center-cut boneless pork chop with two sides. Though the Earnests and their team cover a wide culinary terrain, the unifying factor is a commitment to the work it takes for authentic homemade taste. “The stuff you buy from the store and just warm up, it’s faster, but it’s not as good,” Dustin says. “I mean, Teresa literally makes her broccoli cheddar soup from freshly grown broccoli.” The couple has witnessed Alva’s appreciation for that dedication. Teresa says customers thank her every day for bringing an original and locally owned event eatery into the small but tightknit community. When a unique and needed small business sets up shop, this city is eager to support it. “People always like to say that about their town,” Teresa says, “but in Alva, they really do.”

THANKS TO IT S WIDE-OPEN SPACES, EXPLORING NORTHWEST OKL AHOMA IS THIRST Y WORK. THESE FIVE EATERIES WON’ T JUST SATISFY YOUR HUNGER —THEY’LL WE T YOUR WHISTLE TOO WITH A TAST Y ADULT BEVER AGE. CAFÉ BAHNHOF — WAYNOKA Guests are recommended to call ahead and make reservations at this German restaurant, but it’s worth the effort. Enjoying a plate of schnitzel—five kinds to choose from—apple strudel topped with ice cream, and a cold glass of German lager in the biergarten is an experience to savor. Search Café Bahnhof on Facebook. HECTOR Y AMIGOS — WOODWARD The plates at this beloved Mexican café have a kick—the Molcajete Mexicana topped with the special hot sauce is especially feisty and flavorful. But the glasses bring the heat as well, at least when it comes to the zesty michelada made with beer, lime, tomato juice, and lots of spices. hectoryamigosmexicanrestaurantok.com ENID BREWING COMPANY AND EATERY — ENID Loaded beef brisket nachos and a craft beer might be the new it couple, especially when there are a dozen craft brews on the menu. This Enid establishment takes customer service a step further by offering two comfortable overnight options for those who don’t want the evening to end. enidbrewing.com PUB ON THE BRICKS — GUYMON

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If being a sports bar were a sport, Pub on the Bricks would be grand champion. There are fifty televisions. On Wednesdays, wings are only sixty cents. And the menu offers a dangerously delicious red apple sangria, but the bartenders (not mixologists) also serve just about every kind of beer. thepubonthebricks.com ENRIQUE’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT — PONCA CITY Watching the planes fly in and out of the Ponca City airport is fun, but when the basket of hot puffy tortilla chips, smoky salsa, and zesty queso arrive, it’s time to focus on the food. The drinks are worth some attention too: jalapeño margarita, strawberry refresher, and a Cuban mix with peach are just a few thirst quenchers on the menu. enriquesmexicanrestaurant.com

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SCAVENGER HUNT Between the Cherokee Strip Museums in Perry (cherokee-strip-museum.org) and Alva (csmalva.org) and the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center in Enid (csrhc.org), you can become an expert in the history of Oklahoma’s famous Wild West days.

Inside Leonardo’s Children’s Museum in Enid, kids can practice in a pint-size medical clinic, tinker with toys, climb the Power Tower, and more. Outside, the fun continues with Adventure Quest, the world’s largest community-built outdoor playground, which took more than 12,000 local volunteers to build.

Step inside a real “soddy” at the Sod House Museum in Aline, which celebrates Oklahoma pioneers. In addition to the only remaining dirt domicile in the state, you can see handmade quilts, farm implements, and interpretive displays that make the past more vibrant.

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The small town of Wakita is home to the Twister the Movie Museum, a shrine to the 1996 blockbuster Twister.

The eight-mile-wide-crater beneath northwestern Oklahoma scrubland is buried deep within the ground, but the Ames Astrobleme Museum helps interpret the cosmic events that reshaped this part of the world 450 million years ago. aoghs.org/energy-education-resources/ ames-astrobleme-oil-museum/

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Chances are, if you’re in Ponca City, there’s a world-class historical experience just around the corner. The Pioneer Woman Museum (pioneerwomanmuseum.com) is home to the famous statue, but it also preserves

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the legacy of women who helped build the Sooner State. Standing Bear Park, Museum, and Education Center (standingbearpark.com) honors Ponca Chief Standing Bear and the six area tribes. Finally, the E.W. Marland Mansion (marlandmansion.com) is 44,000 square feet of oil baron opulence that makes some palaces look quaint. From April to October at the Salt Plains National Wildlife Refuge, visitors are invited to walk onto the alien-looking landscape to dig for unique hourglass-shaped selenite crystals—the only place in the world they are found. fws.gov/refuge/salt-plains

Ready for your own Mad Max experience? Hit the sand dunes at Little Sahara State Park near Waynoka and Beaver Dunes Park near Beaver. Between the two, about 2,000 acres of sand dunes—some at Little Sahara as high as seventy-five feet—await ATV and dune buggy riders, which can be brought or rented from onsite outfitters.

At the tip of Oklahoma’s Panhandle in the tiny town of Kenton, hike to the state’s highest point at Black Mesa Nature Preserve, visit a set of fossilized dinosaur tracks in a riverbed, and view some of the clearest night skies in the nation at the Okie Tex Star Party every September. TravelOK.com/Kenton

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F RO M T H E N O RT H W E S T A longtime favorite in downtown Woodward, Hector Y Amigos serves up tasty Tex-Mex classics alongside a bevy of more traditional dishes and creative specialties.

Home to more than fifty windmills, the Shattuck Windmill Museum and Park has been hosting visitors since 1994. Ranging in height up to forty feet, they span a hundred years of design, and no two are alike.

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Weighing in at 18,000 pounds, Cimmy the Apatosaurus is a landmark for visitors coming to the Cimarron Heritage Center in Boise City. Inside, they can learn all about the history of Cimarron County and the surrounding area.

One of Oklahoma’s original seven state parks, Boiling Springs State Park in Woodward is named for the natural bubbling spring located under a pavilion near the park office.

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Located at the very tip of Oklahoma’s Panhandle, Black Mesa State Park offers a rugged landscape unlike any other.

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Northwest Oklahoma’s state parks are so different from one another, there’s something on every traveler’s bucket list. Watch a golden eagle fly over the top of Black Mesa, Oklahoma’s highest point; zoom over the dunes of Little Sahara in a buggy; or play eighteen holes at Roman Nose’s well-manicured golf course. Camping and Lodging Book a room at the comfy lodge at Roman Nose, set up a tent at Boiling Springs, or park your RV near the dunes of Little Sahara. Activities Hiking, mountain biking, fishing, spelunking, horseback riding, crystal digging, cave tours, off-road ATV/ UTV riding, swimming, camping

Alabaster Caverns 217036 State Highway 50A in Freedom (580) 621-3381 TravelOK.com/AlabasterCavernsStatePark

Little Sahara 8951 U.S. Highway 281 in Waynoka (580) 824-1471 TravelOK.com/LittleSaharaStatePark

Black Mesa County Road 325 in Kenton (580) 665-8396 TravelOK.com/ BlackMesaStateParkNaturePreserve

Roman Nose 3236 State Highway 8A in Watonga (405) 295-2770 TravelOK.com/RomanNoseStateParkLodge

Boiling Springs 207745 Boiling Springs Road in Woodward (580) 256-7664 TravelOK.com/BoilingSpringsStatePark Gloss Mountain North of Fairview off of U.S. Highway 412 (580) 227-2512 TravelOK.com/GlossMountainStatePark

Salt Plains 23280 South Spillway Drive in Jet (580) 626-4731 TravelOK.com/GreatSaltPlainsStatePark

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Located near the state park of the same name, Black Mesa Nature Preserve may be more thrilling than visitors anticipate. That’s because bighorn sheep, antelope, bobcats, mountain lions, and black bears frequent the area. nature.org Though most of the Rita Blanca National Grassland isn’t open to the public, the Felt picnic area off of U.S. Highway 412 in Cimarron County offers excellent birding opportunities—at least ninety-four species according to Cornell Lab’s eBird app. fs.usda.gov/detail/cibola During the fall and winter, Alabaster Caverns State Parks hosts thousands of hibernating bats of several species—sometimes as many as twenty thousand at a time. TravelOK.com/state-parks/alabaster-caverns-state-park

With more than thirty-two thousand acres of wetlands, prairie, and salt flats, the Salt Plains National Wildlife Refuge attracts millions of birds migrating during spring and fall. At four-and-a-half-feet-tall, flocks of whooping cranes make for an unforgettable sight. fws.gov/refuge/salt-plains The Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation oversees wildlife management areas throughout northwestern Oklahoma: Optima, Beaver River, Cooper, Fort Supply, Canton, Drummond Flats, Packsaddle, and more. Before visiting, check to make sure you have all required permits for hunting, fishing, camping, or other activities. wildlifedepartment.com

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Did you know Route 66 was originally an Oklahoma idea? It’s true: Cyrus Avery, who first conceived of the highway we now know as the Mother Road, was a Tulsan. And before the road known as the Will Rogers Highway turns 100 years old in 2026, get to know Oklahoma’s more than four hundred drivable miles—one of the longest stretches in the nation. Along this historic highway, you’ll meet a famous Blue Whale, James Beard Award-winning chefs, and muffler men and women who tower over the traffic, welcoming all who come experience the magic that is America’s Mother Road.

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In Miami, take a tour of the historic 1929 Coleman Theatre, and don’t forget to stop in for a burger at Waylan’s Ku-Ku. visitmiamiok.com In Vinita, stop by for a slice of pie at Clanton’s Cafe, the oldest continually family-owned restaurant on Route 66 in Oklahoma. clantonscafe.com Completed in 1962, Ed Galloway’s Totem Pole Park in Foyil is a quaint historic stop just off the Route. nps.gov/places/ed-galloways-totem-pole-park.html

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Route 66 is also known as the Will Rogers Highway, so stop in Claremore for a tour of the Will Rogers Memorial Museum. willrogers.com It’s not a trip down Route 66 if you don’t stop for a selfie at the Blue Whale of Catoosa, a famous Mother Road stop since 1972. Bedding down for the night? Stop in at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa in Catoosa, where comfy beds, great food, and endless amenities make for a relaxing Mother Road stop. hardrockcasinotulsa.com

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In the Cathedral District, peruse the vegan-friendly menu at The Vault, visit the gorgeous Boston Avenue Methodist Church, and check out the murals by Josh Butts and Holbrook Lawson. In the Meadow Gold District, hang out with muffler folk like Buck Atom and Stella Atom and Mack the Friendly Lumberjack; see the dinosaurs at Decopolis Discovitorium; and grab a bite at Ike’s Chili, where Will Rogers once dined.

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In the Kendall-Whittier District, visit the historic Circle Cinema, made famous in The Outsiders; grab a beer at Heirloom Rustic Ales; or see a concert at Thelma’s Peach.

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If you’re wanting a taste of Tulsa nightlife, check out the Blue Dome District. Have a barbecue dinner at Albert G’s, grab a drink at Reds Bar, and show the bowling pins who’s boss at Dustbowl Lanes & Lounge.

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Sapulpa is the Christmas Capital of Route 66, and every year, the Sapulpa Christmas Chute brings holiday cheer to the Mother Road with shops, food trucks, and festive decor all along Main Street. route66christmaschute.com Chandler loves Route 66, and it shows: Visit the Chandler Route 66 Intepretive Center, the famous neon at Route 66 Bowl, and the Seaba Station Motorcycle Museum in nearby Warwick. TravelOK.com/Chandler

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The famous Rock Café in Stroud is a Route 66 legend—so much so that the character of Sally Carrera in Disney-Pixar's Cars film series was based on its owner, Dawn Welch. rockcafert66.com Grab some barbecue at Butcher BBQ Stand in Wellston or some chicken at Arcadia’s Chicken Shack. Then head west to see Arcadia’s famous Round Barn and the legendary neon soda bottle at Pops 66.

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At the Oklahoma State Capitol, check out a world-class art collection, take a tour of the historic building, and stop by the Travel Information Center for some great Oklahoma swag. arts.ok.gov/tours

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In Uptown 23rd, take in a show at the historic Tower Theatre, get a selfie at the Gold Dome building, take in some very fine cuisine at Cheever’s Cafe, or grab a drink at The Pump Bar. uptown23rd.com

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In the Western Avenue District, catch live music Tuesday through Saturday at the 51st Street Speakeasy, enjoy Japanese cuisine at Musashi’s and Sushi Neko, and get your vinyl fix at Guestroom Records. visitwesternavenue.com

In the Britton District, grab a coffee at Zero Tolerance, shop for vintage gold at Orange Peel, and have authentic New Mexico cuisine at El Coyote. brittondistrictokc.com

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Got that shopping itch while coming down the Route? Stop in Yukon for some retail therapy at Lokal by Design, Urban Boondocks Market, or Urban Oak on 66, to name but a few. yukonok.gov/292/visit In El Reno, sample the ideal form of the Mother Road’s most iconic dish: The Oklahoma Onion Burger. Get one at Sid’s Diner, Robert’s Grill, or Johnnie’s Hamburgers & Coneys. Then take a stroll through the historic Main Street, where the 2024 hit film Twisters had its dramatic climax. elrenook.gov

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Visit the historic Lucille's Historic Highway Gas Station in Hydro before dipping into Weatherford for a meal at its namesake restaurant, Lucille's Roadhouse. Just around the corner is the Smithsonian-affiliated Stafford Air & Space Museum. cityofweatherford.com/tourism Two of the nation’s best Route 66 museums are in western Oklahoma: the Oklahoma Route 66 Museum in Clinton and the National Route 66 Museum in nearby Elk City’s museum complex. okhistory.org/sites/route66

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Just south of the Route near Vinita, Grand Lake Just forty miles north of the Route, Roman Nose State Park is made up of seven areas, providing State Park is a perfect overnight stay, with a cozy camping and RV sites and easy access to the clear lodge and restaurant, challenging golf course, blue waters GREAT of Grand PLAINS Lake STATEO’ PARK The- MOUNTAIN Cherokees.PARK | PHOTO CREDIT and beautiful scenic hikes. TravelOK.com/state-parks TravelOK.com/state-parks/roman-nose-state-park Just west of Tulsa on picturesque Keystone Lake, Keystone State Park is rich with outdoor adventures from boating and fishing to camping and hiking—plus cozy cabins for those who want to just vibe in nature. TravelOK.com/state-parks/keystone-state-park

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Foss State Park west of Clinton surrounds an expansive reservoir that’s ideal for fishing, boating, and swimming, and in the warmer months, kayak rentals and a seasonal marina are available. TravelOK.com/state-parks/foss-state-park

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ROUTE 66 RESOURCES

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In 1926, Tulsan Cyrus Avery led the creation of what now is known as the Mother Road—Route 66. Next year, the Route will celebrate its centennial, and the year-long party is not to be missed. But any time is a good time to travel the Route, which has enough fascinating people, quirky roadside attractions, and memories to be made for a lifetime of trips. For more information on Route 66 and the 2026 Route 66 Centennial, check out these resources. The Oklahoma Route 66 Commission The Route 66 commission provides excellent information on the state’s four hundred miles of Mother Road as well as history, construction updates, and tons of helpful tips. oklahomaroute66.com

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TravelOK’s Route 66 page At TravelOK.com, you can subscribe to our Route 66 newsletter, check out an attractions map, and download a digital copy of our Route 66 guide. TravelOK.com/Route_66

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Oklahoma Today magazine

Celebrating its own anniversary (the 70th!) in 2026, the internationally recognized official state magazine will publish six collectible issues throughout the year highlighting the history, culture, attractions, food, and people of Oklahoma’s stretch of 66. oklahomatoday.com

The National Route 66 Centennial Commission Design the ultimate American road trip with the federal commission’s guides and information—and even submit your own centennial project for consideration! route66-centennial.com W

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Hungry? Sample Claremore’s many delicious restaurants, including Hammett House (save room for pie), Nut House Deli, The Pink House, and Main Street Tavern, to name only a few. The Will Rogers Memorial Museum celebrates Oklahoma’s favorite son, the Cherokee Kid, the O.G. pundit, trick roper, and actor. willrogers.com The J.M. Davis Arms & Historical Museum features a collection of arms including a pistol once owned by Pretty Boy Floyd—plus 1,200 steins, a tour of Cherokee history, and so much more. thegunmuseum.com At the Claremore Museum of History, check out the Lynn Riggs Memorial Exhibit, dedicated to the author whose book Green Grow the Lilacs was adapted into Broadway’s beloved musical Oklahoma! claremoremoh.com

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With some of the most diverse terrain of any state in the nation, Oklahoma has nearly three dozen state parks representing everything from desert mesas to low wetlands, mountain lakes to open prairie vistas. In these public lands, every visitor will find life-changing experiences. Whether your definition of a good time involves fishing, boating, hiking, or other outdoor sports—or just kicking back with a nice campfire, a cozy cabin, and a bottle of wine, Oklahoma’s state parks are calling you to get back into nature.

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Alabaster Caverns State Park

Great Plains State Park

Black Mesa State Park

Quartz Mountain State Park

Boiling Springs State Park

Grand Lake State Park

Gloss Mountain State Park

Little Sahara State Park

Cherokee Landing State Park

Greenleaf State Park

Roman Nose State Park

Salt Plains State Park

Keystone State Park

Arrowhead State Park

Lake Eufaula State Park

Robbers Cave State Park

Natural Falls State Park

Clayton Lake State Park

Osage Hills State Park

Lake Wister State Park

Sequoyah State Park

McGee Creek State Park

Sequoyah Bay State Park

Raymond Gary State Park

Tenkiller State Park

Beavers Bend State Park

Lake Murray State Park

Talimena State Park

Lake Texoma State Park

Fort Cobb State Park

Lake Thunderbird State Park

Foss State Park

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BY K A R L I E Y B A R R A Oklahoma state parks offer just about every kind of outdoor adventure travelers might seek, from rock climbing to scuba diving. After a long day of hiking or horseback riding, visitors can relax and reconnect with friends and family in comfortable lodges or cabins. But historically, when it came to refueling for more fun, hungry patrons had to leave their little oases and schlep to the nearest town for food. Now, those staying at Lake Murray, Robbers Cave, Beavers Bend, Sequoyah, Roman Nose, and Quartz Mountain state parks can get their grub on without having to use up one ounce of gas thanks to The Lookout Kitchen. Just after the Oklahoma Tourism & Recreation Department announced that La Ratatouille—the dining group behind Falcone’s Pizzeria in Oklahoma City—would open restaurants in six parks, it became clear that the public was clamoring for these culinary outposts. “We’ve received a lot of support from the local communities,” says owner and operator J.P. Wilson. “We’ve had chambers of commerce, mayors, and many more reaching out to see what they can do to help.”

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Wilson and his team didn’t waste a single second: They started hiring staff, writing menus, and finessing all the necessary little details immediately. Luckily, they didn’t have to do much in the way of locations, since they already had some of the most beautiful views in the state. “Each restaurant has a unique look,” Wilson says. “You get the gorgeous lake view at Murray; at Robbers Cave, you enter through a cave; at Quartz, you’re tucked right into the mountains . . . You leave each one thinking, ‘This is the prettiest one.’” While the sites are important to travelers, the tastes have to be stunning as well. The Lookout’s menus were carefully crafted to satisfy people of all ages and backgrounds—the same plethora of folks who visit Oklahoma’s state parks. Manny Davila, head chef and kitchen manager for the Lake Murray location, worked with Wilson and manager John Skidmore to highlight the best of Falcone’s authentic pizza and pasta while adding homestyle comfort classics and healthy options. For instance, Davila knew scratch-made biscuits and creamy gravy were musts for the breakfast menu, but his big breakfast burrito stuffed with Blue and Gold sausage, bacon, and crispy hash browns is a less traditional but equally filling option. For a light lunch, folks can grab a sandwich or Caesar salad before heading to the water. Dinnertime brings pizza—naturally—sandwiches, salads, traditional and Impossible burgers, and pasta, including the spaghetti and gargantuan half-pound meatballs made with Oklahoma beef. And, as difficult as it may be not to fill up on apps and entrees, The Lookout’s menu ends with a bang too. “Our desserts are wonderful,” Davila says. “We’re featuring a giant chocolate chip cookie, decadent

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chocolate cake, strawberry cake, and an Oreo cheesecake that’s just to die for.” While Wilson and Davila certainly hope guests enjoy their dining experience, they also hope to be a part of a broader picture, to help create family memories and provide a hub for the towns that embraced them from the beginning of this whole process. “We want to provide for the campers and people staying at the lodge, but we also want to draw in crowds from the surrounding communities so everyone can come out for awhile, have a great meal, and relax with a wonderful view,” Davila says.

O K L A H O M A ’ S S TAT E PA R K S A R E E XC E L L E N T P L AC E S T O S P O T W I L D L I F E , W H E T H E R B A L D E AG L E S , P O RC U P I N E S , O R E V E N B AT S . B U T I F YO U ’ R E WA N T ING TO DO A LIT TLE MORE THAN LOOK, GET TO KNOW SOME OF OKL AHOMA S TAT E PA R K S ’ A N I M A L A M B A SS A D O R S . HARRY P. OTTER Harry P. Otter is an almost four-year-old North American River Otter (Native, Lontra canadensis). Due to improper diet when he was a pup, his bones are stunted and weak. But Harry does not let any of his physical limitations get him down: He is the life of the party and one of visitors’ favorites. Meet him at Three Forks Nature Center at Sequoyah State Park. LITTLE BIT AND BIG MOMMA Little Bit the leucistic raccoon came to the Nature Center with Big Momma, who is an albino raccoon. Due to their unique fur, leucistic and albino mammals have a very difficult time surviving in the wild and often have a very short life. Big Momma and Little Bit were placed at Bernice Area at Grand Lake State Park in August of 2021 from the U.S. Federal Marshals and the USDA when they were seized from a defunct roadside zoo. JERRI THE COACHWHIP

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Coachwhips are the fastest snakes in Oklahoma and tend to be shy. They also tend to retreat into rodent burrows, under rocks, or other good hiding spots like wooden boards when frightened or during cooler weather. Coachwhips might produce a similar sound to a rattlesnake’s rattle if they feel threatened and cornered. During hot summer days, Coachwhips are known to be active when other snakes tend to be inactive. Meet Jerri at the nature center at Beavers Bend State Park.

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Heart Healthy Trails

Each of Oklahoma’s state parks features campsites designed for use by people with physical disabilities, and these campsites are noted on the state parks’ RV and campsite reservation system at TravelOK.com.

Oklahoma State Parks’ Heart Healthy Trails program is a system of paved and unpaved trails that are of easy to moderate difficulty. Each is marked with a Heart Healthy Trail sign, and distance markers are placed at quarter-mile intervals along the trail’s right-hand side.

