Oklahoma is a state located in the South Central region of the United States of America. With an estimated 3,617,316 residents in 2007 and a land area of 68,667 square miles, Oklahoma is the 28th most populous and 20th-largest state. The state's name is derived from the Choctaw words okla and humma, meaning "red people", and is known informally by its nickname, The Sooner State. Formed from the Indian Territory on November 16, 1907, Oklahoma was the 46th state to enter the union. Its residents are known as Oklahomans, and its capital and largest city is Oklahoma City.
In the state's largest urban areas, pockets of jazz culture flourish, and Native American, Mexican, and Asian enclaves produce music and art of their respective cultures. The Oklahoma Mozart Festival in Bartlesville is one of the largest classical music festivals in the southern United States, and Oklahoma City's Festival of the Arts has been named one of the top fine arts festivals in the nation. The Tulsa Ballet, one of the state's five major city ballet companies, is rated as one of the top ballet companies in the United States by the New York Times. The University of Oklahoma's dance program, formed by ballerina Yvonne Chouteau and husband Miguel Terekhov in 1962 was the first fully-accredited program of its kind in the United States. In Sand Springs, an outdoor amphitheater called "Discoveryland!" is the official performance headquarters for the musical Oklahoma! Historically, the state has produced musical styles such as The Tulsa Sound and Western Swing, which was popularized at Cain's Ballroom in Tulsa. The building, known as the "Carnegie Hall of Western Swing", served as the performance headquarters of Bob Wills and the Texas Playboys during the 1930s.
This lovely park is perfect for a family picnic or an overnight camping stay in charming Stilwell. View More Info. Alabaster Caverns State Park is truly a rare Oklahoma treasure. Enjoy a tour through the beautifully lighted cavern or create your own wildcaving adventure!
Member of the National Caves Association. View More Info. Arrowhead State Park is a great base for your adventures at one of Oklahoma's favorite lakes. Camp beside the lake, play a round of golf at Arrowhead Golf Course, or just relax in this beautiful setting. View More Info. Play in the sand hills of Beaver Dunes State Park! This northwest Oklahoma treasure is a perfect place for off-roading, hiking, camping, or just relaxing. View More Info. Towering timbers, crystal clear waters and mountainous terrain form what is affectionately referred to as Oklahoma's "Little Smokies." With a Riverbend area featuring acres of events and recreational programs, these parks are an outdoor lover's paradise. View More Info. Bernice State Park is a great place to enjoy beatutiful Grand Lake. Fish or boat all day and camp under the stars at night. Bernice State Park is an outdoor lover's dream. View More Info. Whether you are climbing nearby Black Mesa, following the fossil footprints of dinosaurs, hiking the petrified forest trail, or fishing in Lake Carl Etling, Black Mesa State Park is your gateway to this ruggedly beautiful part of Oklahoma. View More Info. Historic Boggy Depot State Park is a refreshing, restful place for campers to enjoy the beauty of southeastern Oklahoma. Soldiers, passengers on the Butterfield Stage Line, westward-bound pioneers, and wandering Native People all found solace here. Pause, during your visit, to reflect upon those who shaped the history of Oklahoma in this peaceful place. View More Info. Located in Red Carpet Country, this park is famous for its cool springs that gurgle up through the white sands of the North Canadian River. Combining stunning wooded beauty and a unique western heritage, Boiling Springs is an oasis on the plains. View More Info. Get away from it all and relax at Brushy Lake State Park! Camp under the stars, fish the lake, or explore this historic area of Oklahoma. View More Info. Nature lovers have a lot to love at Cherokee State Park. Whether you are camping, fishing, boating, or enjoying a round of golf at Grand Cherokee Golf Course, your visit to Cherokee State Park will be memorable! View More Info. Clayton Lake State Park is a wonderful place to spend a weekend or a week. Camp beside the lake or stay in one of the primitive cabins. View More Info. Owned and operated by Southwestern Oklahoma State University. Crowder Lake University Park offers 22 acres of park grounds and 158 lake acres. Crowder Lake has been designated a Trophy Bass Lake by the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation. View More Info. Dripping Springs State Park is the best place to enjoy one of the finest fishing lakes in Oklahoma. Trophy bass and world-class camping make Dripping Springs a fun, family getaway. View More Info. If you think western Oklahoma is dry, Fort Cobb Lake will change your mind. And the best way to enjoy it is at Fort Cobb State Park. Camp, fish, play a round of golf, or just relax in a western Oklahoma treasure. View More Info. Where the deer and the buffalo play! Foss State Park is a wildlife wonderland in western Oklahoma. Enjoy our resident herd of bison or take in some of western Oklahoma's best fishing and boating. View More Info. Sunrise over the Gloss Mountians is a remarkable experience. The shimmering gypsum flakes look like diamonds. At sunset, it happens all over again. Hike, picnic and enjoy one of Oklahoma geological wonders! View More Info. Relax in the shadow of the Wichita Mountains at Great Plains State Park! Camp on the lake shore, hike the nature trails, enjoy water sports, or explore the fascinating Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge. View More Info. Great Salt Plains State Park is your gateway to one of Oklahoma's most fascinating natural wonders. The Salt Plains are literally a sea of salt. They offer selenite crystal digging in season and outstanding bird watching all year long. View More Info. One of Oklahoma's most beautiful state parks, Greenleaf