In addition, Oklahoma state parks feature a number of ADA accessible trails. At Little Sahara State Park, the ADA-accessible boardwalk allows all visitors access to the sand dunes. Lake Murray features a trail for trackchairs.

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Is camping just not your style? We get it—that’s why our state park lodges at Roman Nose, Quartz Mountain, Lake Murray, Beavers Bend, and Robbers Cave have comfy beds, warm showers, fluffy towels, and stunning views of some of our state’s most beautiful natural scenes.

If you’re looking for that perfect mix of rustic and cozy, Oklahoma state park cabins are just your ticket. From simple fishing cabins like the ones at McGee Creek; historic Civilian Conservation Corps-built cabins like the ones at Osage Hills and Robbers Cave; or just a comfy, intimate home base like the stays at Greenleaf or Lake Wister, we’ve got a place that’s just perfect for you.

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. . . BUT THE FUN DOESN’T STOP THERE! If you’re looking for something that’ll truly get your Instagram popping— and give you stories to tell for years to come—Oklahoma State Parks have a number of unique overnight stays. Book an overnight in a yurt or a covered wagon at Robbers Cave; cozy up in a tiny cabin on the banks of the Lower Mountain Fork River at Beavers Bend; sleep in a teepee at Roman Nose; or slumber in a canvas wall tent at Osage Hills.

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Camping There’s nothing quite like camping for achieving that stress-reducing, inner-peacenurturing connection with the outdoors. Oklahoma’s state parks offer a number of exciting camping experiences. At Talimena State Park, pitch a tent in an evergreen forest

in the Ouachita Mountains. At Little Sahara, find the perfect camp site among the sand dunes. No matter where you choose to pitch your tent, you’ll be just minutes from opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, fishing, birding opportunities, and so much more.

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Buy it Where You Burn it RVing at Oklahoma State Parks Shipments of recreational vehicles grew more than 11 percent in 2024 over the previous year, and Oklahoma State Parks are always happy to welcome RV campers, whether they’re seeking forested seclusion or a lively RV park with all the amenities. Pull-through and back-in sites are available with 30- or 50-amp service. So fuel up and hit the road to discover Oklahoma’s diverse outdoor landscapes—from the rugged boulder fields of Great Plains State Park to the shaded campgrounds of Grand Lake, Oklahoma is ready to provide your grand RV adventure.

BUILDING A FIRE? THE OKL AHOMA F O R E S T RY S E RV I C E U RG E S YO U T O S O U RC E YO U R W O O D L O C A L LY.

Everyone enjoys a nice campfire, and oftentimes, it may seem easier to pick up a cord of firewood before leaving home. But tree-killing insects, parasites, and diseases can live in firewood even when no holes or bugs are visible. When people move local firewood to other parts of the state, these threats come with them. Native trees have defenses against the insects and diseases they’ve lived with for millions of years, and native predators keep those in check. But non-native insects and diseases have no predators in their new location, and the trees don’t have the ability to defend against them. Local firewood, on the other hand, comes from the closest convenient and legal source a traveler can find. Ten miles or less is best—fifty is too much. Many states have quarantines in place, so if you’re traveling from out of state, show extra caution. If you’ve already moved firewood, the best option is to burn it quickly, completely, and safely. Do not leave it there, and don’t take it home.

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F R O M O K L A H O M A S TAT E PA R KS With miles of equestrian trails, Roman Nose State Park is a premier northwestern Oklahoma spot to saddle up at and explore by horseback. TravelOK.com/RomanNoseStateParkLodge Whether they're boating, swimming, or just lounging around, visitors to Lake Tenkiller State Park will find plenty of ways to stay cool. TravelOK.com/TenkillerStatePark

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Go rock climbing or take a scenic hike among the granite boulder fields of Great Plains State Park.

TravelOK.com/GreatPlainsStatePark Book a cabin at Lake Wister and wake up to the gorgeous sunrise views across the lake. Goes perfect with a cup of coffee.

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FISHING & BOATING Oklahoma’s state parks provide visitors with endless miles of lake shoreline and river bank, all perfect for any kind of H2O-based adventure. All anglers on public Oklahoma waters are required to have a current Oklahoma fishing license.

WHERE TO FISH IN OKLAHOMA STATE PARKS:

BASS Looking for striped bass? Try Tenkiller State Park and Arrowhead State Park. For striped bass, you can’t beat the 89,000 acres of water accessible from Lake Texoma State Park. TROUT Oklahoma’s wildlife department stocks a year-round trout stream in the Lower Mountain Fork River at Beavers Bend State Park. Seasonally, the department also stocks trout in Boecher Lake at Roman Nose State Park and Fourche Maline River at Robbers Cave State Park.

Scan here to get your Oklahoma Fishing License now!

PADDLEFISH One of Oklahoma’s most unusual-looking aquatic species, Paddlefish can be found at Keystone State Park, in the waters of Grand Lake O’ the Cherokees, accessible from Twin Bridges Area at Grand Lake State Park. Just be sure to stretch beforehand: Paddlefish can weigh up to fifty pounds.

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SUNFISH Looking to teach a kiddo how to fish? Sunfish, Oklahoma’s most common fish species, are a great way to start. Find bluegill, redear, and green sunfish all over the state, including at McGee Creek State Park and Beavers Bend State Park. WALLEYE Introduced in the state in the 1950s, walleye now live in waters throughout Oklahoma. Drop a line for them at Tenkiller State Park, Foss State Park, and Great Plains State Park. CATFISH Hunt for channel catfish at Lake Wister State Park in the southeast and Fort Cobb State Park in the southwest.

BOATING AT OKLAHOMA STATE PARKS: Many of our state parks welcome boaters. You can waterski at Foss State Park, rent a kayak at Lake Murray State Park, or rent a boat from one of the many state park marinas, like the one at Keystone State Park.

Know before you go: Scan here for Oklahoma boating regulations.

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The Junior Naturalist program is a special opportunity for your child to learn about and help protect Oklahoma’s natural, historical, and cultural resources. Children ten and under may complete the Junior Naturalist Park Steward program, and those ten and older will love the Junior Naturalist Park Interpreter program.

Under the guidance of a park ranger, children will attend a Junior Ranger Class, take and sign the Junior Ranger Pledge, and receive their Junior Ranger Commission Card and Junior Ranger Badge. Those wishing to participate in the Junior Naturalist or Junior Ranger programs are encouraged to contact their state park of choice in advance, as the programs are not available at all parks at all times.

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Bounce on the water trampoline and zoom down the waterslide at Lake Murray Water Sports at Lake Murray State Park.

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At Beavers Bend State Park, take an unforgettable ride on a 1/3 replica of an 1868 train at Beavers Bend Depot & Stables.

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Our state parks are always ready to welcome you, and our amazing park rangers are trained to deal with any emergency. But let’s not bother them: Follow these tips to make your state park stay safe and enjoyable.

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Poison ivy grows throughout Oklahoma as a small bush or a vine that grows up a tree, and many people are allergic to it, causing painful, itchy blisters or a rash. Here’s how to stay safe:

Ticks are small, leathery arachnids that look like small buttons and feed on the blood of other animals. When ticks bite, they can cause a painful skin rash, and some ticks carry diseases that can be very serious. Here’s how to stay safe:

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If a tick is attached to your skin, there are a few ways to safely remove it: Cover the tick with a thick layer of Vaseline, then wait a few minutes and pull it off. You can also use tweezers to grasp the tick and pull it out with a steady, straight motion. Do not squeeze the tick or jerk it when pulling it out, or its head may remain lodged in your skin.

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HOW TO BE A GOOD PARK GUEST (SOME TIPS!) 1. Protect our natural and cultural resources: Don’t collect plants, rocks, or flowers—leave them for others to enjoy. Use of metal detectors is allowed with a permit, but don’t remove cultural, historic, or archaeological finds.

2. Don’t feed the wildlife! And keep all pets on a leash that is not longer than ten feet.

5. Be water safe! Swimming is prohibited within 150 feet of boat ramps, docks, and public fishing piers. Fishing is not permitted within 100 feet of boat ramps and docks.

6. Firearms are illegal to carry in any building that is leased or owned by a state or federal governmental authority.

3. Be kind to our land: please don’t carve or write graffiti on natural features or buildings, never take glass containers to beach areas, and use trash receptacles and dumpsters in the park. Trail users and anglers: If you pack it in, pack it out! Trash on the ground in our state parks is SO not cool.

7. Be courteous! Keep noise and disruptions to a minimum and observe quiet hours from 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. Observe all posted speed limits and do not crowd the campsite next to you.

4. Be fire safe! Never use gasoline or kerosene to start a grill, do not chop down standing trees or branches to make a fire, don’t build large bonfires, never place non-burnable items in a fire ring, and never, ever, ever leave a campfire unattended.

8. Check-in: To find check-in and check-out times for Oklahoma State Parks, visit okstateparks.camp/ reservationguide. We like the Golden Rule here in Oklahoma, so be sure to observe these times so other guests aren’t kept waiting.

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Alabaster Caverns State Park

6 mi S of Freedom on St Hwy 50 1/2 mi E on St Hwy 50A

(580) 621-3381

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Black Mesa State Park

27 mi W of Boise City on St Hwy 325

(580) 665-8396

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Boiling Springs State Park

1 mi N of Woodward on St Hwy 34 then 4 mi E on St Hwy 34C

(580) 256-7664

Gloss Mountain State Park**

US Hwy 412 in Fairview

(580) 227-2512

Little Sahara State Park

4 mi S of Waynoka on US Hwy 281

(580) 824-1471

Roman Nose State Park

4 mi N of Watonga on St Hwy 8, 3 mi N on St Hwy 8A

Park: (580) 623-7281 Golf: (580) 623-7989

Roman Nose Lodge & Golf Course

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Salt Plains State Park

8 mi N of Jet on St Hwy 38

(580) 626-4731

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Arrowhead State Park Arrowhead Golf Course

18 mi N of McAlester on US Hwy 69 E of Canadian on US Hwy 69

Park: (918) 339-2204 Golf: (918) 339-2769

b 190 P K h

Robbers Cave State Park Robbers Cave Lodge

5 mi N of Wilburton on St Hwy 2

(918) 465-2562

Clayton Lake State Park*

5 mi S of Clayton on US Hwy 271

(918) 569-7981

Lake Wister State Park

2 mi S of Wister on US Hwy 270

(918) 658-4343

McGee Creek State Park

576 S McGee Creek Lake Rd in Atoka

Raymond Gary State Park*

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(580) 873-2307

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Beavers Bend State Park Beavers Bend Lodge & Cedar Creek Golf Course

8 mi N of Broken Bow on US Hwy 259 then 4 mi E on St Hwy 259A

Park: (580) 494-6300 Lodge: (580) 494-6179 Golf: (580) 494-6456

Talimena State Park

7 mi N of Talihina on US Hwy 271

(918) 471-5394

Fort Cobb State Park Fort Cobb Golf Course

1 mi N of Fort Cobb on St Hwy 9 then 4 mi N on CS 2550

Park: (405) 643-2249 Golf: (405) 643-2398

Foss State Park

11 mi W of Clinton on St Hwy 73, 2 mi N on St Hwy 44

(580) 592-4433

Great Plains State Park

7 mi N of US Hwys 62 and 183 Jct

(580) 569-2032

Quartz Mountain State Park Quartz Mountain Lodge

17 mi N of Altus on St Hwy 44A

Park: (580) 563-2238 Lodge: (580) 563-9174

Bernice Area at Grand Lake State Park

1/2 mi E of Bernice on St Hwy 85A

(918) 786-9447

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E of Langley on N 4475 Rd

Park: (918) 435-8066 Golf: (918) 435-8727

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Cherokee Landing State Park

10 mi S of US Hwy 62 & St Hwy 82 Jct

(918) 457-5716

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2 blocks E of Disney on St Hwy 28

(918) 435-8066

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3 mi S of Braggs on St Hwy 10

(918) 487-5622

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1 mi S of Grove on US Hwy 59, 3/4 mi W on State Park Rd

(918) 786-9447

Keystone State Park

6 mi E of Mannford on St Hwy 51, 1/2 mi N on St Hwy 151

(918) 865-4991

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Lake Eufaula State Park

14 mi SW of Checotah off I-40 and St Hwy 150

(918) 689-5311

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Natural Falls State Park

6 mi W of West Siloam Springs on US Hwy 412

(918) 422-5802

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Osage Hills State Park

11 mi W of Bartlesville on US Hwy 60

(918) 336-4141

Sequoyah State Park Sequoyah State Park Lodge & Golf Course

8 mi E of Wagoner on St Hwy 51

(918) 772-2046

Sequoyah Bay State Park

4 mi S of Wagoner on St Hwy 16

(918) 772-2046

Spavinaw Area at Grand Lake State Park

In Spavinaw on St Hwy 20

(918) 435-8066

Tenkiller State Park

8 mi N of Gore on St Hwy 100

(918) 776-8180

Twin Bridges Area at Grand Lake State Park

6 mi E of Fairland at Jct of US Hwy 60 and St Hwy 137

(918) 542-6969

Lake Murray State Park Lake Murray Lodge & Golf Course

Lodge: 3323 Lodge Rd Park Office: 13528 Scenic St Hwy 77

Park: (580) 223-4044 Lodge: (580) 223-6600 Golf: (580) 223-6613

Lake Texoma State Park

3 1/2 mi E of Kingston on US Hwy 70

(580) 564-2566

Lake Thunderbird State Park

9 mi E of Norman on Alameda Dr

(405) 360-3572

* Operated by LIFT Community Action Agency ** Operated by the City of Fairview

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ATTRACTIONS The following pages contain a wide variety of just some of the wonderful things to see and do across the state. For a full list of attractions visit TravelOK.com/things-to-do. ADA

Ada Area Chamber of Commerce adachamber.com Chickasaw Nation chickasaw.net Cornerstone Kids’ Ranch cornerstonekidsranch.com Eccentric Duffer Golf Course & Range eccentricduffer.com

Alva Golf & Country Club 580-327-2296 Alva Regional Airport Museum redcarpetcountry.com Cherokee Strip Museum csmalva.org NWOSU Museum of Natural History 580-327-8513

ARCADIA

Town of Arcadia townofarcadia.com POPS pops66.com Round Barn arcadiaroundbarn.com

ARDMORE

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Ardmore Chamber of Commerce ardmore.org

Lakewood Golf Course chickasawcountry.com

Ames Astrobleme Museum aoghs.org

Ardmore parks & lakes ardmorecity.org

Oklahoma Sports Park oklahomasportspark.com

Hajek Motorsports Museum 580-753-4611

Ardmore Tourism Authority exploreardmore.com

Southern Wind Striper Guide Service southernwindlaketexomaguideservice. com

ANADARKO

Ardmore Main Street ardmoremainstreet.com

Waddell Vineyards waddellvineyards.com

ADAIR Slabbin Mike’s Crappie Fishing slabbinmikesguideservice.com

AFTON Cherokee Yacht Club & Marina arrowheadok.com Safe Harbor Harbors View Marina shmarinas.com

Anadarko Chamber of Commerce anadarkochamber.org Anadarko Heritage Museum 405-247-3240

Charles B Goddard Center for Visual & Performing Arts goddardcenter.org

Apache Tribe of Oklahoma apachetribe.org

Eliza Cruce Hall Doll Collection ardmore.okpls.org

Delaware Nation delawarenation.com

Get Hooked Fishing Guide 580-630-1725

Entwined Vines Winery 405-320-0452

Gold Mountain Casino chickasaw.net

National Hall of Fame for Famous American Indians americanindianhof.com

Greater SW Historical Museum gshm.org

Lake Vincent wildlifedepartment.com/fishing

ATOKA

Atoka County Chamber of Commerce atokaokchamber.com Atoka Motorsports Park atokasanddrags.com Atoka Museum, Civil War Cemetery & Visitors Center 580-889-7192 Atoka Trails Golf Club atokatrails.com Boggy Depot Park chickasawcountry.com McGee Creek Natural Scenic Recreation Area Trail System 580-889-5822 McGee Creek State Park travelok.com/mcgeecreek PAWSitively Wild Animal Encounters & Education Center pawsitivelywild.square.site Roadside Revolver N Mississippi Ave

BARNSDALL

Barnsdall Chamber of Commerce 918-847-2202

Southern Plains Indian Museum doi.gov

Jones Southern Oklahoma Quail & Pheasant Hunts huntingquail.com

Wichita & Affiliated Tribes wichitatribe.com

Lake Murray Marina lakemurraymarinaok.com/marina

Birch Lake swt.usace.army.mil

Wichita Tribal History Center wichitatribe.com

Lake Waxhoma 918-847-2980

ANTLERS

Lake Murray State Park, Golf Course, Pro Shop, & Trails travelok.com/lakemurray

BARTLESVILLE

Pushmataha County Chamber of Commerce pushmatahachamber.com

Lake Murray Water Sports & Mini Golf lakemurraywatersports.com

Bartlesville Chamber of Commerce bartlesville.com

Lake Ozzie Cobb wildlifedepartment.com/fishing

Lakeview Golf Course ardmorecity.org

Bartlesville lakes & parks cityofbartlesville.org

Main Street Altus mainstreetaltus.org

Pushmataha County Historical Society Museum 580-271-2866

Military Memorial Museum gshm.org/military-museum

Visit Bartlesville visitbartlesville.com

Altus City Reservoir altusok.gov

Wildlife Heritage Center Museum 580-298-9933

Pennington Creek Hunting Club penningtoncreekhuntingclub.com

Adams Golf Club adamsmunigolf.com

The Greens of Altus altusok.gov

APACHE

The Stag thestagok.com

Bartlesville Area History Museum bartlesvillehistory.com

ARNETT

Bartlesville Symphony Orchestra bartlesvillesymphony.org

Shangri-La Guide Service theoutdoortrip.com Thunder Bay Marina uglyjohns.com

ALINE Sod House Museum okhistory.org

ALLEN Rocky Top Winery rockytopwineryllc.com

ALTUS

Altus Chamber of Commerce altuschamber.com

Museum of the Western Prairie okhistory.org

ALVA

Alva Area Chamber of Commerce alvaok.net

Apache Chamber of Commerce 580-695-0048 Apache Historical Society Museum 580-588-3392 Fort Sill Apache Tribe fortsillapache-nsn.gov

Four Canyon Preserve nature.org J & J Hunting jandjhunts.com

Bigheart Museum 918-847-2397

Cooper & Mill Brewing Company cooperandmill.com

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Delaware Tribe of Indians & History Museum delawaretribe.org Frank Phillips Home frankphillipshome.org Kiddie Park 918-336-5337 La Quinta Foster Mansion okwu.edu/laquinta

Caddo Nation caddonation-nsn.gov Johnny Bench Museum townofbinger.org

BIXBY

Bixby Metro Chamber of Commerce bixbychamber.com

Lance’s Guide Service lancesguideservice.com

The Links on Memorial Golf & Athletic Club lindseygolf.com

Lee Lake Paddle Boats 918-213-9626

Tribe Circus Arts tribecircusarts.com

Osage Casino osagecasinos.com

Washington Irving Memorial Park & Arboretum bixbyok.gov

Phillips Petroleum Company Museum phillips66museum.com Tower Center at Unity Square unitysquarebville.com Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve woolaroc.org

BLACKWELL

Jones & Plummer Trail Museum 580-625-4439

BEGGS Duck Creek Casino creeknationcasinoduckcreek.com

BERNICE Bernice Area at Grand Lake State Park travelok.com/bernice Indian Hills Marina indianhillsmarina.com Southwinds Marina southwindsmarina.com

BETHANY

The NW Oklahoma City Chamber nwokc.com The Cottage 405-603-7493

BIG CABIN Cabin Creek Battlefield okhistory.org Giant Statue of Chief Standing Brave 918-783-5121

BILLINGS Dr. Renfrow-Miller Museum 580-725-3280

BINGER Caddo Heritage Museum mycaddonation.com

BROKEN ARROW

Broken Arrow Chamber of Commerce brokenarrowchamber.com Visit Broken Arrow visitbrokenarrowok.com Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World basspro.com

Broken Arrow Brewing Company brokenarrowbrewingco.com

Top of Oklahoma Barn Quilt Trail cityofblackwell.com

Lumberjack Attack Axe Throwing Co lumberjackattackaxe.com

BLAIR

Beaver Dunes Park 580-527-1803

Quail Run Hunt Club quailrunhuntclub.com

Blackwell Municipal Golf Course blackwellgolfcourse.com

BATTIEST

Beaver County Chamber of Commerce beaverchamber.com

Little Orange Barn thelittleorangebarn.com

Battle Creek Golf Club battlecreekgolf.net

Top of Oklahoma Historical Society Museum 580-363-0209

BEAVER

Creek Nation Casino Bristow creeknationcasinobristow.com

Blackwell Tourism cityofblackwell.com

Yocham’s Custom Leather & Cowboy Decor yochamscustomleather.net Glover River fs.usda.gov/ouachita

Bristow Historical Museum & Train Depot bristowhistory.org

Pebbles Beach Putt-Putt & Paddleboats 580-471-8282

BLANCHARD

Blanchard Chamber of Commerce blanchardchamber.com Winter Creek Golf & Country Club wintercreekgc.com

BOISE CITY Cimarron Heritage Center Museum chcmuseumok.com Cimmy the Dinosaur & Tin Woodsman chcmuseumok.com

BOKCHITO Museum of Creation Truth 3290 State Rd 22

BOLEY

Boley Chamber of Commerce 918-667-9790 Boley Historic District & Museum thetownofboley.org Boley Tours boleytours.com

BRAGGS Greenleaf Marina & Grill 918-487-7264 Greenleaf State Park travelok.com/greenleaf

BRAMAN SWind Casino Braman Swindcasino.com

BRISTOW

Bristow Area Chamber of Commerce bristowchamber.com

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Beavers Bend Wildlife Museum pine-net.com/nature Broken Bow Balloon Rides 405-496-4626 Broken Bow Lake Guide Service brokenbowlakeguide.com Broken Bow Lake Tiki Boat Tours thebrokentiki.com Broken Bow Slingshot Adventures brokenbowslingshots.com Broken Bow Trout Guide Service brokenbowtroutpro.com Bruce’s Guide Service brokenbowlakefishingguide.com Captain’s Hideaway Powersports Rentals captainshideawayrentals.com Cedar Creek Golf Course & Pro Shop 580-494-6456 Choctaw Casino choctawcasinos.com Fish Tales Winery & Vineyards fishtaleswine.com

Military History Center okmhc.org

Forest Heritage Center forestry.ok.gov/fhc

The Museum Broken Arrow brokenarrowmuseum.org

Girls Gone Wine thegirlsgonewine.com

Okiescuba.com LLC okiescuba.com

Hochatown Amusements 580-494-6706

Ray Harral Nature Center brokenarrowok.gov

Hochatown Petting Zoo 580-494-7387

Rose W Dog Park brokenarrowok.gov

Jeb the Mini-Golf Muffler Man beaversbendsecludedacres.com

Waters Edge Winery & Bistro wewba.com

Little River National Wildlife Refuge fws.gov/refuge/little_river

Willis Guide Service 918-637-7584

BROKEN BOW

Broken Bow Chamber of Commerce brokenbowchamber.com Ambush Adventures Kayak Rental ambushcanoerental.com Beavers Bend Brewery & Taproom beaversbendbrewery.com Beavers Bend Depot & Trail Rides Beavers Bend State Park Beavers Bend Fly Fishing Guide Service beaversbendflyfishingguideservice.com Beavers Bend Fly Shop & Professional Guide Service beaversbendflyshop.com Beavers Bend Marina beaversbendmarina.com Beavers Bend Mining Company beaversbendminingcompany.com Beavers Bend River Floats Beavers Bend State Park Beavers Bend Safari Park beaversbendsafaripark.com Beavers Bend State Park travelok.com/beaversbend

The MAZE of Hochatown 580-494-6293 Mountain Fork Brewery mountainforkbrewery.com Old W Town Mini-Golf beaversbendsecludedacres.com Outlaws Guided Adventures outlawsguidedadventures.org PaddleSUP 870-784-0450 Remote Floats 580-306-2209 Riverman Trailrides rivermantrailrides.com Rugaru Adventures rugaruadventures.com Three Rivers Wildlife Management Area wildlifedepartment.com Tied 2 Fly tied2fly.com Tippa Canoe tippacanoe.com Tree Frog Kayak & Canoe Rental treefrogrentals.com Wild Goose Canoe & Kayak Rentals wildgoosecanoe.com

Yippie Kayo Kayaks & Canoes yippiekayokayaks.com

BUFFALO Doby Springs Municipal Golf Course & Recreation Park buffalooklahoma.com The Oklahoma Wildlife & Prairie Heritage Alliance owpha.org

BURLINGTON Byron State Fish Hatchery wildlifedepartment.com

BURNEYVILLE Falconhead Resort & Country Club falconheadok.com

BURNS FLAT

CEMENT Lake Burtschi wildlifedepartment.com/fishing

CHANDLER

Chandler Area Chamber of Commerce chandlerareachamberok.com Bell Cow Lake, Equestrian Campground, & Trails chandlerok.com/parks-and-recreation Chandler Lake & Municipal Golf Course chandlerok.com/parks-and-recreation Chandler Route 66 Interpretive Center route66interpretivecenter.org

Greens Golf Course in Burns Flat 405-833-4917

Ioway Casino cimarroncasino.com

BUTLER

Lincoln County Historical Society & Museum of Pioneer History okpioneermuseum.com

Washita National Wildlife Refuge fws.gov/refuge/washita

CACHE Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge & Visitor’s Center fws.gov/refuge/Wichita_Mountains

CADDO

CHECOTAH

Checotah Chamber of Commerce checotah.com Creek Nation Casino creeknationcasinochecotah.com

Blue River Valley Winery bluerivervalleywinery.com

Fountainhead Creek Golf Course fountainheadgolf.com

Harbinger Beer Company harbingerbeer.com

Fountainhead Marina fountainheadmarina.com

CALERA

Heartland Heritage Museum & Checotah Art Guild 405-570-3569

Choctaw Cultural Center choctawculturalcenter.com

CANADIAN Arrowhead State Park, Golf Course, Pro Shop, & Trails travelok.com/arrowhead

CANTON

Canton Chamber of Commerce PO Box 307

Honey Springs Battlefield okhistory.org Katy Depot checotah.com Lake Eufaula State Park & Trails travelok.com/lakeeufaula

CHELSEA

Canton Lake swt.usace.army.mil

Chelsea Chamber of Commerce chelseaareachamber.com

Lucky Star Casino luckystarcasino.org

Celtic Farms 918-283-1801

Wild Goose Guide Service 405-590-5025

Totem Pole Park 918-283-8035

CARNEGIE

CHEROKEE

Kiowa Tribe & Tribal Museum kiowatribe.org

Cherokee Main Street cherokeemainstreet.org

CATOOSA

CHEYENNE

Catoosa Chamber of Commerce catoosachamber.org Blue Whale of Catoosa 918-857-0676 Catoosa Historical Society Museum 918-266-3296 Cherokee Hills Golf Club hardrockcasinotulsa.com D.W. Correll Museum cityofcatoosa.org Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa hardrockcasinotulsa.com Redbud Valley Nature Preserve oxleynaturecenter.org/redbud

Cheyenne-Roger Mills Chamber of Commerce & Tourism cheyenneokchamberofcommerce.com Black Kettle National Grassland & Recreation Area fs.usda.gov/cibola Cheyenne City Park & Museum Complex 580-497-3882 Rut n Strut Guide Service rutnstrutguideservice.com Washita Battlefield National Historic Site nps.gov/waba

CHICKASHA

Chickasha Chamber of Commerce chickashachamber.com AdventureScape adventurescapeok.com

J.M. Davis Arms & Historical Museum thegunmuseum.com Lone Pine Golf Course lonepinegolfcourse.com

Canadian River Brewing Co canadianriverbrewingco.com

Oklahoma Military Academy Museum rsu.edu

Chickasha Leg Lamp 405-224-0787

Re-Tire Disc Golf Course 918-729-3504

Flower Shop Winery & Pizzeria flowershopwinery.com

Starkey Outdoors starkeyoutdoors.com

Grady County Museum gradycountymuseum.com

Will Rogers Memorial Museum willrogers.com

Muscle Car Ranch musclecarranch.com

Will Rogers Park & Splash Pad claremorecity.com

Te Ata Memorial Auditorium usao.edu

Will Rogers Stampede Arena willrogersstampede.com

The Verden Separate School 405-224-5297

CLAYTON

Wild Ox Axe Throwing wildoxaxethrowing.com

CHOCTAW

Choctaw Area Chamber of Commerce choctawchamber.com Choctaw Creek Golf Course choctawcreekgolf.org

Clayton Lake State Park travelok.com/claytonlake Sardis Lake swt.usace.army.mil

CLEARVIEW Oklahoma African American Educators Hall of Fame oaaehof.org

CLEVELAND

Giant Sonic Drink Water Tank sonicdrivein.com

Cleveland City Lake 918-358-3506

CHOUTEAU

Keystone Golf Course 918-358-2277

Chouteau Chamber of Commerce chouteauchamber.com Amish Cheese House amishcheesehouse.com

Westport Marina 918-527-5151

CLINTON

B&C Fishing Adventures bandcfishingadventures.com

Clinton Chamber of Commerce clintonok.org

Mazie Landing Marina 918-864-6319

Lucky Star Casino Clinton luckystarcasino.org

CLAREMORE

Oklahoma Route 66 Museum route66.org

Rogers County Tourism discoverrogerscounty.com Visit Claremore visitclaremore.com Amp’d Up Catfishing 918-633-7962 Belvidere Mansion rchs1.org Cat Creek Dog Park claremorecity.com Cherokee Casino Will Rogers Downs cherokeecasino.com Claremore Lake Park & Splash Pad claremorecity.com Claremore Main Street downtownclaremore.org Claremore Museum of History claremoremoh.org The District on Main thedistrictonmain.com Heritage Hills Golf Course heritagehillsgc.com

Riverside Golf Course clintonok.gov SportChassis Trucks sportchassis.com Water-Zoo Indoor Water Park water-zoo.com

COALGATE

Coal County Chamber of Commerce 580-927-2119 Coal County Historical & Mining Museum minersmuseum.blogspot.com Mowdy Ranch Mustangs mowdyranch.com

COLCORD

Colcord Area Chamber of Commerce colcordok.us/chamber-of-commerce Natural Falls State Park & Disc Golf Course travelok.com/naturalfalls Talbot Research Library & Museum talbotlibrary.org

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COLLINSVILLE

Collinsville Chamber of Commerce collinsvillechamber.org

CRESCENT

Crescent Chamber of Commerce crescentchamber.com

Advanced Angling Guide Service advancedanglingguideservice.com

Frontier Country Historical Museum frontiercountrymuseum.org

Newspaper Museum in Collinsville cvilleok.com/museum

CUSHING

Skyway Balloons 918-810-2440

COLONY Crowder Lake University Park swosu.edu Gallery of the Plains Indians 405-929-7263

COMANCHE

Cushing Chamber of Commerce & Industry cushingchamber.org Buffalo Rock Golf & Venue buffalorockcushing.com Cushing Aquatic Center cityofcushing.com Oklahoma Skydiving Center oklahomaskydiving.com

Comanche Area Chamber of Commerce cityofcomanche.com/ chamber-of-commerce

CYRIL

Great Plains Country Association greatplainscountry.com

DAVENPORT

COMMERCE Allen’s Conoco Fillin’ Station 918-533-2079

Sia: The Comanche Eagle & Raptor Center comancheeagle.com Davenport Chamber of Commerce davenportok.org

DAVIS

Constable ‘Cal’ Campbell Memorial 918-675-4373

Davis Chamber of Commerce davisok.org

Mickey Mantle Memorial Statue & Boyhood Home 918-675-4373

777 Zip turnerfallszip.com

CONCHO Cheyenne & Arapaho Tribes cheyenneandarapaho-nsn.gov

Arbuckle Historical Society Museum - Davis Branch 580-369-2518

Prairie Song Pioneer Village Museum prairiesong.net

Trail Ruts at Monument Hill Tour onthechisholmtrail.com

Tom Mix Museum tommixmuseum.com

Discover Durant discoverdurant.com

DISNEY Cedar Port Marina cedarport.com Disney Area at Grand Lake State Park travelok.com/disney Hogan’s Off Road Park 918-520-4504 Little Blue Area at Grand Lake State Park travelok.com/littleblue Oasis Animal Adventures oasisanimals.com Stretch N Line Guide Service theoutdoortrip.com

DRUMRIGHT

Drumright Chamber of Commerce cityofdrumright.com Drumright Historical Museum drumrighthistoricalsociety.org Tidewater Winery & Event Center tidewaterwinery.com

DUNCAN

Duncan Area Economic Development Foundation ok-duncan.com

Arbuckle Wilderness arbucklewildernesspark.com

Duncan Chamber of Commerce duncanchamber.com

COOKSON

Bedré Fine Chocolate bedrechocolates.com

The Greater Tenkiller Area Association laketenkiller.com

Chickasaw Nation Welcome Center chickasawcountry.com

Duncan Convention & Visitors Bureau visitduncan.org

Cookson Bend Resort & Marina cooksonbend.com

Chickasaw Travel Stop & Gaming chickasawtravelstop.com

Chisholm Trail Casino chisholmtrailcasino.com

Cookson Wildlife Management Area wildlifedepartment.com

Cross Bar Ranch Off-Road Park crossbarranch.net

Chisholm Trail Heritage Center onthechisholmtrail.com

Stillwater Milling Co. stillwatermill.com

Duncan Golf & Tennis Club duncangolfandtennisclub.com

Treasure Valley Casino treasurevalleycasino.com

Duncan Lake & Disc Golf Course duncanok.gov

COPAN

Turner Falls Park & Collings Castle turnerfallspark.com

Copan Lake & Hulah Lake swt.usace.army.mil

Duncan Lake Equestrian Park duncanlakehorseclub.com

Wild Horse Creek Hunting wildhorsecreekhunting.com

Eclectic Echo & Company 580-255-3246

DEL CITY

The Foreman Prairie House prairiehouseok.com

Lucky Star Casino Concho luckystarcasino.org

Lake Tenkiller laketenkiller.com Nautical Adventures Scuba nauticaladventuresscuba.com

CORDELL

Cordell Chamber of Commerce thecordellchamber.com

Del City Chamber of Commerce delcitychamber.com

Main Street Duncan mainstreetduncan.net

DEVOL

Kiddieland Park visitduncan.org

COVINGTON

BlackOak Farms blackoakevents.com

Rolling Meadows Golf Club rollingmeadowsgolfclub.com

Kochendorfer Brewing Company kochendorferbrewing.com

Comanche Red River Hotel Casino comancheredrivercasino.com

Rock Island 905 Museum & Tourist Center 580-786-4884

Washita County Museum washitacountymuseum.com

COWETA

Coweta Chamber of Commerce cowetachamber.com Coweta Archery Park cityofcoweta-ok.gov/facilities

Kiowa Casino Red River kiowacasino.com

DEWEY Dewey Hotel Museum wchs-ok.org

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Stephens County Historical Museum stcomuseum.com The Territory Golf and Country Club territorygolf.com

DURANT

Durant Main Street durantmainstreet.org Choctaw Casino Resort choctawcasinos.com Choctaw Country Association choctawcountry.com Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma choctawnation.com Elements Art Center elementsartcenter.com Fort Washita Historic Site & Museum chickasaw.net Lost Street Brewing Co loststreetbrewing.com Magnolia Mile Art Alley discoverdurant.com Semple Family Museum of Native American Art se.edu/semplefamilymuseum Three Valley Museum threevalleymuseum.com

DURHAM Break O’ Day Farm & Metcalfe Museum metcalfemuseum.org

EDMOND

Edmond Chamber of Commerce edmondchamber.com Visit Edmond visitedmondok.com 1889 Territorial Schoolhouse edmondhistory.org Artistic Glass Studio artisticglassstudio.com Chris Baldwin’s Guide Service Arcadia Lake Clauren Ridge Vineyard & Winery claurenridge.com Edmond History Museum edmondhistory.org Edmond Unplugged edmondunplugged.com Float OKC floatokc.com Frenzy Brewing frenzybrewing.com The Golf Club of Edmond golfedmond.com Historic Downtown Edmond downtownedmondok.com Iron Nation Harley-Davidson ironnationhd.com KickingBird Golf Club kickingbirdgolf.com The Manor at Coffee Creek themanoratcoffeecreek.com Melton Gallery uco.edu

AT T R AC T I O N S

Oklahoma Community Orchestra okorchestra.org The Patriarch - Craft Beer House & Lawn thepatriarchedmond.com

ELMORE CITY Fannie Jane Ranch fjranch.com

ENID

Lake Dog & Their People lakedogco.com Lake Eufaula & Damsite ATV Trail visitlakeeufaula.com

Fort Gibson Wildlife Management Area wildlifedepartment.com Three Forks Harbor threeforksharbor.com

Main Street Enid mainstreetenid.org

Nine Marina ninemarina.com

Red Carpet Country Association redcarpetcountry.com

S&S Guide Service 918-470-0737

Fort Sill Golf Course sill.armymwr.com

Visit Enid visitenid.org

Xtreme Cove Marina marina.xtremeresortok.com

Silver Wind Stables silverwindstables.com

Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center csrhc.org

Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resort jellystoneok.com

Fort Sill National Historic Landmark & Museum sill-army.mil/fs-museum

Tye Cunningham Disc Golf Course edmondok.com

Enid Axe enidaxe.com

FAIRFAX

UCO Jazz Lab ucojazzlab.com

Enid Brewing Company & Eatery enidbrewing.com

Pelican Bay Aquatic Center pelicanbayaquatics.com River Oaks Golf Club riveroaksgolf.com Roughhouse Boxing & Fitness roughhouseboxingandfitness.com

FORT SILL

Geronimo’s Grave & Beef Creek Apache Cemetery Elgin Rd & Dodge Hill Rd

Fairfax Area Chamber of Commerce 918-642-5211

US Army Field Artillery Museum sill-army.mil/fs-museum

Leonardo’s Children’s Museum & Adventure Quest leonardos.org

Fairfax City Lake NW of City

Fort Supply Historic Site historic-fort-supply.org

El Reno Chamber of Commerce elrenochamber.com

Meadowlake Golf Course meadowlakecourse.com

El Reno Convention & Visitors Bureau cityofelreno.com

Midgley Museum 580-234-7265

Twin Bridges Area at Grand Lake State Park travelok.com/twinbridges

UCO Natural History Museum uco.edu

EL RENO

El Reno Main Street Program elrenomainstreet.com Bill & Clara’s Home & Ranch billandclaras.com Canadian County Historical Museum canadiancountymuseum.com Crimson Creek Golf Course crimsoncreekgolf.com Heritage Express Trolley elrenotourism.org Historic Fort Reno Visitors Center & Museum fortreno.org

ELGIN

Elgin Chamber of Commerce elginchamber.net Comanche Spur Casino comanchespurcasino.com Woven By Grace wovenbygraceboutique.com

ELK CITY

Elk City Chamber of Commerce elkcitychamber.com Elk City Convention & Visitors Bureau visitelkcity.com Blacksmith Museum elkcity.com Elk City Carnegie Library elkcity.com Elk City Golf & Country Club elkcitygolf.com Elk City Museum Complex elkcity.com Farm & Ranch Museum elkcity.com National Route 66 & Transportation Museum visitelkcity.com

Pheasant Run Golf Club 580-233-2355 Railroad Museum of Oklahoma 580-233-3051 Simpson’s Old Time Museum & Movie Studio skeletoncreekproductions.com Woodring Wall of Honor & Veterans Park woodringwallofhonor.com

ERICK

Erick Chamber of Commerce erickchamber.com Sandy Sanders Wildlife Management Area wildlifedepartment.com The Sandhills Curiosity Shop 580-729-1747

FAIRLAND

FAIRVIEW

Fairview Chamber of Commerce fairviewokchamber.com Fairview Aquatic Center fairviewok.org

Andy Payne Statue 918-342-9525

FAY

FREDERICK

Old Caldwell Trail Stables oldcaldwelltrail.com

FITZHUGH

Frederick Chamber of Commerce & Industry visitfrederickok.com The Crawford Collection frederickokchamber.org

FORT COBB

Hackberry Flat Wildlife Management Area & Center wildlifedepartment.com

FORT GIBSON

Eufaula Area Chamber of Commerce eufaulachamberofcommerce.com

Fort Gibson Chamber of Commerce fortgibson.com

Lake Eufaula Association visitlakeeufaula.com

Cherokee Casino Fort Gibson cherokeecasino.com

Creek Nation Casino Eufaula creeknationcasinoeufaula.com

Cherokee National Citizen’s Cemetery okhistory.org

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FOYIL

Fossil Creek Ranch fossilcreekranchok.com

EUFAULA

Lake Days Kayaks, Paddleboards & More Carlton Landing Town Beach

FOSS

Plymouth Valley Cellars plymouthvalleycellars.com

Sunset Cove Marina Fort Cobb State Park

Hook’d Guide Service hookdguideservice.com

Raymond Gary State Park travelok.com/raymondgary

Foss State Park travelok.com/foss

Spring Valley Ranch springvalleyranchok.com

Eufaula Area Museum eufaulaareamuseum.org

Fort Towson Historical Society Museum 580-873-2458

Major County Historical Society & Museum mchsok.net

The Roost Lake Store & Market theroostlakestore.com

Double HH Fishing Guide Lake Eufaula

Fort Towson Historic Site okhistory.org

Copper Cove Marina & Rentals 580-660-6585

Clearwater Bay Marina 918-435-5101

Eufaula Area Arts Council eufaulaareaarts.org

FORT TOWSON

Gloss Mountain State Park travelok.com/glossmountain

Fort Cobb State Park, Golf Course, & Pro Shop travelok.com/fortcobb

EUCHA

FORT SUPPLY

Fort Gibson Historic Site okhistory.org Fort Gibson Lake swt.usace.army.mil Fort Gibson National Cemetery cem.va.gov/cems/nchp/ftgibson.asp

Lazy S Ranch huntlazys.com Pioneer Heritage Townsite tillmanokhistory.org Tillman County Heritage Barn Quilt Trail frederickokchamber.org

FREEDOM

Freedom Chamber of Commerce 580-227-6023 Alabaster Caverns State Park & Trail System travelok.com/alabaster Freedom Museum 580-621-3533 Selman Bat Cave Wildlife Management Area wildlifedepartment.com

GAGE Gage Artesian Beach 580-923-7727

AT T R AC T I O N S

GARVIN

Cayuga-Splitlog Mission Church cayugamission.org

Home Sweet Home on the Range homesweethomeontherange.com

GATE

Cherokee Casino Grove cherokeecasino.com

Gateway to the Panhandle Museum 580-934-2004

Davis Guide Service davisguideservice.com

Oklahoma Frontier Drugstore Museum & Apothecary Garden drugmuseum.org

GEARY

Elk River Landing Marina elkriverlandingmarina.com

Wheelock Academy okhistory.org

Geary Chamber of Commerce gearyok.com American Horse Lake wildlifedepartment.com/fishing

Gene Pearcy’s Fishing Guide Service 918-964-9776

Canadian Rivers Historical Museum 405-884-5466

General Stand Watie Grave Site Polson Cemetery

Jesse Chisholm Grave Site gearyok.com

Grand Lake Casino grandlakecasino.com

GENE AUTRY

Grand Lake O’ The Cherokees grandlakefun.com

Gene Autry Oklahoma Museum geneautryoklamuseum.org

Oklahoma Territorial Museum & Carnegie Library okterritorialmuseum.org Owens Arts Place Museum owensmuseum.com

Tipsy Artist tipsyartist.com

Turner Me On Winery 405-853-5074

GUYMON

Vernost Wine Co. 405-853-0191

Main Street Guymon mainstreetguymon.com

Frankoma Pottery Company frankomapottery.com

Har-Ber Village Museum har-bervillage.com

Visit Guymon guymonok.org

Okie Outlaw Bowfishing okieoutlawbowfishing.com

Honey Creek Area at Grand Lake State Park 918-786-9447

Golden Mesa Casino goldenmesa.com

Swind Hills Barn Venue Swindhills.com

Honey Creek Landing Marina honeycreeklandingmarina.com

GOODWELL

Lendonwood Gardens lendonwood.com

Lucky Star Casino Hammon luckystarcasino.org

Patricia Island Country Club patriciaisland.com

HARDESTY

Sunset Hills Golf Course sunsethillsgolfclub.com

HAMMON

Harrah Chamber of Commerce 405-454-2190

Gene’s Aqua Pro genesaquapro.com

Seneca-Cayuga Nation sctribe.com

Strayhorn Marina strayhornmarinatenkiller.com

GUTHRIE

Coeur du Vin Vineyard & Polo Field 405-822-0197

GRACEMONT

Harrah History Center harrahhistoricalsociety.com Kickapoo Casino kickapoo-casino.com Wind Drift Orchards winddriftorchards.com

No Mercy Hunting Services nomercyhunting.com

Guthrie Visitor Information guthrieok.com

GRANT

Byron’s Double Stop Fiddle Shop & Music Hall doublestop.com

Hartshorne Area Chamber of Commerce cityofhartshorneok.com

Cedar Valley Golf Club cedarvalleygolfclub.com

Twin Cities Heritage Museum cityofhartshorneok.com

Choctaw Casino Resort choctawcasinos.com

GRANITE Comecos Cemetery 410 Mountain Ave

GROVE

Grand Lake Association & Visitor Center grandlakefun.com Grove Area Chamber of Commerce groveok.org Grove Convention & Tourism Bureau cityofgroveok.gov Big Red’s Guide Service theoutdoortrip.com

Cimarron National Golf Club cimarronnational.com Elmer McCurdy Grave Site cityofguthrie.com First Capital Trolley firstcapitaltrolley.com Guthrie Ghost Walk guthrieghostwalk.com Guthrie Gunfighters theguthriegunfightersinc.org Guthrie Scottish Rite Masonic Center guthriescottishrite.org

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Henryetta Golf & Country Club 918-652-8664 Henryetta Territorial Museum 918-652-7112 McCutcheon Park & Splash Pad cityofhenryetta.com

HINTON

Casino Oklahoma casinooklahoma.com

Satsuki Garden grandlake.com

Guthrie Chamber of Commerce guthriechamber.com

Henryetta Antiquing District henryetta.org

HARRAH

Experience Fishing experiencefishing.net

Lake Vanderwork wildlifedepartment.com/fishing

Henryetta Chamber of Commerce henryetta.org

Hinton Chamber of Commerce hintonok.com

Pritchard’s Guide Service rustypritchardoutdoors.com

GOTEBO

HENRYETTA

Optima National Wildlife Refuge fws.gov/refuge/optima

Gore Chamber of Commerce gorechamber.net

Bed & Breakfast Association of Guthrie guthriebb.com

Prairie Quilt prairiequilt.com

Turkey Creek Golf Course 405-853-2100

H2O Sports Rental h2osportsrental.com

GORE

Hennessey Town Hall hennesseyok.org

Territorial Capital Sports Museum territorialcapitalsportsmuseum.org

Glenpool Chamber of Commerce glenpoolchamber.org

No Man’s Land Museum nmlhs.org

HENNESSEY

The Sam & Burla Snyder Memorial History Center hennesseypl.okpls.org

Guymon Chamber of Commerce guymonokchamber.com

GOLDSBY

Heavener Runestone Park & Trail System heavenerrunestonepark.com

Silverleaf Shotgun Sports silverleafshotgunsports.com

Grand Lake Sports Center grandlakesportcenter.com

GLENPOOL

HEAVENER

HARTSHORNE

HASKELL Haskell Lake Haskell Lake Rd La Harpe’s Council Marker haskellchamber.com

HASTINGS Fortress of Faith Adventures fortressoffaithadventures.com

HEALDTON

Healdton Chamber of Commerce 580-229-0900 Healdton Oil Museum 580-229-0900

Hinton Historical Museum & Parker House hintonok.com Red Rock Canyon Adventure Park redrockcanyonadventurepark.com Sugar Creek Casino sugarcreekcasino.net

HITCHCOCK Shooting Star History 405-448-6260

HOBART

Hobart Chamber of Commerce hobartokchamber.com Hobart Main Street hobartmainst.com General Tommy Franks Leadership Institute & Museum tommyfranksmuseum.org Hobart Municipal Golf Course 580-726-3534 Kiowa County Historical Museum 580-726-6202

HODGEN Beech Creek National Scenic & Botanical Area Trail System fs.usda.gov/ouachita Cedar Lake & National Recreation Area fs.usda.gov/ouachita Cedar Lake Equestrian Camp recreation.gov

Ouachita National Forest & Recreation Trail System fs.usda.gov/ouachita

HYDRO

JENNINGS

Deer Creek Market & Nutopia 539 N Arapaho

Hallett Motor Racing Circuit hallettracing.net

Winding Stair Recreation Area fs.usda.gov/ouachita

Lucille’s Service Station Route 66

JET

HOLDENVILLE

IDABEL

Holdenville Chamber of Commerce holdenvillechamber.com Creek Nation Casino Holdenville creeknationcasinoholdenville.com Holdenville City Lake cityofholdenville.net

HOLLIS Harmon County Historical Society Museum 580-688-9545 Lake Hall wildlifedepartment.com/fishing

HOMINY Hominy Tourism hominytourism.wordpress.com Cha’ Tullis Gallery chatullisgallery.com Fred and Addie Drummond Home okhistory.org Marland Service Station Wall of Memories 918-885-4939 MKT Depot hominy.lib.ok.us/heritage/depot New Territory Sculptures 918-885-4939 Osage Casino osagecasinos.com White Hair Memorial 918-538-2417

HOWE Wister Wildlife Management Area wildlifedepartment.com/hunting

HUGO

Hugo Area Chamber of Commerce hugochamberofcommerce.org Buffalo Trails Cabins & Petting Zoo buffalotrailscabins.com Endangered Ark Foundation endangeredarkfoundation.org Frisco Depot Museum 580-326-6630 Growler Pines Tiger Preserve growlerpines.com Hugo Lake Park liftca.org/hugo-lake-state-park Mount Olivet Cemetery Trice & S 8th St

HULBERT Paradise Cove Marina paradisecovemarina.com Sequoyah Riding Stables sequoyahridingstables.com Sequoyah State Park, Golf Course, Pro Shop & Trail System travelok.com/sequoyah

Idabel Chamber of Commerce theidabelchamber.com B’s Guide Service 580-306-7928 Choctaw Casino choctawcasinos.com Idabel Country Club 580-286-7545 Idabel Main Street idabelmainstreet.com Mike’s Crappie Guide Service mikescrappieguideservice.com Museum of the Red River museumoftheredriver.org Red Slough Wildlife Management Area fs.usda.gov/ouachita

INOLA

Inola Chamber of Commerce inolachamber.com Mike Fuller’s Auto & Gas Museum mikefullersautoandgasmuseum. angelfire.com Moore’s Flying M Ranch mooresflyingm.com

JAY

Salt Plains National Wildlife Refuge fws.gov/refuge/salt_plains Salt Plains State Park & Trail System travelok.com/saltplains

JONES C&H Garden Vineyard 405-317-3484

KAW CITY Kanza Museum kawnation.com Kaw City Museum 580-269-2366 Kaw Nation kawnation.com Pioneer Cove Marina 580-763-4484

KELLYVILLE Heyburn Lake swt.usace.army.mil High On A Hill Dairy Goats highonahilldairygoats.com

KENTON Black Mesa State Park travelok.com/blackmesa Dinosaur Tracks 580-544-3479

Jay Chamber of Commerce jaychamber.com

Hoot Owl Ranch hootowlguestranch.com

Delaware County Historical Society & Mariee Wallace Museum dchsmuseumok.com

Kenton Museum 580-261-7479

MidAmerica Outdoors midamericaoutdoors.com

Lake Carl Etling wildlifedepartment.com/fishing

Aquatic Assault Guide Service 580-630-1414 Bearded Dog Striper Guide Service beardeddogstriperguides.com Big Fish Texoma bigfishtexoma.com Blue Water Striper Guide Service texomastriperguidefishing.com Bonefisc Striper Guide Service & Bed & Breakfast bonefiscstriperguideservice.com Buncombe Creek Golf Course buncombecreekgolf.com Buncombe Creek Resort Marina buncombecreek.com Catfish Bay Marina pointevista.com/marina Chickasaw Pointe Golf Club pointevista.com/golf Jimmy Bishop’s Striper Guide Service texomastriper.com Keepin’ It Reel Striper Guide Service 903-375-1379 Lake Texoma Guide Service laketexomaguideservice.com Lake Texoma State Park travelok.com/laketexomastatepark Mickey Rose Guide Service mickeyroseguideservice.com Mojo Striper Guide Service mojostriperguideservice.com Red Beard Guide Service 580-624-0473 Rollan Dennis Hunting & Fishing Guide Service striperguides.com

KETCHUM

Scarberry’s Guide Service 405-570-3304

Serenity Point Resort & Marina serenitypointresort.com

Hammerhead Marina 918-782-3238

Striper Country Guide Service 405-893-2364

Thomas Guide Service thomasguideservice.com

Lake Bumz 918-782-8365

Texoma Casino mytexomacasino.com

Zena Suri Alpacas zenasurialpacas.com

Port Carlos Marina portcarlos.com

KIOWA

JENKS

KIEFER

T-Rex Attacking Water Tower 918-470-4418

Fish On Oklahoma fishonok.com

Traders Depot 918-470-4418

Jenks Chamber of Commerce jenkschamber.com BarkW Dog Park jenkschamber.com/barkW

KINGFISHER

The Cape Brewing Company thecapebrewingcompany.com

Kingfisher Chamber of Commerce kingfisher.org

Golf Suites Tulsa golfsuites.com/ok/tulsa

The Chisholm thechisholm.org

Jenks Planetarium jenksps.ce.eleyo.com/planetarium

Vernie Snow Aquatic Center kingfisher.org

Oklahoma Aquarium okaquarium.org Pinot’s Palette pinotspalette.com S Lakes Golf Course Slakesgolf.com Tulsa Kayak oklahomakayak.com

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KINGSTON

Lake Texoma Association laketexomaonline.com Oklahoma Marina Association oklahomamarinas.org Advantage Guide Service advantageguideservice.com Alberta Creek Resort & Marina albertacreek.com

KONAWA

Konawa Chamber of Commerce 580-925-3775 Lake Konawa wildlifedepartment.com/fishing Rivermist Casino seminolenation.casino

KREBS Krebs Heritage Museum cityofkrebs.com/museum Lovera’s Italian Grocery loverasmarket.com

LAMAR Rockytop Ranch 918-656-3564

LANGLEY

Grand Lake Area Chamber of Commerce grandlakechamber.org Cherokee Area at Grand Lake State Park, Golf Course & Pro Shop travelok.com/cherokeearea Pensacola Dam grda.com

LANGSTON

Langston Chamber of Commerce langstonchamberofcommerce.com Beulahland Cemetery findagrave.com Indian Meridian Monument 405-466-2271 Langston Lake 405-466-3366 Langston University & Melvin B. Tolson Black Heritage Center langston.edu

LAVERNE

Laverne Chamber of Commerce laverneok.org Lake Evans Chambers wildlifedepartment.com/fishing Laverne Golf & Country Club lavernegolfandcountryclub.com

LAWTON Lawton Fort Sill Convention & Visitors Bureau visitlawtonok.com Apache Casino Hotel Lawton Fort Sill apachecasinohotel.com Comanche Nation comanchenation.com Comanche Nation Casino comanchenationcasino.com Comanche Nation Water Park 580-353-6129 Comanche National Museum & Cultural Center comanchemuseum.com Curt’s Guide Service curtsguideservice.com Guide for a Day guideforaday.com The Historic Mattie Beal Home lawtonheritage.org Holy City of the Wichitas 580-429-3361 Lake Ellsworth wildlifedepartment.com/fishing Lake Lawtonka lawtonok.gov/departments/lakes Lawton Philharmonic Orchestra lawtonphil.com Mount Scott fws.gov/refuge/Wichita_Mountains Museum of the Great Plains discovermgp.org Wichita Mountains Scenic Byway fhwa.dot.gov/byways/byways/6334

Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge fws.gov/refuge/Wichita_Mountains

Bridgeview Marina & Resort bridgeviewmarinaandresort.com

LEEDEY

Carter Lake 580-795-5586

Boswell Museum 580-488-3616 Leedey Tornado Monument 580-488-3616

LEXINGTON Lexington Wildlife Management Area wildlifedepartment.com Spider VW Bug Moffatt Rd & US 77 Thunder Valley Raceway Park okthunder.com

LINDSAY

Lindsay Chamber of Commerce lindsaychamberofcommerce.com Lindsay Municipal Golf Course cityoflindsay.com Murray-Lindsay Mansion & Pikes Peak School 405-756-6502

LOCUST GROVE

Locust Grove Chamber of Commerce 918-479-6336 Sycamore Springs Ranch sycamorespringsranch.net

Museum of Southern Oklahoma themoso.com

Choctaw Casino choctawcasinos.com

MANGUM

Country Aire Estates Winery savorthecountryaire.com

Greer County Chamber of Commerce 580-782-2444 Old Greer County Museum & Hall of Fame 580-471-9917 Peace on the Plains 580-782-2444

MANNFORD

Mannford Area Chamber of Commerce mannfordchamber.com Keystone Harbor keystoneharbor.com Mannford Museum mannfordmuseum.org Salt Creek Marina 918-865-3321

MARIETTA

W.R. Holway Reservoir grda.com

Addison Ranch addisonranch.com

Willard Stone Museum willardstonemuseuminc.com

Love County Historical Society Pioneer Museum 580-276-9020

Eagles Roost ATV Area 580-563-2238 Lake Altus-Lugert 580-563-2238 Quartz Mountain Fun Park 580-563-2511 Quartz Mountain State Park travelok.com/quartzmountain

LONGDALE Legacy Golf Course fairviewok.org Longdale Speedway longdalespeedway.com

LUTHER

Luther Town Hall townoflutherok.com McRay Farms 405-684-6862 Threatt Filling Station threattfillingstation.org

MACOMB The Ravine Outdoor Adventure Park ravineadventurepark.com

MADILL

Marshall County Chamber of Commerce marshallcountyonline.com

MCALESTER

McAlester Tourism Department cityofmcalester.com

The Crappie Cowboy Craig Nichols 918-430-6884

LONE WOLF

Wiley Post Memorial Lake 405-867-5850

Madill Gaming Center madillgaming.com

Love County Chamber of Commerce lovecountyokla.org

Zoo Safari USA zoosafariusa.org

MAYSVILLE

Love Valley Wildlife Management Area 405-823-9038 Norton’s Indian Territory Museum 580-276-2568

MARLAND

Bill Pickett’s Grave Site White Eagle Monument Red Rock Ranch redrockranchok.com

MARLOW

Marlow Chamber of Commerce marlowchamber.org Budro’s Woodshop budroswoodshop.com Cotton Blossom Winery cottonblossomwinery.com DT Ranch Country dtranchcountry.com Generations Golf Course 580-658-3021 Marlow Area Museum chickasawcountry.com

MAUD Maud Historical Museum 405-374-2880 The Back 40 Retreat youroklahomagetaway.com

McAlester Arboretum 918-421-4922 McAlester Lake cityofmcalester.com McAlester Scottish Rite Masonic Center mcalesterscottishrite.org Talawanda Lakes 1 and 2 918-421-4922 Tannehill Museum 918-470-5755 Urban Wineworks urbanww.com Whispering Meadows Vineyards & Winery whisperingmeadowswine.com

MCLOUD

McLoud Chamber of Commerce mcloudchamber.com Hudson Place orenthahudson.com/index.html Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma kickapootribeofoklahoma.com Locomotive Operators of Central Oklahoma locotrains.org/loco McLoud Historical Society & Museum 405-830-7600 Quail Ridge Sporting Clays quailridgeclays.com Wes Watkins Reservoir mcloudok.us

MEAD Crystal Creek Winery 580-980-1006 Hook’d Up Guide Service 405-245-2944 SneakyTiki Restaurant & Brewery sneakytikitexomalodge.com Sparky’s Guide Service sparkysguideservice.com

MEDFORD 1893 Land Run Historical Center 580-395-3332 Medford Golf Course 580-395-2823

MEDICINE PARK

Medicine Park Town Hall medicinepark.com Discovery Outpost 580-340-0329 Little Dam Bait Shop & Store 90 Water St

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Medicine Creek Olive Oil Company mcoliveoil.com

Andy’s Altitude 1291 altitude1291.com

Western Cedar Hunting Preserve huntinoklahoma.com

Growing Paynes 405-410-2339

Medicine Park Aquarium & Natural Sciences Center mpmns.org

Atkinson Heritage Center 405-736-0315

MOUNTAIN PARK

Mustang Dog Park 405-376-3411

White Buffalo Trading Post 162 E Lake Dr

Fred Quinn Happy Tails Dog Park midwestcitychamber.com

Great Plains State Park 580-569-2032

MULDROW

MEEKER

Hidden Creek Family Golf Course midwestcityok.com

D&C Holiday Farm dcholidayfarm.com

Carl Hubbell Museum 510 W Carl Hubbell Blvd

Joe B Barnes Regional Park midwestcityok.com

MUSE

Red Dirt Raceway reddirtraceway.com

John Conrad Regional Golf Course midwestcityok.com

Running R Arena 405-795-1124

Midest City High School History Center & Vietnam Memorial bombervietnammemorial.org

Greater Muskogee Area Chamber of Commerce muskogeechamber.org

Miami Chamber of Commerce miamiokchamber.com

Reno Swim & Slide midwestcityok.com

Main Street Muskogee mainstreetmuskogee.com

Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau visitmiamiok.com

MILBURN

Muskogee Parks muskogeeparks.org

Buffalo Run Casino & Resort buffalorun.com

MILL CREEK

MIAMI

The Dobson Museum & Home dobsonmuseum.com Miami Tribe of Oklahoma miamination.com

Chickasaw Nation White House chickasaw.net

Billy Creek Recreation Area fs.usda.gov/ouachita

MUSKOGEE

Mustang Historical Museum mustangchamber.com

NEWCASTLE

Newcastle Chamber of Commerce & Economic Development newcastleok.org Avid Extreme Sports Park S aespaintballparks.com Black Towns Motorcycle Tour 405-397-0819 Newcastle Casino newcastlecasino.com

NEWKIRK

Newkirk Chamber of Commerce newkirkchamber.com

Visit Muskogee visitmuskogee.com

7 Clans First Council Casino sevenclans.com

Oka’ Yanahli Preserve nature.org

Ataloa Lodge Museum 918-683-4581

7 Clans Gasino Chilocco sevenclans.com

MINCO

Blue Rabbit Pottery & Art Studio 918-348-5266

Native Lights Casino nativelightscasino.com

Butterfly House at the Papilion muskogeeparks.org

Newkirk Community Museum 580-362-2377

The Castle of Muskogee okcastle.com

Newkirk Heritage Center 580-362-2377

Minco Chamber of Commerce minco-chamberofcommerce.net

Modoc Tribe modoctribe.com

Minco History Center minco-ok.com/history

Myaamia Heritage Museum & Archive kaakisitoonkia.com

Ross Honey Company 405-352-4125

Cobblestone Creek Golf Club 918-682-4845

Neosho River Ottawa County

MONKEY ISLAND

Newkirk Main Street newkirkmainstreet.com

Den of Uniquity theshebanggrandlake.com

The Festive Nest thefestivenest.com

NOBLE

The Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma ottawatribe.gov

Monkey Island Trail & Hayrides royalhorseranch.net

Five Civilized Tribes Museum fivetribes.org

Peoria Ridge Golf Course peoriaridge.com

Sail Grand Waterfront sailgrand.com

Muskogee Brewing Company muskogeebrewingcompany.com

Peoria Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma peoriatribe.com

Shangri-La Golf Club, Resort & Marina shangrilaok.com

Muskogee Golf Club muskogeegolfclub.com

Prairie Moon Casino miaminationcasinos.com Quapaw Casino quapawcasino.com

Tera Miranda Harbor & Resort teramiranda.com

MOORE

Shawnee Tribe shawnee-tribe.com

Moore Chamber of Commerce moorechamber.com

Shawnee Tribe Cultural Center shawneeculture.org

Moore Parks cityofmoore.com

Spoonbill Wreckers cranewreckers.com

The Crazy Cactus thecrazycactus.com

The Stables Casino the-stables.com

Reclaimed Warehouse reclaimedwarehouse.com

Waylan’s Ku-Ku Burger 918-542-1696

Twisted Axes Throw House twistedaxesthrowhouse.com

MIDWEST CITY

Urban Air Trampoline & Adventure Park urbanair.com

Midwest City Chamber of Commerce midwestcityok.com Midwest City Convention & Visitors Bureau visitmidWcity.com

Noble Chamber of Commerce nobleok.org Duck Life Outfitters theoutdoortrip.com Schafer Hat Works 405-872-9997

NORMAN

Okie Raceway Park 918-680-0208

Visit Norman visitnorman.com

Oklahoma Movie Hall of Fame roxymuskogee.org

405 Brewing Co. Taproom 405brewing.com

Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame & Museum omhof.com

BIG Brewing Co bigbrew.co

Pecan Creek Winery pecancreekwinery.com Rustic Elegance Home & Garden 918-683-3841 Skydive Cherokee 918skydive.com

Black Mesa Brewery & Tap Room blackmesabrewing.com Calypso Cove Marina calypsocovemarina.com Campus Corner oucampuscorner.com

Thomas-Foreman Historic Home thomas-foremanhistorichome.com

Charles M. Russell Center for the Study of Art of the American West ou.edu

Three Rivers Museum 3riversmuseum.com

Cobblestone Creek Golf Club cobblestonecreekgolfclub.com

Waters Edge Winery & Bistro wewmooreok.com

U.S.S. Batfish & War Memorial Park 918-682-6294

Extreme Tornado Tours extremetornadotours.com

Yellow Rose Dinner Theater facebook.com/yellowrosetheater

MUSTANG

Firehouse Art Center normanfirehouse.com

Midwest City Tourism Information Center 405-739-8232

MOORELAND

Mustang Chamber of Commerce mustangchamber.com

A Good Time Daiquiri Lounge agoodtimedaiquiri.com

Mead Ranch Sporting Clays 580-334-6009

Agape House Berry Farm agapehouseberryfarm.com

Prather Cue prathercue.com

Buffalo Creek Berry Farm 405-412-4515

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Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art ou.edu/fjjma Goldsby Gaming Center goldsbycasino.com

Jacobson House Native Art Center jacobsonhouse.art

Creek Nation Casino Okemah creeknationcasinookemah.com

Jimmie Austin OU Golf Club ougolfclub.com

Golden Pony Casino goldenponycasino.com

Lake Thunderbird State Park travelok.com/lakethunderbirdstatepark

Okemah Golf Club 918-623-9516

Moore-Lindsay Historical House normanmuseum.org

Okfuskee County Historical Society & Museum 918-623-2440

National Weather Museum & Science Center nationalweathermuseum.com Native Spirits Winery nativespiritswinery.com

Automobile Alley Door Tour & Entertainment District automobilealley.org

Fair-Weather Friend fwfbeer.com

Avondale Galleries artrestorationservices.net

Federal Judicial Learning Center & Museum wdokhistory.org/aboutfjlcm

Bad Axe Throwing badaxethrowing.com

First Americans Museum famok.org

Bar K barkdogbar.com

Frontier City Theme Park sixflags.com/frontiercity

Thlopthlocco Tribal Town tttown.org

Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World basspro.com

Golden Mutt Jack goldenmuttjack.com

OKLAHOMA CITY

Be Native Tours benativetours.com

Good Earth Rocks Gallery goodearthrocksgallery.com

Bella Forte Glass Studio bellaforteglass.com

Harley-Davidson World harleydavidsonworld.com

NE Lions Disc Golf Course normanok.gov

Greater Oklahoma City Hispanic Chamber of Commerce okchispanicchamber.org

Prairie House prairiehousepreservation.org

Oklahoma Arts Council arts.ok.gov

Belle Isle Restaurant & Brewery belleislerestaurant.com

Harn Homestead harnhomestead.com

Riverwind Casino riverwind.com

Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center - S OKC Sokc.com

Blue Seven + Just OK myblueseven.com

Henry and Anna Overholser Mansion overholsermansion.org

Sam Noble Museum samnoblemuseum.ou.edu Sea Shanty Scuba & Swim seashantyscuba.com Stratus Climbing stoneyardclimbing.com Thunderbird Casino Norman playthunderbird.com Thunderbird Sailing Club thunderbirdsailingclub.org The University of Oklahoma ou.edu

Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce-Greater OKC okcchamber.com Oklahoma City Parks & Recreation okc.gov/departments/parksrecreation Oklahoma Department of Commerce okcommerce.gov

Blue Zoo Oklahoma City oklahomacity.bluezoo.us Brass Balls Cycles brassballscycles.com Brickopolis brickopolisu.com Bricktown Comedy Club bricktowncomedy.com Bricktown Water Taxi bricktownwatertaxi.com Bright Star Carriages brightstarcarriages.biz

The University of Oklahoma Athletics soonersports.com

Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation wildlifedepartment.com

Westwood Family Aquatic Center normanok.gov

Oklahoma Historical Society okhistory.org

Broke Brewing Company broke.beer

Westwood Park Golf Course westwoodparkgolf.com

Oklahoma Hotel & Lodging Association oklahomahotels.org

Cameo Carriage Company cameocarriagecompany.com

NOWATA

Nowata Area Chamber of Commerce nowatachamber.net Be True Western betrueWestern.com Nowata Country Club nowatacountryclub.com Nowata County Historical Society Museum nowatamuseum.org The Glass Mansion nowatamuseum.org

OCTAVIA

Oklahoma Museums Association okmuseums.org Oklahoma Restaurant Association okrestaurants.com Oklahoma Travel Industry Association otia.info Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition ovac-ok.org Visit Oklahoma City visitokc.com 50 Penn Place Art Gallery 50pennplacegallery.com

Mountain Pass Scenic Byway Hwy 259 btwn Page & Octavia

99s Museum of Women Pilots museumofwomenpilots.org

OKARCHE

American Banjo Museum americanbanjomuseum.com

Expedinture Brewery expedinturebrewery.com Stroh's Surplus 102 Stroh Ave

OKAY Backroad Vineyard 918-869-7087

OKEMAH

Okemah Chamber of Commerce okemahok.org

American Pigeon Museum & Library theamericanpigeonmuseum.org Angry Scotsman Brewing angryscotbrew.com Anthem Brewing Co. Taproom anthembrewing.com ARTSPACE at Untitled 1ne3.org

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Brightmusic Chamber Ensemble brightmusic.org

Canterbury Voices canterburyokc.com Centennial Land Run Monument visitokc.com Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark okcdodgers.com Chisholm’s Club biltmoreokc.com CHK|Central Boathouse riversportokc.org COOP Ale Works Taproom coopaleworks.com Core4 Brewing Company 405-620-4513 Cottonwood Creek Ranch cottonwoodcreekranch.com DNA Galleries dnagalleries.com Don’t Stress Meowt dontstressmeowt-catcafe.com Dulceria El Girasol dulceria-el-girasol.negocio.site Earlywine Golf Club okcgolf.com Exhibit C exhibitcgallery.com

Historic Capitol Hill Community Action Agency Historic Stockyards City stockyardscity.org Honey Lee Ranch Trail Rides honeyleeranchtrailrides.com iFLY Oklahoma City iflyworld.com/oklahoma-city In Your Eye Studio & Gallery inyoureyegallery.com Inasmuch Foundation Gallery occc.edu/cp/currentgallery Inter-Tribal Designs okitd.com International Gymnastics Hall of Fame ighof.com James E Stewart Golf Course okcgolf.com Jim Thorpe Museum & Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame oklahomasportshalloffame.org JRB Art at the Elms jrbartgallery.com Lake Draper Marina 405-799-0870 Lake Hefner Golf Club okcgolf.com Lazy J Ranch and Rodeo Company & Carriage Rides 405-823-1367 Lincoln Park Golf Course okcgolf.com The Links Golf & Country Club lindseygolf.com Little D Gallery deniseduongart.com Lost Lakes Entertainment Complex wakezone.co Mix-Tape at Factory Obscura factoryobscura.com Mojo’s Blues Club 1 E California Ave Museum of Horseshoeing horseshoeingmuseum.com

Myriad Botanical Gardens & Crystal Bridge Conservatory myriadgardens.org

ADVERTORIAL

North Pole City npolecity.com Nate’s Kiteboarding University nateskiteboardinguniversity.com National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum nationalcowboymuseum.org National Softball Hall of Fame Complex teamusa.org/USA-Softball Nona Jean Hulsey Art Gallery okcu.edu O’Myhoma omyhoma.com Oak & Ore 405-606-2030 OK City Chorus of Sweet Adelines International okcity.org OKC Balloons Aloft okcballoonsaloft.com OKC Brew Tours okcbrewtour.com OKC Energy FC energyfc.com OKC Family History Center familysearch.org OKC Kayak oklahomakayak.com Oklahoma Backroads Motorcycle Tours okmotorcycletours.com Oklahoma Black and African American Jazz Legacy Museum & Performing Arts Center naajlm.org Oklahoma City Asian District asiandistrictok.com Oklahoma City Ballet okcballet.com Oklahoma City Blue nba.com/dleague/oklahomacity Oklahoma City Handbell Ensemble okcbells.com Oklahoma City Museum of Art okcmoa.com Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum MemorialMuseum.com Oklahoma City Philharmonic okcphil.org Oklahoma City Streetcar okcstreetcar.com Oklahoma City Thunder NBA Basketball okcthunder.com Oklahoma City Zoo & Botanical Garden okczoo.org Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center oklahomacontemporary.org Oklahoma Earthbike Fellowship okearthbike.com

Just a few miles north of Oklahoma City, is one of the state’s “Hallmark” communities with small town charm and big city activities.

There are a million reasons to visit; here are just a few:

1 More than three hundred

public art pieces including murals, statues, and interactive displays. Schedule a tour at artedmond.com

2 13.4 miles on Route 66 with

attractions from a quirky Blue Hippo to the 1889 Territorial Schoolhouse (ﬁrst school built in Oklahoma Territory). In preparation for the 2026 Route 66 Centennial, 11 cities are celebrating the “The Greatest 100 Miles on Route 66” from Edmond to Sapulpa through Oklahoma’s Route 66 Midpoint Corridor. Holiday themes in December, Balloon Festival in September and a Road Rally in June entice visitors to stop along these cities as they travel Route 66.

3 New “Park District” on S.

Littler Ave and 4th Street. A recent $6.8 million renovation of Stephenson Park created a district of new dining, shopping, live music and green space. Walkable from downtown Edmond and near the Edmond History Museum, park improvements include a new playground, basketball court and a covered amphitheater for music and events.

4 Arcadia Lake has

equestrian trails, mountain biking, ﬁshing and beaches. Camping can be reserved online. A little-known gem is The University of Central Oklahoma Boathouse on the northeast side of the lake that offers a ropes course, ﬂeet of kayaks, canoes, standup paddleboards, and bikes for rent. Arcadia Lake hosts events year-round like Storybook Forest during Halloween, Tour de Dirt Bike Race and the Route 66 Triathlon Festival.

Edmond pairs 5 Downtown shopping and dining with

street parties like Heard on Hurd (third Saturdays March - October), holiday celebrations like LibertyFest and Deck the Downtown, Saturday farmers market and annual events like Cycle 66 and Edmond Arts Festival.

has 47 miles of 6 Edmond trails and 33 parks! “Lovers

Rock” at Fink Park has initials and pledges of love carved in a cluster of sandstone in the middle of a shaded area. A suburban oasis, Hafer Park is located amidst shopping and dining. Complete with multipurpose trails, an adjacent baseball complex, performance stage, a pond with ﬂocks of geese and ducks, and inviting

visitedmondok.com playgrounds, the park is perfect for picnics that linger, hammocks, exercise and playdates. Mitch Park is a spacious recreational area in North Edmond. Adventure awaits with an accessible playground, pond, and an amphitheater. The park holds sports ﬁelds, a disc golf course, the Mathis Skate Park, primitive and paved trails. Bickham-Rudkin Park is in South Edmond, an expansive dog park sits at the entrance. Follow the trail through an urban pollinator prairie, beside a well-populated ﬁshing pond that serves as home to turtles and all varieties of wild birds. Beyond the park lies the Margaret Annis Boys Centennial Arboretum, which connects to Oklahoma Christian University’s Eagle Trail.

7 Edmond’s live music entices

people to linger longer. Many businesses are adding live music to their space. Two food halls (Edmond Railyard and Icehouse Project) feature singers and DJs to entertain guests. Hear musicians strut their stuff at UCO Jazz Lab and Armstrong Auditorium. Outdoor stages will come alive in the summer at Stephenson Park and Mitch Park.

Oklahoma Governor’s Mansion oklahoma.gov

Ride OKC Bike Tours & Rentals rideokc.com

Creek Nation Council House creekcouncilhouse.net

Hunter’s Home okhistory.org

Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum oklahomahof.com

The Riding Stables at Draper Lake theridingstables20.wixsite.com/2016

Deep Fork National Wildlife Refuge fws.gov/refuge/Deep_Fork

John Ross Museum visitcherokeenation.com

Dripping Springs Lake 918-756-5971

Pauls Valley Tourism paulsvalley.com

Oklahoma History Center okhistory.org Oklahoma Model Railroad Association & Museum omratrains.org Oklahoma Mural Syndicate Art Gallery 1745 NW 16th St Oklahoma Museum of Telephone History 111 Dean A McGee Ave Oklahoma National Guard Museum okngmuseum.com Oklahoma Opry ohfo.org Oklahoma Railway Museum oklahomarailwaymuseum.org Oklahoma River & Regatta Park okc.gov Oklahoma River Cruises okrivercruises.com Oklahoma Shakespeare in the Park okshakes.org Oklahoma State Capitol ok.gov Oklahoma State Capitol Museum okhouse.gov Oklahoma State Firefighters Museum osfa.info/museum Orr Family Farm orrfamilyfarm.com The Other Room picassosonpaseo.com Painted Sky Opera paintedskyopera.org Paseo Gallery One paseogalleryone.com Paseo Plunge paseoplunge.com Paseo Pottery thepaseo.org Paw OK Dog Park pawok.com Porcelain Art Museum wocp.org Power House powerhouseokc.com Prairie Arts Stained Glass 405-436-5439 Put a Cork In It putacorkinitwinery.com ReCreation Adventure Tours recreationadventure.com Red Earth Art Center redearth.org Remington Park Racetrack & Casino remingtonpark.com

RIVERSPORT riversportokc.org Roughtail Brewing Co. roughtailbeer.com Science Museum Oklahoma sciencemuseumok.org Scissortail Park scissortailpark.org Shorty’s Caboy Hattery shortyshattery.com The Silos Climbing stoneyardclimbing.com Six Flags Hurricane Harbor sixflags.com/whitewaterbay Skeletons: Museum of Osteology skeletonmuseum.com Sky Rink scissortailpark.org Skydance Brewing Co. skydancebrewing.com SkyDance Bridge okc.gov Social Capital socialcapitalokc.com Spokies Bike Share spokiesokc.com Stinchcomb Wildlife Refuge okc.gov/departments/parks-recreation Stockyards City Main Street stockyardscity.org Strebel Creek Vineyard strebelcreek.com Su Casa Needlepoint, Antiques and Art sucasaokc.com Sure Beats Walking surebeatswalking.com Tempest Tours tempesttours.com Threshold Climbing & Fitness thresholdclimbinggym.com Tombo Racing tomboracing.com TopGolf OKC topgolf.com Traditions Leathercraft traditionsleathercraft.com Trosper Park Golf Course okcgolf.com Village Tours villagetours.net Wheeler Ferris Wheel wheelerdistrict.com Will Rogers Gardens & Trail okc.gov/departments/parks-recreation Wilshire Gun Club wilshiregun.com

OKMULGEE

Okmulgee Chamber of Commerce okmulgeechamber.org

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PAULS VALLEY

Jandebeur’s Motor Sports Park jteamracing.com

Jet Stream Casino jetstreamcasino.com

Lumberjack Attack Axe Throwing Co lumberjackattackaxe.com

Lake R.C. Longmire wildlifedepartment.com/fishing

Muscogee Nation muscogeenation.com

Pauls Valley City Lake & Municipal Golf Course paulsvalley.com

Okmulgee & Dripping Springs Lake & Recreation Area okmulgeeonline.com

Pauls Valley Water Park dwrrcpv.com/water-park

Okmulgee Main Street okmulgeemainstreet.com

Paws Valley Dog Park pawsvalley.weebly.com

One Fire Casino creeknationcasinoonefire.com

Santa Fe Depot Museum paulsvalley.com

OKTAHA

Stark Art & Gallery 405-238-2995

Outlaw Motor Speedway 918-687-9200

OOLOGAH

The Toy & Action Figure Museum actionfiguremuseum.com

Oologah Area Chamber of Commerce oologahonline.com

The Vault Art Space & Gathering Place thevaultpaulsvalley.com

Oolagah Historical Museum oologah.org

PAWHUSKA

Oologah Lake swt.usace.army.mil Will Rogers Birthplace Ranch (Dog Iron Ranch) visitcherokeenation.com Winganon Space Capsule 918-521-6256

OSAGE Prairie’s End prairiesend.org

OVERBROOK Brown Ranch Hay Maze BrownRanchHayMaze.com Lake Murray Riding Stables 580-223-8172

OWASSO

Owasso Chamber of Commerce owassochamber.com Bailey Ranch Golf Club baileyranchgolf.com Centennial Park Disc Golf Course 918-346-1529 Fish On fishonok.com Owasso Historical Museum cityofowasso.com

PAOLI

Osage County Tourism VisitTheOsage.com Ben Johnson Cowboy Museum benjohnsoncowboymuseum.com Big Rain Gallery bigraingallery.com Bluestem Lake 918-287-3040 Cathedral of the Osage 918-287-1414 Chief Lookout Memorial & Lookout Mountain VisitTheOsage.com Joseph H. Williams Tallgrass Prairie Preserve nature.org Osage Casino Hotel osagecasinos.com Osage County Historical Society Museum VisitTheOsage.com Osage Hills State Park & Trail System travelok.com/osagehills Osage Nation osagenation-nsn.gov Osage Nation Museum osageculture.com

Washita Casino washitacasino.com

Osage Nation Visitors Center osagenation-nsn.gov

PARK HILL

Osage Outfitters 918-287-3110

Cherokee Landing State Park travelok.com/cherokeelanding Donavan Clary Fishing Guide Service oklahomaflyfishing.net

Roaming The Osage: Historic & Scenic Tours roamingtheosage.com The Lodge at Taylor Ranch Disc Golf Course thelodgeattaylorranch.com

Wolf Creek Ranch wolfcreekranchosage.com

PAWNEE

Pawnee Chamber of Commerce cityofpawnee.com Lone Chimney Lake 918-762-3581 Pawnee Bathhouse & Recreation Area pawneechamberofcommerce.org Pawnee Bill Ranch Historic Site & Museum pawneebills.org Pawnee County Historical Society Museum & Dick Tracy Headquarters pawneechs.org Pawnee Lake & Lakeside Arena cityofpawnee.com Pawnee Municipal Golf Course pawneegolfcourse.com Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma pawneenation.org StoneWolf Casino stonewolfcasino.com

PEORIA Spook Light 918-542-4481

PERKINS

Perkins Community Chamber of Commerce perkinsok.net Cimarron Casino cimarroncasino.com Cimarron Valley Railroad Museum okterritory.org/railroad Frank Eaton Home eatonhome.org The Golf Club at Cimarron Trails cimarrontrails.com Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma bahkhoje.com Iowa Tribe’s Grey Snow Eagle House eagles.iowanation.org Oklahoma Territorial Plaza okterritory.org

PERRY

Perry Chamber of Commerce perryokchamber.com 7 Clans Casino Perry sevenclans.com Cherokee Strip Museum & Rose Hill School cherokee-strip-museum.org The Heritage Center & The Ditch Witch Museum 580-370-6660 Jim Franklin Sculptor Studio jimfranklinsculpture.com Main Street of Perry perrymainstreet.com Perry Golf & Country Club 580-336-2326 Thorn Originals thornoriginals.com

PIEDMONT

Piedmont Chamber of Commerce piedmontokchamber.org Chester's Party Barn & Farm chesterspartybarn.fun Piedmont Community Park & Splash Pad piedmontcommunitypark.com

PONTOTOC Pontotoc Ridge Preserve nature.org

PORTER Livesay Orchards livesayorchards.com The Peach Barn Orchard & Bakery thepeachbarn.com

Piedmont Historical Society Museum piedmonthistoricalsociety.org

POTEAU

POCASSET

Choctaw Country Club choctawcountryclub.com

SaltCreek Casino saltcreekcasino.com Simple Acre Farm simpleacrefarm.com

POCOLA Adventure Skydive Center adventureskydivecenter.com

Poteau Chamber of Commerce poteauchamber.com

Historic Downtown Poteau historicdowntownpoteau.com LeFlore County Museum at Hotel Lowrey leflorecountymuseum.org

Purcell Lake cityofpurcell.com

QUAPAW Downstream Casino Resort downstreamcasino.com Quapaw Tribe & Tribal Museum quapawtribe.com

RAMONA Cherokee Casino cherokeecasino.com

RATTAN Honobia Creek Wildlife Management Area wildlifedepartment.com Oklahoma Heritage Horse Sanctuary okheritagehorse.com Pine Mountain Trails 580-587-2758

SALINA

Salina Area Chamber of Commerce salinachamber.publishpath.com Dead Wake Guide Service theoutdoortrip.com OkeOzark Winery 405-255-2070

SALLISAW

Sallisaw Chamber of Commerce sallisawchamber.com Sallisaw Main Street sallisawmainstreet.org 14 Flags Museum 400 E Cherokee St Brushy Creek Reservoir & Lake Park sallisawok.org

RED ROCK

Callahan’s Cove Marina callahanscove.com

7 Clans Gasino sevenclans.com

Cherokee Casino cherokeecasino.com

Prague Chamber of Commerce praguechamber.org

7 Clans Paradise Casino okparadisecasino.com

Robert S Kerr Reservoir swt.usace.army.mil

Jim Thorpe Birth Site 405-567-4750

Otoe-Missouria Tribe omtribe.org

Sequoyah’s Cabin Museum visitcherokeenation.com

National Shrine of Infant Jesus of Prague shrineofinfantjesus.com

Sooner Lake wildlifedepartment.com/fishing

SAND SPRINGS

Big V Ranch 580-716-1729

Parks Brothers Memorial Golf Course cityofpragueok.org

Down Home Blues Club & OK Blues Hall of Fame dcminnerblues.com

Blubaugh Angus Ranch blubaughangusranch.com

Prague Historical Museum praguechamber.org

Cherokee Strip Company 580-765-0004

Tres Lagunas Ranch 405-416-0045

City Arts poncacityartassociation.org

PRYOR

Choctaw Casino Hotel choctawcasinos.com

PONCA CITY

Ponca City Chamber of Commerce poncacitychamber.com Visit Ponca City visitponcacity.com The Axe Hole 580-716-6594

Revamp Ranch revampranch.square.site

PRAGUE

RENTIESVILLE

REYDON Skipout Lake Recreation Area fs.usda.gov/cibola Allie B Country Getaway alliebcountrygetaway.com

Keystone State Park travelok.com/keystone

Mudcreek Outfitters mudcreekoutfitters.net

McBride Outside Guide Service mcbrideoutside.com

Hideaway Marina 580-765-0696

Fat Toad Brewing Company fattoadbrewing.com

RINGWOOD

Lester & Mary Cann Memorial Botanical Gardens poncacityok.gov

Mayes County Historical County Museum 918-824-5045

RIPLEY

Lew Wentz Memorial Golf Course wentzgolf.com

Pryor Area Arts & Humanities Council pryorarts.com

Marland’s Grand Home marlandgrandhome.com Matzene Art Collection poncacityok.gov Pioneer Woman Museum & Statue pioneerwomanmuseum.com Ponca Tribe of Oklahoma ponca.com Silvertop Farm & Vineyards 214-458-1340 Standing Bear Park, Museum & Education Center standingbearpark.com Vortex Alley Brewery & Taproom 220 E Central Wentz Camp & Pool poncacityok.gov

Rabbit Gallery billandtracirabbit.com Salina Highbanks Speedway salinahighbanksspeedway.com

PURCELL

Indian Creek Village Winery & Inn 580-883-2353 Washington Irving Trail Museum washingtonirvingtrailmuseum.com

ROCKY Hobart Lake 580-726-3100

ROLAND

Roland Area Chamber of Commerce rolandchamber.com Cherokee Casino & Hotel cherokeecasino.com

Heart of Oklahoma Chamber of Commerce theheartofok.com

ROOSEVELT

The Dragon Disc Golf Course purcellok.gov

ROSE

McClain County Museum missymac95.wix.com/mchgs Oklahoma Thunder Dock Diving 405-640-7712 Purcell Golf Course 405-527-5114

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Flying G Ranch flying-g-ranch.com Keystone Ancient Forest sandspringsok.org

Conoco Museum conocomuseum.com

Pryor Creek Golf Club pryorcreekgolf.org

The Canyons at Blackjack Ridge thecanyonsatblackjackridge.com

RINGLING

Pryor Area Chamber of Commerce pryorchamber.com

Marland Mansion & Estate marlandmansion.com

Sand Springs Chamber of Commerce sandspringschamber.org

Tire Man 424 S Main St Saline Courthouse Museum visitcherokeenation.com

ROSSTON T L Guided Hunts tlguidedhunts.com

Meadow Lake Ranch meadowlakeranch.com Osage Casino osagecasinos.com Pier 51 Marina pier51keystone.com Reel Good Time Guide Service RGTguideservice.com Sand Springs Cultural & Historical Museum sandspringsmuseum.org

SAPULPA

Sapulpa Chamber of Commerce sapulpachamber.com Sapulpa Main Street sapulpamainstreet.com Sapulpa Parks & Recreation Department sapulpaok.gov Chuck-It Axe Co chuckitaxco.com Dancing Skeleton Meadery dancingskeletonmeadery.com Gasoline Alley Classics gasolinealleyclassicsinc.com

Heart of Route 66 Auto Museum heartofroute66.org Oklahoma Powered Parachutes oklahomapoweredparachutes.com Rock Creek Golf Course sapulpaok.gov Sapulpa Aquatic Center sapulpaparks.com Sapulpa Fire Museum sapulpahistory.org Sapulpa Historical Museum sapulpahistory.org Waite Phillips Filling Station Museum sapulpahistory.org

SAWYER Kiamichi River 580-326-3345 Schooler Lake wildlifedepartment.com/fishing

SAYRE

Sayre Chamber of Commerce sayrechamber.org Gallery @ 112 riversedgeartssociety.weebly.com Riverside Gardens 580-729-8336 Sayre City Golf Course sayreok.net

SEMINOLE

Seminole Chamber of Commerce seminoleokchamber.org Jasmine Moran Children’s Museum jasminemoran.com Jimmie Austin Municipal Golf Course seminole-oklahoma.net Nomad’s Animal Encounter nomadsanimalencounter.com Seminole Nation Casino snocasinos.com

SHATTUCK

Shattuck Chamber of Commerce shattuckchamber.org Rock Creek Distillery rockcreekdistillery.com Shattuck Golf Course 580-938-2445 Shattuck Windmill Museum & Park shattuckok.com

SHAWNEE

Visit Shawnee visitshawnee.com Absentee Shawnee Tribe astribe.com The Arts at 317 theartsat317.com Black Hawk Casino theblackhawkcasino.com Butterfly Gardens oces.okstate.edu Citizen Potawatomi Nation potawatomi.org

Citizen Potawatomi Nation Cultural Heritage Center & Eagle Aviary potawatomiheritage.com Clay Bird Sports claybirdsports.com Community Art Gallery community-art-gallery.square.site

SHIDLER

Shidler Area Chamber of Commerce 918-793-4171 The Bivin Garden thebivingarden.com

SKIATOOK

Choctaw Casino choctawcasinos.com

White Barn Estates whitebarnestates.com

Evergreen Marina evergreenmarina.com

STILWELL

Haskell County Historical Society Museum 918-967-2161

Dean Weigant Park shawneeok.org

Skiatook Chamber of Commerce skiatookchamber.com

On The LAMb Winery onthelambwinery.com

The Doggie Spot thedoggiespot.com

Skiatook Lake Association sla2017.org

Domino Dog Park visitshawnee.com

Crystal Bay Marina & Resort crystalbaymarina.com

Taloka Valley Cultural Heritage Center 918-967-4078

FireLake Arena firelakearena.com

Oklahoma Wake Adventure okwake.com

Stillwater Chamber of Commerce stillwaterchamber.org

FireLake Casino firelakecasino.com

Skiatook Museum skiatook.com

Visit Stillwater visitstillwaterok.org

FireLake Golf Course firelakegolf.com

Skydive Airtight skydiveairtight.com

Gold Star Families Monument woodywilliams.org

SMITHVILLE

The Botanic Garden at Oklahoma State University botanicgarden.okstate.edu

Grand Casino Hotel & Resort grandresortok.com

OK Classics - Cars & Memorabilia okclassicsonline.com Oklahoma Baptist University Arboretum okbu.edu Oklahoma Veterans Memorial pcvm.org Pottawatomie County Museum pottcountymuseum.org Shawnee Splash Water Park shawneeok.org St Gregory’s Abbey & Monks’ Marketplace monksok.org Sunshine Shelly’s facebook.com/sunshineshellys Thunderbird Casino Shawnee playthunderbird.com

Wildcat Springs Ranch wildcatspringsranch.com

For Pete’s Sake osufans.com

STROUD

SPAVINAW

OBU Disc Golf Course okbu.edu

Shiloh Ranch Hunting Camp bowhunthogs.com

STRINGTOWN

IBC Disc Golf Course ibcshawnee.org/dg

MGMoA Gallery mgmoa.org/st-anthony

Dos Equis Ranch xxranch.com

Eskimo Joe’s Clothes World Headquarters eskimojoes.com

Sparks Vineyard & Winery sparksvineyard.com

Mabee-Gerrer Museum of Art mgmoa.org

STONEWALL

SOUTH COFFEYVILLE

SPARKS

Lumberjack Johnson’s Axe Throwing lumberjackjohnsons.com

Stilwell City Lake SW of City

All About U Ranch & Outfitters allabouturanch.com

Home on the Range Writer Grave Site visitshawnee.com

KidSpace Park visitshawnee.com

Adair Park cityofstilwell.com

Bumblebee Transformers Statue gmbodyinc.net

Historic Downtown Shawnee visitshawnee.com

Kickapoo Casino kickapoo-casino.com

Adair County Historical Museum & Train Depot 918-696-7845

Wild Boar Ridge Hunting Ranch wildboarridge.com Cherokee Casino cherokeecasino.com

Kayak Cove kayakcove.net

STILLWATER

Stilwell Area Chamber of Commerce stilwellareachamber.com

Gardiner Art Gallery art.okstate.edu

Flying J Ranch & Hunt Club flyingjranchok.com

Heritage Hall Sports Museum okstate.com/sports

Joshua Matthew Crappie Fishin theoutdoortrip.com

Insect Adventure insectadventure.okstate.edu

Spavinaw Area at Grand Lake State Park travelok.com/spavinaw

Iron Monk Brewing Company ironmonkbeer.com

Spavinaw Lake cityoftulsa.org

SPENCER

Spencer Chamber of Commerce spencerokchamber.org Spencer Historical Society Museum 405-771-4472

SPIRO

Karsten Creek Golf Club karstencreek.com Lake McMurtry Natural Resource & Recreation Area lakemcmurtry.org Lakeside Memorial Golf Course stillwatergolf.org The Links at Stillwater linksatstillwatergolf.com

Spiro Chamber of Commerce 918-962-3816

Lost Creek Safari lostcreeksafari.com

New Spiro Lake 918-962-2477

Modella Art Gallery modellagallery.org

Riggs Family Orchard riggsfamilyorchard.com

National Wrestling Hall of Fame & Museum nwhof.org

Spiro Mounds Archaeological Center okhistory.org

SPRINGER Magnetic Hill Pioneer (Pitt) Rd

STERLING Snider Family Exotics 580-512-5014

STIGLER Stigler/Haskell County Chamber of Commerce stiglerok.net Brier Creek Golf Course 918-967-8225

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Optimus Prime Transformers Statue gmbodyinc.net

Choctaw Casino - Stringtown choctawcasinos.com Stroud Chamber of Commerce stroudchamber.com Route 66 Spirit of America Museum 918-968-0057 Sac & Fox Casino 918-968-2540 Sac & Fox Nation sacandfoxnation-nsn.gov Stable Ridge Winery facebook.com/stableridge.winery Stroud Arts stroudarts.org Stroud Municipal Lake & Golf Course cityofstroud.com Tatanka Ranch thetatankaranch.com

STUART Wakefield Country Inn & Winery wakefieldcountryinn.com

SULPHUR

Chickasaw Country Marketing Association chickasawcountry.com Sulphur Chamber of Commerce sulphurchamber.com

OSU Museum of Art museum.okstate.edu

Arbuckle Historical Society Museum - Sulphur Branch 402 W Muskogee Ave

Pfeiffer Museum pcexpocenter.com

Arbuckle Trail Rides arbuckletrailrides.com

Stillwater History Museum at the Sheerar stillwaterokhistory.org

ARTesian Gallery & Studios chickasawcountry.com

Stilly Axe Pit stillyaxepit.com

Artists of the Arbuckles at the Jean Carr Gallery artistsofthearbuckles.com

StillyArts stillyarts.com

Chickasaw Cultural Center chickasawculturalcenter.com

Chickasaw National Recreation Area nps.gov/chic Chickasaw Visitor Center chickasawcountry.com Lake of the Arbuckles nps.gov/chic/planyourvisit Sulphur Hills Golf Course 2001 Country Club Dr The Artesian Hotel, Casino & Sole’renity Spa artesianhotel.com The Rusty Nail Winery rustynailwinery.com Valhalla Axes valhallaaxes.net

SWEETWATER Buffalo Creek Lodge & Guide Service 580-534-2309

SWINK District Choctaw Chief’s House 1832 CR E 2060

TAHLEQUAH

Tahlequah Area Chamber of Commerce tahlequahchamber.com Tahlequah Area Convention & Visitors Bureau tourtahlequah.com All American Floats allamericanfloats.us The Cherokee Arts Center & Spider Gallery artscenter.cherokee.org/spider-gallery Cherokee Casino cherokeecasino.com Cherokee Heritage Center cherokeeheritage.org Cherokee Hills Scenic Byway St Hwy 82/St Hwy 10 N Cherokee Nation cherokee.org Cherokee National Museums visitcherokeenation.com Cherokee Springs Golf Course cherokeecasino.com Cherokee Trails Golf Course cherokeecasino.com Falcon Floats illinoisriver.net Franklin Castle franklincastleok.com The Grave of Mister Ed 13600 E 710 Rd Hanging Rock Camp hangingrockfloats.com Illinois River grda.com/scenic-rivers-operations J.T. Nickel Family Nature & Wildlife Preserve nature.org Joe Thornton Archery Range cherokee.org NSU Art Gallery 918-444-4604

Peyton’s Place peytonsplace.com

Chickasaw Council House Museum chickasaw.net

Cabin Boys Brewery cabinboysbrewery.com

Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame jazzdepotlive.com/halloffame

Riverbend Floats riverbendfloats.com

Chickasaw Nation Information Center chickasawcountry.com

Center of the Universe 800-558-3311

Old Urban Trolley oldurbantrolley.com

The Church Studio thechurchstudio.com

Osage Casino Hotel osagecasino.com

Climb Tulsa climbtulsa.com

The Outsiders House Museum theoutsidershouse.com

Johnston County War Memorial S Capitol Ave

Dead Armadillo Brewery & Taproom dabrewery.com

Oxley Nature Center oxleynaturecenter.org

Mulberry Wine Bar hellomulberry.com

Dive Site divesitescuba.com

War Eagle Resort wareagleresort.com

Old Silo Winery oldsilowinery.com

Elsing Museum elsing.oru.edu

TALIHINA

Ole Red Tishomingo olered.com

Fair Meadows Live Horse Racing exposquare.com

Tishomingo City Cemetery johnstoncountyokchamber.com

Fly Tulsa flytulsaok.com

Tishomingo Golf Course 580-371-2604

Gathering Place gatheringplace.org

Talimena State Park travelok.com/talimena

Tishomingo National Wildlife Refuge fws.gov/refuge/tishomingo

Gilcrease Museum gilcrease.org

TECUMSEH

TONKAWA

Sparrow Hawk Camp 918-456-8371 Tahlequah City Golf Course cityoftahlequah.com Thompson House tourtahlequah.com United Keetoowah Band of Cherokees keetoowahcherokee.org

Talihina Chamber of Commerce talihinacc.com Horse Heaven Ranch Resort horseheavenranchresort.com Talimena National Scenic Byway fs.usda.gov/ouachita

Chickasaw National Capitol chickasaw.net Delta’s Landing Splash Pad tishomingo.com

Tecumseh Chamber of Commerce tecumsehchamber.com

Tonkawa Chamber of Commerce tonkawachamber.org

Tecumseh Historical Museum tecumsehok.org

Heart in the Park Labyrinth heartinthepark.org

TEMPLE Big Fish Adventures wecatchbigfish.net

McCarter Museum of Tonkawa History & Centennial Park 220 E Grand Ave

Temple History Museum 405-342-6930

Tonkawa Gasino, Hotel, & Casino tonkawacasinos.com

TERLTON

Tonkawa Trube & Tribal Museum tonkawatribe.com

Frog Rock Frog Rd

TEXOLA One Room Jail Main Ave & 4th St

THACKERVILLE Border Casino mybordercasino.com Chickasaw Travel Stop & Thackerville Gaming chickasawtravelstop.com WinStar Golf Course winstar.com WinStar World Casino & Resort winstarworldcasino.com

THE VILLAGE Milo & Lily Boutique miloandlilyboutique.com Woodsman Trading Co woodsmantrading.com

TRIBBEY Ten Acre Observatory 405-899-4016

TULSA

Green Country Tourism greencountryok.com Historic Greenwood Chamber / Black Wall Street historictulsagreenwoodchamber.org Oklahoma Route 66 Association oklahomaroute66.com Tulsa Park & Recreation Department tulsaparks.com Tulsa Regional Tourism VisitTulsa.com Agitsi Stained Glass agitsi.com

Greenwood Cultural Center greenwoodculturalcenter.org Greenwood Rising greenwoodrising.org Guthrie Green guthriegreen.com Harwelden Mansion harweldenmansion.com High Gravity Brewing Company highgravitybrewingco.com

Pierson Gallery piersongallery.com PostOak Canopy Tours ziptulsa.com Quan Am Bodhisattva Statue tambao.org Reed Park Disc Golf Course guide.tulsaparks.org River Parks Disc Golf Course riverparks.org River Spirit Casino Resort riverspirittulsa.com Route 66 Harley Davidson route66h-d.com

Sherwin Miller Museum of Jewish Art jewishmuseumtulsa.org

LaFortune Park Golf Course lafortuneparkgolf.com

Silhouette Sneakers & Art silhouettetulsa.com

Mabee Center mabeecenter.com

The Sky Gallery theskygallery.com

Mabel B. Little Heritage House Museum greenwoodculturalcenter.org

Sky Zone Tulsa skyzone.com

Margaritaville at River Spirit Casino riverspirittulsa.com Marshall Brewing Company & Taproom marshallbrewing.com Mohawk Park Golf Course tulsagolf.org MOJO Guide Service theoutdoortrip.com NEFF Brewing neffbrewing.com O’Brien Park, Recreation & Golf Training Center parks.tulsacounty.org

Blue River wildlifedepartment.com/fishing

Black Wall Street Corner Store & More blackwallstreetcornerstoreandore.com

Oilers Ice Center oilersicecenter.net

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Philbrook Museum of Art philbrook.org

John Hope Franklin Reconciliation Park jhfcenter.org/reconciliation-park

Archery Outpost archeryoutposttulsa.com

Bob Dylan Center bobdylancenter.com

Pearl Brewery Tours pearlbrewerytours.com

Route 66 Historical Village Train & Depot route66village.com

TISHOMINGO

Chickasaw Bank Museum & Johnston County Museum of History johnstoncountyok.com

Paradise Beach Water Park paradisebeach.com

Joe Station Dog Park cityoftulsa.org

American Solera Brewery americansolera.com

Johnston County Chamber of Commerce johnstoncountyokchamber.com

Page Belcher Golf Course tulsagolf.org

Oklahoma Center for the Humanities humanities.utulsa.edu Oklahoma Climbing Guides oklahomaclimbingguides.com

The STEMcell Science Shop stemcelltulsa.com Streetwalker Tours streetwalkertours.com TJ Fishing Co & Guide Service theoutdoortrip.com Tom’s Rivertrail Bicycles tomsbicycles.com Tour of Black Wall Street tourofblackwallstreet.com Tours of Tulsa toursoftulsa.com Tulsa Air and Space Museum & Planetarium tulsamuseum.org Tulsa Art Deco Museum tulsaartdecomuseum.com Tulsa Artery tulsaartery.com Tulsa Artists’ Coalition Gallery tacgallery.org

Tulsa Ballet tulsaballet.org Tulsa Bicycle Tours tulsabicycletours.com Tulsa Botanic Garden tulsabotanic.org Tulsa Cave House cavehousetulsa.com Tulsa City-County African-American Resource Center tulsalibrary.org/aarc Tulsa Drillers tulsadrillers.com Tulsa Fire Station 66 cityoftulsa.org Tulsa Garden Center & Teaching Garden at Woodward Park tulsagardencenter.org Tulsa Glassblowing School tulsaglassblowing.org Tulsa Historical Society & Museum tulsahistory.org Tulsa Oilers tulsaoilers.com Tulsa Opera tulsaopera.com Tulsa Route 66 Main Street rt66tulsa.org Tulsa Selfie Studio tulsaselfie.com Tulsa Stained Glass tulsastainedglass.com Tulsa Symphony Orchestra tulsasymphony.org Tulsa Tours tulsa.tours Tulsa Zoo tulsazoo.org Turkey Mountain Urban Wilderness Area riverparks.org University of Tulsa Golden Hurricane tulsahurricane.com URIDE uridelocal.com USA BMX Headquarters & Hall of Fame usabmx.com The Vanguard thevanguardtulsa.com Vintage Sewing Center & Museum 5528 S Peoria Ave Warbird Rides caftulsa.org WaterWorks Art Center waterworksartcenter.com Welltown Brewing welltownbrewing.com Whittier Square Clock Tower historickwms.com Woody Guthrie Center woodyguthriecenter.org

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TURPIN Flynt Farms Upland Hunting 580-539-1978

TUSKAHOMA B & B Handy Stop 918-522-4710 Choctaw Nation Museum choctawnationculture.com Chuck’s Classic Cycles chucksclassiccycles.com Lake Nanih Waiya wildlifedepartment.com/fishing

TUTTLE

Tuttle Area Chamber of Commerce tuttlechamber.org Braum’s Family Farm braums.com/tours Chisholm Trail Boulder Main & Cimarron Coal Creek Vineyard & Winery coalcreekvineyard.com Martinbird Tree Farm 513 Ridgewood Dr My Raggedy Herbs myraggedyherbs.com Tiger Safari Zoological Park tigersafarizoo.com

VALLIANT

Valliant Area Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture valliantchamber.org Pine Creek Lake swt.usace.army.mil

VERDEN

Willow Park Marina willowparkmarina.com

Lucky Star Casino Watonga luckystarcasino.org

Red Dirt Art Gallery & Studio 405-206-2438

W SILOAM SPRINGS

Roman Nose State Park & Trail System travelok.com/romannose

WETUMKA

WAGONER

T.B. Ferguson Home tbfergusonhome.org

Alabama-Quassarte Tribal Town alabama-quassarte.org

WATTS

Kialegee Tribal Town kialegeetribal.webstarts.com

Cherokee Casino & Hotel cherokeecasino.com Visit Wagoner wagonerok.org The Canebrake canebrake.net

WOKA Whitewater Park visitwoka.com

Chouteau Lock & Dam 17 Visitor Center swt.usace.army.mil

WAUKOMIS

Fort Gibson Lake Association

WAURIKA

Tight Lines Catfishing Guide Service 580-736-3564

The Great Seminole Nation of Oklahoma sno-nsn.gov

Pelican Point Marina pelicanpoints.com

Waurika Rock Island Depot 580-228-3274

Ron Allen Studios 405-380-6942

Sequoyah Bay State Park travelok.com/sequoyahbay

WAYNOKA

Seminole Nation Museum seminolenationmuseum.org

Wagoner City Historical Museum 918-485-9111 Wagoner Water Park 918-485-2554 Whitehorn Cove Marina 918-203-3021

WAKITA

VINITA

Walters Chamber of Commerce 580-875-3335

Sparks Noodling 580-647-6356

WANETTE

Seaba Station Motorcycle Museum seabastation.com

Eastern Trails Museum cityofvinita.com

Redbud Farm and Vineyard redbudfarm.net

WARWICK

WASHINGTON

WATONGA

Watonga Chamber of Commerce watongachamber.org Watonga Main Street mainstreetwatonga.com Lake Watonga wildlifedepartment.com/fishing

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Wilburton Main Street wilburtonmainstreet.com Robbers Cave State Park travelok.com/robberscave

WILSON

Prairie W Golf Club prairieWgolf.com Stafford Air & Space Museum staffordmuseum.org

Weatherford Wind Energy Park weatherfordchamber.com

Craig County Veterans Memorial Rock 26585 S 4410 Rd

Wilburton Chamber of Commerce wilburtonchamber.com

Heartland of America Museum oklahomaheartlandmuseum.com

WARNER

WARR ACRES

WILBURTON

WILLIS

The Sign on 66 coreyleefuller.com

Warner Chamber of Commerce 918-463-2696

Wewoka Trading Post Casino seminolenation.casino

Weatherford Area Chamber of Commerce weatherfordchamber.com

Soggy Bottom Trails & Pub soggybottomtrailspub.business.site

Putnam City Schools Museum putnamcityschoolsmuseum.com

Will Rogers Archway Will Rogers Turnpike

Stewart Sandsports & ATV Rentals Sandsports.com

WALTERS

Cherokee Nation Anna Mitchell Cultural & Welcome Center visitcherokeenation.com

Visit Cherokee Nation visitcherokeenation.com

Little Sahara State Park travelok.com/littlesahara

WEATHERFORD

Connors State College Museum connorsstate.edu

Vinita Splash Pad cityofvinita.com

Gloss Mountain Outfitters glossmountainoutfitters.com

Waynoka Air Rail Museum waynoka.org

Vinita Area Chamber of Commerce 918-256-7133

The Route 66 Mercantile 918-256-7825

Waynoka Chamber of Commerce 580-824-4741

Twister Museum twistermuseum.com

Cotton County Museum sirinet.net

The Wolf at Tenkiller 918-773-5093

Dr. Gil Morgan Municipal Golf Course wewokagolfcourse.com

Long Bay Marina 918-266-4383

VIAN

Tenkiller State Park & Trail System travelok.com/tenkiller

Wewoka Chamber of Commerce cityofwewoka.com

Waurika Chamber of Commerce waurikachamber.com

Kiowa Casino Verden kiowacasino.com

Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge fws.gov/refuge/Sequoyah

WEWOKA

Tourism Center 918-485-9336

Comanche Star Casino comanchestarcasino.com

Fisherman’s Point Dive Site travelok.com/tenkiller

Painted Buffalo Trading Co. buffalo-junction.com

Wetumka Chamber of Commerce 405-452-3237

Western Oklahoma Historical Center cityofweatherford.com

WEBBERS FALLS 360 Farms - The Elderberry Wine Company 360okfarms.com Webbers Falls Historical Museum webbersfallsok.com Webbers Falls Reservoir wildlifedepartment.com/fishing

WELEETKA Weleetka Lake Hwy 75 & Lake Rd

WELLING Caney Ridge Marina & Grill caneyridgemarina.com

WELLSTON Prairie Prime Wingshooting Club prairieprime.com

MegaStar Casino megastarcasino.com Black Gold Casino myblackgoldcasino.com Chickasaw Travel Stop & Black Gold Casino chickasawtravelstop.com Wilson Historical Museum wilsonhistoricalmuseum.org

WISTER Lake Wister State Park & Trail System travelok.com/lakewisterstatepark Wolf Ridge Country Club wolfridgecountryclub.com

WOODWARD

Woodward Convention & Visitors Bureau visitwoodward.com Boiling Springs Golf Club boilingspringsgolfclub.com Boiling Springs State Park & Trail System travelok.com/boilingsprings Covington’s Customs covingtonscustoms.com Crystal Beach Aquatics Center cityofwoodward.com Crystal Beach Park & Lake visitwoodward.com

Hal & Fern Cooper Wildlife Management Area wildlifedepartment.com Plains Indians & Pioneers Museum nwok-pipm.org Woodward Municipal Disc Golf Course visitwoodward.com Woodward Municipal Golf Course cityofwoodward.com

WYANDOTTE BZ Guide Service 918-998-3474 Creation Safari Wildlife Park 417-438-5408 D-Day Adventure Park ddaypark.com Eastern Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma estoo-nsn.gov Indigo Sky Casino indigoskycasino.com Lucky Turtle Casino luckyturtle.wyandottecasinos.com Outpost Casino theoutpostcasino.com Wyandotte Nation wyandotte-nation.org

WYNNEWOOD Eskridge Hotel Museum eskridgemuseum.org

YALE

Yale Chamber of Commerce yaleok.org Jim Thorpe Home okhistory.org Jim Thorpe Park 918-387-2405

YUKON

Yukon Chamber of Commerce yukoncc.com Archery Traditions of Oklahoma archerytraditionsok.com Express Clydesdales Ranch expressclydesdales.com Farfalla Wines farfallawines.com The Flower Shop Winery & Pizzeria flowershopwinery.com The Golf Club at Surrey Hills thegolfclubatsurreyhills.com Oklahoma Bicycle Society okcbike.org Route 66 Train Town 328 Elm Ave Urban Oak on 66 urbanoak66.com Welch Park Disc Golf Course yukonok.gov Yukon Historical Museum 601 Oak St Yukon Veterans Museum 1010 W Main St

OKLAHOMA

ACCOMMODATIONS The following pages contain just some of the wonderful places to stay in the state. For a full list of hotels, cabins, lodges, and other great overnight stays please visit TravelOK.com/hotels-and-lodging. ADA

BATTIEST

Scissortail RV Park scissortailrvpark.com

Silver Creek Cabins silvercreekcabins.com

Twin Lakes RV Park twinlakesrvparkada.com

BEGGS

Lakewood Luxury Cabins lakewoodluxurycabins.com

Tulsa RV Ranch tulsarvranch.com

Pine Knot Cabins pineknotcabins.com

BERNICE

Riverbank Cabins riverbankcabins.com

ADAIR Horseshoe Inn & Campground horseshoeinncampground.com

AFTON Marina Del Rey Resort marinadelreyresort.com Monkey Island RV Resort monkeyislandrv.com WorldMark Grand Lake extraholidays.com

ALLEN Rocky Top Winery rockytopwineryllc.com

ALTUS Friendship Inn friendshipinnofaltus.com

ANTLERS Rebel Hill Guest Ranch rebelhillguestranch.com

ARDMORE Guesthouse at Maria’s Garden guesthousemarias.net Lake Murray Floating Cabins lakemurrayfloatingcabins.com Lake Murray State Park travelok.com/murraysp Pennington Creek Hunting Club penningtoncreekhuntingclub.com Shiloh Morning Inn shilohmorning.com

ARNETT J & J Hunting jandjhunts.com Windmill Outfitters windmilloutfitters.com

ATOKA Birchfield’s Cabins by the Lake birchfieldcabins.yolasite.com Boggy Depot Park chickasawcountry.com McGee Creek State Park travelok.com/mcgeecreek

BARTLESVILLE Bell RV Village bellrvvillage.com Riverside RV Park resortrv.com

Bernice Area at Grand Lake State Park travelok.com/bernice Indian Hills Marina indianhillsmarina.com

BIG CABIN Creek Grown Cabin creekgrown.com

BIXBY Okie Grown Farms okiegrownfarms.com

BLANCHARD The Peacock Room 3jfarmsok.com

BOISE CITY Wild Bill’s RV Park wildbillsrvtrailerpark.wordpress.com

BOSWELL Wood Guest Ranch thewoodguestranch.com

BRAGGS Greenleaf State Park travelok.com/greenleaf

BRISTOW Sheppard Point Campground recreation.gov/camping

BROKEN ARROW Stone Creek Cabin stonecreekcabin.weebly.com Stoney Creek Hotel & Conference Center stoneycreekhotels.com

BROKEN BOW 1Forest1 Couple’s Cabin lakewoodluxurycabins.com Aiukli Cabins aiuklicabin.com Aspen Aspirations aspenaspirations.com Bear Creek Vacations bearcreekvacations.com Golden Hour Cabin goldenhourcabin.com Hammock Hideaway Broken Bow hammockhideawaybrokenbow.com

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Happily EVEN After Cabin happilyevenaftercabin.com

Sweetwater Cabins sweetwatercabins.com Treetopia Treehouse okiedokeycabins.com Whip-Poor-Will Cabins beaversbendcreativeescape.com Y’all & the Tall Tree’s bravovacationrentals.com

BUFFALO Selman Guest Ranch selmanguestranch.com The Woolly Bison Inn woollybisoninn.com

BURNEYVILLE Falconhead Resort & Country Club falconheadok.com

CACHE The Lazy Buffalo lazybuffalocabins.com Triple Ace Campsites tripleacecampsites.com

CADDO Log Cabin Escape logcabinescape.com

CANADIAN Arrowhead State Park travelok.com/arrowhead

CANTON Canton Campgrounds recreation.gov/camping

CARLTON LANDING Carlton Landing carltonlanding.com

CARTWRIGHT Burns Run West Campground recreation.gov/camping East Burns Run Campground recreation.gov/camping

CASTLE Last Chance RV Ranch lastchancervranchok.com

CATOOSA Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa hardrockcasinotulsa.com

Savannah’s Lodge & Rental Jacuzzi Cabins asavannahslodge.com

CHANDLER Bell Cow Lake Equestrian Campground chandlerok.com Painted Gait Farm okgrassfed.com

CHECOTAH Belle Starr Campground recreation.gov/camping Bigfoot's Log Cabin bigfootslogcabin.com Terra Starr RV Park & Campground terrastarrrvpark.net

CHEYENNE Croton Creek Guest Ranch crotoncreekguestranch.com

CHICKASHA Cameo Properties cameopropertiesllc.com Muscle Car Ranch musclecarranch.com

CHAOUTEAU Flat Rock Creek Campground recreation.gov/camping

CLAREMORE Andersonville Cottage Bed & Breakfast andersonvillecottage.com Blue Creek Campground recreation.gov/camping Spencer Creek Campground recreation.gov/camping

CLAYTON Bigfoot Cabin bigfootcabin.com Clayton Lake State Park liftca.org/clayton-lake-state-park

CLEO SPRINGS Cleo Springs RV Park W of Town Square

CLEVELAND Bear’s Glen Cabins bearsglencabins.com Cimarron Bend RV Park cimarronbend.com

COGAR Law Dawg Hunting Lodge N 2730 Rd & E 1180 Rd

COLBERT

DAVIS

EL RENO

RV Station & Resort Colbert rvstationcolbert.com

Cedarvale Cabins cedarvalecabins.com

Bill & Clara’s Home & Ranch billandclaras.com

COLONY

Donna’s Cottage donnascottage.com

Prairie Land Ranch billandclaras.com

CONCHO

The Bluebird Cottage thebluebirdcottageok.com

ELDORADO

Lucky Star Casino Concho luckystarcasino.org

Treasure Valley Hotel treasurevalleycasino.com

COOKSON

DEVOL

Crowder Lake University Park swosu.edu

Chicken Creek Campground recreation.gov/camping Cookson Bend Resort & Marina cooksonbend.com Sixshooter Resort & Marina sixshooterresort.homestead.com Terrapin Peak Bed, Breakfast & Beyond terrapinpeakbbb.com

COPAN Post Oak Park Campground recreation.gov/camping Washington Cove recreation.gov/camping

CORDELL aKa Stables akastablesllc.com

COUNCIL HILL Gentry Creek Hunting & Fishing Camp gchunt.com

Comanche Red River Hotel Casino comancheredrivercasino.com

DISNEY Copperwood Lodge copperwoodlodge.com Disney Area at Grand Lake State Park travelok.com/disney Laketime Retreat laketimeretreat.com

Rio Rojo Outfitters riorojooutfitters.com

ELK CITY Bluebird Inn bluebirdinnelkcity.com

ELMORE CITY Fannie Jane Ranch fjranch.com

ENID Camp Clearview campclearviewrv.com High Point RV Park enidrvpark.com

ERICK

Little Blue Area at Grand Lake State Park travelok.com/littleblue

Lonestar Inn oyorooms.com

DUNCAN

Dream Catcher Resorts dreamcatcherresorts.com

Lindley House Garden Cottages lindleyhouse.com

DURANT Choctaw Casino Resort - Durant choctawcasinos.com

EUCHA

Spring Valley Ranch springvalleyranchok.com

EUFAULA

EDMOND

American Cabins americancabinsok.com

CROWDER

Stratford House Inn stratfordhouseedmond.com

Crowder Point Family Campground Hwy 69 & Rock Creek Rd

Eufaula Treehouse Tree-sort eufaulatreesort.com

Two Hearts Inn Bed & Breakfast twoheartsinn.com

Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resort jellystoneok.com

FAIRFAX Ben Ranch Cabins benranchcabins.com

FAIRLAND Cassanda Shores Lake House cassandashores.com Twin Bridges Area at Grand Lake State Park travelok.com/twinbridges

FAIRVIEW Plymouth Valley Cellars plymouthvalleycellars.com Sunshine Prairie House and Silo sunshinefarmandsilo.com

FITZHUGH Fossil Creek Ranch fossilcreekranchok.com

FORT COBB Fort Cobb State Park travelok.com/fortcobb Shorty’s Hook-Ups RV Park rvparkshortyshookups.com

FORT GIBSON Cedar Inn thecedarinn.com

FORT SUPPLY Supply Park Campground recreation.gov/camping

FORT TOWSON Raymond Gary State Park travelok.com/raymondgary

FOSS

HODGEN

Foss State Park travelok.com/foss

Cedar Lake Equestrian Camp recreation.gov/camping

FREDERICK

Gibby’s Biker Camp facebook.com/gibbysbikercampllc

Lazy S Ranch huntlazys.com

FREEDOM Alabaster Caverns State Park travelok.com/alabaster

HOLDENVILLE

LANGSTON

Hugo Lake Park liftca.org/hugo-lake-state-park Kiamichi Park Campground recreation.gov/camping

HULBERT

Marval Resort marvalresort.com

The Lodge at Sequoyah State Park travelok.com/sequoyah

Strayhorn Landing Campground recreation.gov/camping

Wildwood Campground recreation.gov/camping

GRACEMONT

IDABEL

No Mercy Hunting Services nomercyhunting.com

Idabel Inn & Suites idabelinn.com

GROVE

INOLA

Blue Bluff Harbor Resort bluebluffharbor.com

Moore’s Flying M Ranch mooresflyingm.com

Eagles Landing Resort eaglesresortok.com

JAY Serenity Point Resort & Marina serenitypointresort.com

JENKS

Groveport Resort groveportresortok.com

The Victorian Lady Bed & Breakfast thevictorian-lady.com

Honey Creek Area at Grand Lake State Park travelok.com/honeycreek

JET

Lee’s Grand Lake Resort leesresort.com

KAW CITY

GUTHRIE Atomic Loft atomicloft.com Cottages at Willow Pond cottagesatwillowpond.com

Salt Plains State Park travelok.com/saltplains The Scrappin’ Pad scrappinpad.com

KELLYVILLE Heyburn Park Campground recreation.gov/camping

KENTON

Dominion House Boutique Hotel dominionhouseguthrie.com

Black Mesa Bed & Breakfast bmbb1.com

Prairie City Lodge prairiecitylodge.weebly.com

Black Mesa State Park travelok.com/blackmesa

Suite Bettie Jean Bed & Breakfast guthrieretreat.com

Hitching Post Lodging & Ranch hitchingpostlodging.com

GUYMON

Hoot Owl Ranch hootowlguestranch.com

Panhandle Campground Hwy 64 & 412 The Willows Inn Bed & Breakfast thewillowsinn.net

HEAVENER Green Country Inn greencountryinnofheavener.com

HENNESSEY Sawmill Rentals sawmillinnok.com

HINTON Red Rock Canyon Adventure Park redrockcanyonadventurepark.com

Wichita Mod Lodge wichitamodlodge.com

Cherokee Area at Grand Lake State Park travelok.com/cherokee

HUGO

GORE

Grand Lake Casino Lodge grandlakecasino.com

LANGLEY

Thousand Oaks Resort thousandoaksresort.com

Buffalo Trails Cabins & Petting Zoo buffalotrailscabins.com

Fin & Feather Resort finandfeatherresort.com

Medicine Creek Lodging medicinecreeklodging.com

The Sycamore Glampground greenerthings.us

Freedom Cabins & RV Park freedom-cabins.com Blue Doors at Tenkiller bluedoorsattenkiller.com

The Harbor Inn Bed & Breakfast harbor-inn.net

Mesa Valley Guesthouse mesavalleyguesthouse.com

KETCHUM Copperwood Lodge copperwoodlodge.com Pine Lodge Resort pinelodgeresort.com

KINGFISHER Cattlemen’s Inn cattlemensinn.com

KINGSTON

HOCHATOWN

Alberta Creek Resort & Marina albertacreek.com

Whisperwind Cabin whisperwindcabin.com

Cabin Fever Adventures cabinfeveradventures.net

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Woodbine Cottage medicinecreeklodging.com

MEERS Scenic Ridge Cabin scenicridgecabin.com

Ballard’s by the Lake Bed & Breakfast ballardsbythelake.com

MIAMI

LAVERNE

Spring River Fishing Cabins grandlakevacationproperties.com

Country Inn of Laverne countryinnoflaverne.com

LAWTON AdventureBorn Glampgrounds adventurebornglamping.com Apache Casino Hotel Lawton Fort Sill apachecasinohotel.com Granite Pointe RV Park granitepointervresort.com

LOCUST GROVE Sycamore Springs Ranch sycamorespringsranch.net

LUTHER Angel Resort angelswayranch.com

MADILL Bridgeview Marina & Resort bridgeviewmarinaandresort.com Little Glasses Resort & Marina littleglasses.com Texoma Shores Resort texomashoresrvpark.com

MANNFORD Keystone Harbor keystoneharbor.com Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park at Keystone Lake keystonelakejp.com

MARIETTA The Cabins at Lake Murray cabinsatlakemurray.com

MARLAND Red Rock Ranch redrockranchok.com

MAUD The Back 40 Retreat youroklahomagetaway.com

MCALESTER Hiway Inn & Suites hiwayinnsuitesmcalester.com

MEAD Johnson Creek Campground recreation.gov/camping Lake Texoma Lodge & Resort laketexomalodge.com Lakeside Campground recreation.gov/camping Newberry Creek Resort & Marina newberrycreek.com

MEDICINE PARK Birdhouse Cottages medicineparkproperties.com

Buffalo Run Hotel buffalorun.com

Star Hotels Miami starhotelsmiami.com

MIDWEST CITY Delta Hotels marriott.com Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham hawthorn.com

MILBURN Camp Simpson arbucklebsa.org/camping

MONKEY ISLAND Shangri-La Golf Club, Resort & Marina shangrilaok.com Tera Miranda Harbor & Resort teramiranda.com

MOORELAND Western Cedar Hunting Preserve huntinoklahoma.com

MORRISON Red Dirt RV Park reddirtrv.com

MOUNDS OK40 Ranch ok40ranch.com

MOYERS K River Campground kriver.com

MUSE Billy Creek Cabins billycreekcabins.com Billy Creek Recreation Area fs.usda.gov/recarea/ouachita

MUSKOGEE Knights Inn Muskogee redlion.com

NEWCASTLE A-AAA Adult RV Park a-aaarvpark.com

NEWKIRK 7 Clans First Council Casino sevenclans.com

NORMAN Casa Bella Bed & Breakfast casabellabedandbreakfast.com Holmberg House Bed & Breakfast holmberghouse.com Lake Thunderbird State Park travelok.com/thunderbirdsp Noun Hotel nounhotel.com

Riverwind Hotel riverwind.com The Manor Bed & Breakfast themanorbb.com Whispering Pines Bed & Breakfast thewhisperingpinesinn.com

NOWATA Double Creek Cove Campground nowataok.gov

OCTAVIA Little Eagle Creek Cabin littleeaglecreekcabin.com

OKEENE

• Big Rig Sites • 30/50 Amps • Long, Shaded Pull-Thrus • Cable TV • Laundry • LP • Open Year Round • Handicap Restrooms • Storm Shelter I-40 at Exit 142 8108 SW 8th St. OKC, OK 74128

Broadway Guest House Oak & Broadway

OKLAHOMA CITY Ambassador Hotel couryhospitality.com Bradford House bradfordhouseokc.com Classen Inn classeninn.com Colcord Hotel colcordhotel.com

PETS E WELCOM

The Ellison Hotel ellisonhotel.com The National Hotel thenationalokc.com The Skirvin Hilton skirvinhilton.com

OKMULGEE Rocky Ridge Resort rockyridgeok.com

OOLOGAH Hawthorn Bluff Campground recreation.gov/camping

PARK HILL Barnacle Bills Resort & Marina barnaclesmarina.com Cherokee Landing State Park travelok.com/cherokeelanding Pettit Bay Campground recreation.gov/camping

PAULS VALLEY Economy Inn Express economyinnexpresspaulsvalley.us

PAWHUSKA Historic Whiting Hotel Suites historicwhiting.com Osage Hills State Park travelok.com/osagehills Pawhuska Bed & Bath pawhuskabbedandbath.com The Boarding House pwboardinghouse.com The Wah-Zha-Zhi House wahzhazhihouse.com

PAWNEE P-H Farms Boar Hunting Ranch oklahomaboarhunters.com

PERKINS Deer Time Ranch deertimeranch.com

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PERRY Sooners Corner RV Park oncueexpress.com

PLATTER Platter Flats Campground recreation.gov/camping

POCOLA Choctaw Casino Hotel choctawcasinos.com

PONCA CITY Area campgrounds recreation.gov/camping Osage Casino Hotel osagecasinos.com Wentz Camp & Pool poncacityok.gov

PORUM Area campgrounds recreation.gov/camping Bixby Cove Cabins bixbycovecabins.holidayfuture.com Painted by Mario Watanabe, Japan

Duchess Creek Marina lakeeufaula.com Porum Landing Campground recreation.gov/camping

POTEAU Painting Classes • Tours • Free Admission 2700 N. Portland Ave. • Oklahoma City, OK 405•521•1234 • wocporg@sbcglobal.net • www.wocp.org

Long Lake Resort longlakeresort.com

PRYOR Moore Farms moorefarms.net

QUAPAW Downstream Casino Resort downstreamcasino.com

RAMONA Jarrett Farm Resort jarrettfarmresort.com

RATTAN Crescent Moon Lodge & Retreat Center crescentmoonlodge.com

RINGLING Allie B Country Getaway alliebcountrygetaway.com Mudcreek Outfitters mudcreekoutfitters.net

RINGOLD Ringold Cabin Rentals ringoldcabins.com

RIPLEY Country Horizon RV Park countryhorizonrvpark.com

ROLAND Cherokee Casino & Hotel Roland cherokeecasino.com

ROSSTON T L Guided Hunts tlguidedhunts.com

SALINA Chimney Rock Hollow Cabins chimneyrockhollow.com

SALLISAW Short Mountain Cove Campground recreation.gov/camping

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SAND SPRINGS Keystone State Park travelok.com/keystone

Camp Oklahoma

Meadow Lake Ranch meadowlakeranch.com Washington Irving South Campground recreation.gov/camping

SAPULPA Tee Pee Drive-In teepeedrivein.com

SAWYER Shady Oaks RV, Cabins & Guest House shadyoakspark.com Virgil Point Campground recreation.gov/camping

SAYRE Bobcat Creek RV Park bobcatcreekrvpark.com Sayre RV & City Park sayreok.net

SHAWNEE Country Hollow Campgrounds countryhollow.net Grand Casino Hotel & Resort grandresortok.com Heart of Oklahoma Expo Center shawneeexpo.org Rolling Stone Stables & RV Park rollingstonestables.com Shawnee RV Park shawneervpark.com

SKIATOOK

Cabin RV Park 437407 E 320 Rd • Big Cabin (877) 222-4601 • cabindiesel@junction.com 80 pull-thru spots, 30/50 amp, W/S disposal, propane, Wifi Cedar Valley RV Park 725 Masters Dr • Guthrie (405) 282-4478 • CedarValleyRVPark.com 91 concrete pull-thru sites, Big-rig friendly, Wifi, showers, restrooms, small pets OK Council Road RV Park 8108 SW 89th St • Oklahoma City (866) 589-2103 • CouncilRdRVPark.com Pull-thru sites, 30/50 amp, Big-rig sites, Wifi, laundry, storm shelter, pets welcome Marval Camping Resort (918) 489-2295 • Gore info@marvalresort.com • MarvalResort.com 250 sites, 50 amp, cabins/tents, pool, laundry, grocery, modem, RV supplies Mingo RV Park, Inc. 801 N Mingo Rd • Tulsa (918) 832-8824 • MingoPark.com Full-hook ups, 50 amp, Wifi, tents, playground, laundry, propane, modem Monkey Island RV Resort & Cabins 56140 E 280 Rd • Afton (918) 257-6400 • MonkeyIslandRV.com RV sites, 30/50 amp, concrete roads, convenience store, private showers

Mustang Run RV Park 11528 W I-40 Service Rd • Oklahoma City (405) 577-6040 • Mustang RunRVPark.com Wide concrete pads, storm shelters, Wifi, cable, clubhouse

Twin Fountains RV Park 2727 NE 63rd St • Oklahoma City (866) 693-1496 • TwinFountainsRVPark.com 294 level pads, 50 amp, paved roads, Wifi, playground, grocery, laundry

Roadrunner RV Park 4740 S I-35 Service Rd • Oklahoma City (405) 677-2373 • RoadrunnerRVParkOKC.com Level paved sites, 50 amp, Wifi, playground, laundry, pavilion, cable TV

Yogi Bear Jellystone Park at Lake Eufaula 610 Lakeshore Dr • Eufaula (918) 689-9644 • JellystoneOK.com Campground essentials, extra amenities, steps away from the lake

Rockwell RV Park 720 S Rockwell • Oklahoma City (888) 684-3251 • RockwellRVPark.com 170 pull-thru sites, 50 amp, tents, pool, Wifi, laundry, modem, rec room

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Area campgrounds recreation.gov/camping Crystal Bay Marina & Resort crystalbaymarina.com Osage Casino Hotel osagecasinos.com Osage Hills Retreat osagehillsretreat.com Stoney Ridge Campground srcamp.com

SMITHVILLE A to Z Guest Ranch atozguestranch.com Kiamichi Mountain Villa kiamichimountainvilla.com Walkabout Ridge Cabins walkaboutridgeok.com Wild Boar Ridge Hunting Ranch wildboarridge.com

SPARKS Sparks America Campground sparksamericacampgrounds.com

SPAVINAW Flying J Ranch & Hunt Club flyingjranchok.com Spavinaw Area at Grand Lake State Park travelok.com/spavinaw

SPERRY CrossTimbers Marina Cottages crosstimbersmarina.com The Lodge at Bridal Creek bridlecreekok.com

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STIGLER Brooken Cove Campground recreation.gov/camping Calico Heights calicoheightseufaula.com Evergreen Marina evergreenmarina.com Gentry Creek Campground recreation.gov/camping

STILLWATER Atherton Hotel at OSU athertonhotelatosu.com Cedar Crest RV Park cedarcrestrvpark.com Cottonwood Inn Bed & Breakfast mycottonwoodinn.com Hidden Meadows Bed & Breakfast hiddenmeadowsbnb.com

STILWELL Regency Inn & Suites regencyinnstilwell.com

STONEWELL Dos Equis Ranch xxranch.com Shiloh Ranch Hunting Camp bowhunthogs.com Wildcat Springs Ranch wildcatspringsranch.com

STRATFORD All About U Ranch & Outfitters allabouturanch.com

STROUD Cattle Country Lodge cattlecountrylodge.com

STUART Wakefield Country Inn & Winery wakefieldcountryinn.com

SULPHUR Antler Ridge Cabins antlerridgecabins.com Arbuckle RV Resort arbucklervresort.com Area campgrounds nps.gov/chic Aspen Cabins aspencabinsok.com Cedar Creek Cabins cedarcreekcabinsok.com Chickasaw Retreat & Conference Center chickasawretreat.com Echo Canyon Spa Resort echocanyonmanor.com

TAHLEQUAH Arrowhead Resort arrowheadresortok.com Peyton’s Place peytonsplace.com Purdy Cabin Guest Retreat purdycabin.com

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Spring Street Hideaway springstreethideaway.com War Eagle Resort wareagleresort.com

TALALA For My Love Crafting Retreat formylovecraftingretreat.com

TALHINA Horse Heaven Ranch Resort horseheavenranchresort.com Talihina RV Park talihinarvpark.com Talimena State Park travelok.com/talimena The Bungalow thebungalow-talihina.com

TEMPLE Redneck Riviera Resort & Ranch redneckrivieraresortranch.com

Pondside Cabins & RV Park pondsidecabins.com Turkey Creek Campground recreation.gov/camping

VIAN Carefree Tenkiller Cabins Lake Tenkiller

WEBBERS FALLS Webbers Falls City Park webbersfallsok.com

WELLING Caney Ridge Marina & Grill caneyridgemarina.com

WELLSTON

Dantzyn RV Park dantzynrvpark.com

Red’s Rockin RV Park & More redsrockinrvpark.com

Sundown Cabin Rentals sundowncabin.com

WEST SILOAM SPRINGS

Tenkiller State Park travelok.com/tenkiller

VINITA

Cherokee Casino & Hotel cherokeecasino.com

WHITESBORO Big Cedar Wilderness Cabins bigcedarwildernesscabins.com

TEXHOMA

Crooked Creek RV Park crookedcreekrvgrandlake.com

Home Town Inn hometowninntexhoma.us

Park Hills Motel & RV Park parkhillsmotelrvpark.com

THACKERVILLE

The Park on Whiskey Road RV Park WISTER parkonwhiskey.com Lake Wister State Park Water’s Edge RV & Cabin Resort travelok.com/lakewisterstatepark watersedgerv.com

Inn at Winstar winstarworldcasino.com Red River Ranch RV Resort redriverranchrvresort.org WinStar World Casino Hotel & RV Park winstarworldcasino.com

TISHOMINGO Blue Acres Ranch blueacresranch.com Cedar & Stone Bed and Breakfast cedarandstonebb.com Rock Creek RV Park rockcreekrvpark.com

TONKAWA Tonkawa Hotel & Casino tonkawacasinos.com

TULSA Harwelden Mansion harweldenmansion.com Margaritaville at River Spirit Casino riverspirittulsa.com Osage Casino Hotel osagecasino.com PostOak Lodge & Retreat postoaklodge.com Renaissance renaissancetulsa.com River Spirit Casino Resort riverspirittulsa.com The Campbell Hotel thecampbellhotel.com The Mayo Hotel themayohotel.com

TUSKAHOMA Sardis Lake Cabins sardiscabins.com

TUTTLE Tiger Safari Lodging tigersafarizoo.com

VALLIANT Campgrounds recreation.gov/camping

WAGONER Blue Bill Point Campground recreation.gov/camping Indian Lodge indianlodge.net Pelican Point Marina pelicanpoints.com Rocky Point & Taylor Ferry Campground recreation.gov/camping The Canebrake canebrake.net

WATONGA Chaparral Retreat & Guesthouse chaparralbb.com Noble House Bed & Breakfast watongalodging.com Roman Nose State Park travelok.com/romannose Watonga Motel & RV Park watongalodging.com

WATSON Rivers Edge Cottages riversedgecottages.com Riverside Retreat riversidegetaways.com

WAURIKA Chisholm Trail Ridge Campground recreation.gov/camping Kiowa Park Campground recreation.gov/camping

WAYNOKA Access Properties accesspropertiesllc.com Deuces Wild Campground deuceswildcamp.com Little Sahara State Park travelok.com/littlesahara Waynoka Lil’ Lodges waynokalodges.com

WEATHERFORD Wanderlust Crossings RV Park wanderlustcrossings.com

WILBURTON Robbers Cave Lodge & Park Office travelok.com/robberscave

WOODWARD

Cottonwood RV Park cottonwoodrvestates.com Hang’Em High RV Park hangemhighwashandrv.com Loft on Main woodwardloft.com

WRIGHT CITY Last Wild River Resort lastwildriverresort.com

WYANDOTTE Indigo Sky Casino & Hotel indigoskycasino.com River Bend Casino & Hotel riverbendcasino.com

WYNNEWOOD StoneWood Ranch TheStoneWood.com

YUKON avid hotel ihg.com

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A Ada.................. 7, 66, 70, 141, 166 Adair.............................. 141, 166 Afton.............................. 141, 166 Aline............................... 98, 141 Allen.............................. 141, 166 Altus.... 7, 80, 85, 90, 137, 141, 166 Alva.........................7, 96, 98, 141 Ames.................................... 141 Anadarko............. 80, 85, 90, 141 Antlers................ 52, 57, 141, 166 Apache................................. 141 Arcadia...............36, 107, 110, 141 Ardmore....... 7, 66, 71, 72, 73, 74, 117, 132, 134, 141, 166 Arnett............................. 141, 166 Atoka........ 52, 56, 57, 61, 62, 137, 141, 166 B Barnsdall.............................. 141 Bartlesville........ 7, 22, 25, 26, 32, 137, 141, 166 Battiest......................... 142, 166 Beaver...................... 94, 99, 142 Beaver River........................ 104 Beggs........................... 142, 166 Bernice...................137, 142, 166 Bethany............................... 142 Big Cabin...................... 142, 166 Billings................................. 142 Binger.................................. 142 Bixby............................. 142, 166 Blackwell..........................8, 142 Blair..................................... 142 Blanchard..................... 142, 166 Boise City........... 6, 101, 137, 142, 166, 194 Bokchito.............................. 142 Boley.................................... 142 Boswell................................ 166 Braggs.........31, 131, 137, 142, 166 Braman................................ 142 Bristow ......................... 142, 166 Broken Arrow.......7, 22, 142, 166 Broken Bow......7, 52, 54, 55, 56, 61, 124, 131, 133, 137, 142, 166 Buffalo.......................... 143, 166 Burlington............................ 143 Burneyville.................... 143, 166 Burns Flat............................ 143 Butler................................... 143 C Cache........................... 143, 166 Caddo........................... 143, 166 Calera.................................. 143 Canadian.... 61, 134, 137, 143, 166 Canton................... 104, 143, 166 Carlton Landing................... 166 Carnegie.........................90, 143 Cartwright........................... 166 Castle.................................. 166 Catoosa................. 108, 143, 166 Cement................................ 143 Chandler........... 36, 110, 143, 166 Chaouteau........................... 166 Checotah........... 31, 137, 143, 166 Chelsea................................ 143 Cherokee........................94, 143 Cheyenne................80, 143, 166 Chickasha................36, 143, 166 Choctaw.............................. 143 Chouteau............................. 143 Claremore....22, 27, 106, 108, 110, 114, 143, 166 Clayton......... 52, 60, 61, 135, 137, 143, 166 Clearview............................. 143 Cleo Springs........................ 166 Cleveland...................... 143, 166 Clinton....... 7, 80, 86, 90, 112, 113, 137, 143 Coalgate.........................66, 143 Cogar................................... 166 Colbert..............................8, 167 Colcord......................28, 31, 143 Collinsville........................... 144 Colony...........................144, 167

Comanche........................... 144 Commerce........................... 144 Concho..........................144, 167 Cookson........................144, 167 Cooper................................. 104 Copan............................144, 167 Cordell............... 80, 83, 144, 167 Council Hill...........................167 Covington............................ 144 Coweta................................ 144 Coyle.....................................39 Crescent.............................. 144 Crowder................................167 Cushing............................... 144 Cyril..................................... 144 D Davenport............................ 144 Davis...65, 70, 71, 72, 76, 144, 167 Del City...........................36, 144 Devol.............................144, 167 Dewey................................. 144 Disney..................... 137, 144, 167 Drummond Flats.................. 104 Drumright............................ 144 Duncan.............. 80, 84, 144, 167 Durant.............7, 52, 56, 66, 138, 144, 167 Durham............................... 144 E Edmond...............36, 42, 45, 48, 144, 167 Eldorado...............................167 Elgin................................83, 146 Elk City........ 7, 80, 84, 85, 87, 90, 112, 146, 167 Elmore City..............66, 146, 167 El Reno......7, 14, 48, 112, 146, 167 Enid....... 7, 11, 94, 97, 98, 146, 167 Erick...........................8, 146, 167 Eucha............................146, 167 Eufaula...........................146, 167 F Fairfax............................146, 167 Fairland............ 130, 137, 146, 167 Fairview....... 93, 94, 137, 146, 167 Fay ...................................... 146 Fitzhugh........................146, 167 Fort Cobb.......... 88, 89, 132, 137, 146, 167 Fort Gibson...................146, 167 Fort Sill...........................80, 146 Fort Supply............ 104, 146, 167 Fort Towson........61, 62, 146, 167 Foss...... 88, 89, 113, 133, 146, 167 Foyil.............................. 108, 146 Frederick.................80, 146, 168 Freedom.......... 103, 137, 146, 168 G Gage.................................... 146 Garvin.................................. 148 Gate..................................... 148 Geary................................... 148 Gene Autry.......................... 148 Glenpool.............................. 148 Goldsby............................... 148 Goodwell............................. 148 Gore........................137, 148, 168 Gotebo................................. 148 Gracemont.................... 148, 168 Granite................................. 148 Grant................................... 148 Grove................ 30, 137, 148, 168 Guthrie............7, 36, 42, 148, 168 Guymon............... 6, 97, 148, 168 H Hammon.............................. 148 Hardesty.............................. 148 Harrah................................. 148 Hartshorne.......................... 148 Haskell................................. 148 Hastings.............................. 148 Healdton.........................66, 148 Heavener.................52, 148, 168 Hennessey...............94, 148, 168 Henryetta............................. 148 Hinton................36, 82, 148, 168

Hitchcock............................ 148 Hobart...................... 80, 90, 148 Hochatown......... 54, 55, 56, 168 Hodgen....................52, 148, 168 Holdenville.................... 150, 168 Hollis...............................80, 150 Hominy................................ 150 Howe................................... 150 Hugo...... 52, 58, 62, 137, 150, 168 Hulbert........ 30, 31, 121, 126, 135, 150, 168 Hydro....................... 80, 112, 150 I Idabel......52, 56, 59, 62, 150, 168 Indiahoma................... 11, 79, 87 Inola.............................. 150, 168 J Jay............................22, 150, 168 Jenks............. 22, 25, 27, 150, 168 Jennings.............................. 150 Jet......102, 103, 104, 137, 150, 168 Jones................................... 150 K Kaw City....................... 150, 168 Kellyville....................... 150, 168 Kenton..............99, 103, 150, 168 Ketchum....................... 150, 168 Kiefer................................... 150 Kingfisher.......... 36, 94, 150, 168 Kingston...... 68, 74, 137, 150, 168 Kiowa................................... 150 Konawa................................ 150 Krebs........................ 52, 59, 150 L Lamar.................................. 150 Langley...............31, 137, 151, 168 Langston....................... 151, 168 Laverne.......................... 151, 168 Lawton.7, 80, 84, 85, 90, 151, 168 Leedey.................................. 151 Lexington.............................. 151 Lindsay................................. 151 Locust Grove................. 151, 168 Lone Wolf........ 3, 19, 89, 124, 151 Longdale.............................. 151 Luther............................ 151, 168 M Macomb............................... 151 Madill....................... 66, 151, 168 Mangum......................... 80, 151 Mannford.................137, 151, 168 Marietta................... 66, 151, 168 Marland......................... 151, 168 Marlow................................. 151 Maud............................. 151, 168 Maysville............................... 151 McAlester...............7, 52, 57, 137, 151, 168 McLoud................................ 151 Mead............................. 151, 168 Medford.......................... 94, 151 Medicine Park............83, 86, 90, 151, 168 Meeker................................ 152 Meers.................................. 168 Miami... 7, 8, 22, 32, 108, 152, 168 Midwest City........8, 36, 152, 168 Milburn....................76, 152, 168 Mill Creek............................ 152 Minco................................... 152 Monkey Island.........26, 152, 168 Moore.............................36, 152 Mooreland.................... 152, 168 Morrison.............................. 168 Mounds............................... 168 Mountain Park......... 89, 129, 152 Moyers................................. 168 Muldrow.............................. 152 Muse............................. 152, 168 Muskogee.... 22, 25, 32, 152, 168 Mustang.........................36, 152 N Newcastle................39, 152, 168 Newkirk...................94, 152, 168 Noble..............................48, 152

Norman...... 7, 35, 36, 42, 43, 46, 48, 137, 152, 168 Nowata....................22, 154, 168 O Octavia......................... 154, 168 Okarche............................... 154 Okay.................................... 154 Okeene................................ 169 Okemah..........................36, 154 Oklahoma City.......... 7, 8, 14, 35, .36, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 48, 111, 154, 169 Okmulgee............. 7, 14, 156, 169 Oktaha................................. 156 Oologah........................ 156, 169 Optima.......................... 104, 148 Osage.................................. 156 Overbrook............................ 156 Owasso................................ 156 P Packsaddle.......................... 104 Paoli..................................... 156 Park Hill................... 31, 156, 169 Pauls Valley.............7, 66, 70, 71, 156, 169 Pawhuska ........13, 14, 22, 26, 31, 126, 136, 156, 169 Pawnee.................... 22, 157, 169 Peoria...................................157 Perkins........................... 157, 169 Perry............. 36, 94, 98, 157, 170 Piedmont............................. 158 Platter.................................. 169 Pocasset.............................. 158 Pocola........................... 158, 169 Ponca City.... 94, 97, 98, 158, 170 Pontotoc.............................. 158 Porter..............................22, 158 Porum.................................. 170 Poteau......... 52, 56, 62, 158, 170 Prague............................36, 158 Pryor........................22, 158, 170 Purcell............................36, 158 Q Quapaw........................ 158, 170 R Ramona........................ 158, 170 Rattan........................... 158, 170 Red Rock............................. 158 Rentiesville.....................32, 158 Reydon................................ 158 Ringling........................ 158, 170 Ringold................................ 170 Ringwood............................ 158 Ripley............................ 158, 170 Rocky................................... 158 Roland.......................... 158, 170 Roosevelt............................. 158 Rose.................................... 158 Rosston........................ 158, 170 S Salina............................ 158, 170 Sallisaw............ 7, 8, 22, 158, 170 Sand Springs......31, 113, 158, 171 Sapulpa............. 22, 110, 158, 171 Sawyer........................... 159, 171 Sayre........................80, 159, 171 Scraper..................................29 Seminole......................... 12, 159 Sequoyah..................30, 31, 120 Shattuck....................... 100, 159 Shawnee.........7, 36, 139, 159, 171 Shidler................................. 160 Skiatook....................25, 160, 171 Smithville................. 52, 160, 171 South Coffeyville................. 160 Sparks........................... 160, 171 Spavinaw.................137, 160, 171 Spencer............................... 160 Sperry................................... 171 Spiro...............................62, 160 Springer............................... 160

Sterling................................ 160 Stigler......................52, 160, 172 Stillwater..... 7, 36, 39, 42, 43, 48, 160, 171 Stilwell.....................22, 160, 172 Stonewall............................. 160 Stonewell..............................172 Stratford..........................66, 172 Stringtown........................... 160 Stroud................36, 110, 160, 172 Stuart.............................160, 172 Sulphur......... 66, 73, 76, 160, 172 Sweetwater...........................161 Swink....................................161 T Tahlequah... 7, 22, 27, 29, 161, 172 Talala................................... 173 Talihina......... 7, 51, 52, 57, 58, 61, 137, 162, 172 Tecumseh............................ 162 Temple.....................83, 162, 173 Terlton.................................. 162 Texhoma.............................. 173 Texola................................... 162 Thackerville......... 8, 66, 162, 173 The Village........................... 162 Tishomingo........... 66, 69, 70, 71, 162, 173 Tonkawa..................94, 162, 173 Tribbey................................. 162 Tulsa....6, 7, 14, 21, 22, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 32, 108, 109, 113, 114, 138, 162, 173 Turpin................................... 164 Tuskahoma..............62, 164, 173 Tuttle........................36, 164, 173 V Valliant.......................... 164, 173 Verden................................. 164 Vian...................31, 128, 164, 173 Vinita..........22, 108, 113, 164, 173 W Wagoner.......22, 31, 137, 164, 173 Wakita.............................98, 164 Walters...........................80, 164 Wanette............................... 164 Warner................................. 164 Warr Acres........................... 164 Warwick......................... 110, 164 Washington ........................ 164 Watonga.......... 94, 103, 123, 125, 128, 137, 164, 173 Watson................................ 173 Watts................................... 164 Waukomis............................ 164 Waurika...................80, 164, 173 Waynoka......97, 99, 103, 122, 137, 164, 173 Weatherford........ 80, 84, 90, 112, 164, 173 Webbers Falls............... 164, 173 Weleetka.............................. 164 Welling.......................... 164, 173 Wellston.............48, 110, 164, 173 West Siloam Springs......28, 137, 164, 173 Wetumka............................. 164 Wewoka............................... 164 Whitesboro.......................... 173 Wilburton...... 52, 60, 61, 125, 127, 137, 139, 164, 173 Willis.................................... 164 Wilson.................................. 164 Wister.........61, 129, 136, 164, 173 Woodward..... 7, 97, 100, 101, 103, 123, 137, 164, 173 Wright City........................... 173 Wyandotte.....................165, 173 Wynnewood..................165, 173 Y Yale...................................... 165 Yukon.................36, 112, 165, 173

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A D V E RT I S E R I N D E X

AAA Route 66 Roadfest................... 53 American Banjo Museum...................159 An Affair of the Heart....167

Grand Casino Hotel & Resort........................ ............ Inside Front Cover

L Lake Eufaula Association............. 153

Chickasaw Cultural Center......................... 2 Chickasaw Nation ......... 77 Choctaw Nation ............ 49 The City of Stroud ......... 67 City of Vinita .................170 City of Yukon ................... 4 Council Road RV Park...169

OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark................ 140 OKC RV Association..... 171 Oklahoma City Museum of Art ........................ 174 Oklahoma City National Memorial Museum........ ..........Inside back cover

Explore Cherokee County ...................... 23

F First Americans Museum......................17 Frontier City .................. 161

Marland Estates ...........149 The Muskogee Nation........ ....................Back Cover

N National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum......16

Oklahoma Railway Museum ................... 161 Oklahoma State Parks....81 Oklahoma Today............. 63

Tulsa Zoo.......................176 Twin Fountains RV Park..................... 171

Visit Bartlesville.............145 Visit Broken Arrow........165 Visit Claremore ............. 115 Visit Duncan .................172 Visit Edmond ................155 Visit El Reno .................173 Visit Enid ........................ 95 Visit Shawnee ......... 37, 173 Visit Stillwater ...............157 Visit the Osage..............147 Visit Tulsa ..................... 105 VisitOKC ........................ 47

See Sapulpa .................. 33 Stockyards City Main Street...............157

Woodward Convention & Visitors Bureau ....165

Ponca City Tourism.......149 Porcelain Art Museum..170

R Riversport Foundation..163 Riverwind Casino........... 75 Roadrunner RV Park..... 171 Rockwell RV Park..........169 Routes: A Discover Oklahoma Production..... ........................................ 91

T Tour Tahlequah .............. 23

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Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Keystone Lake ....159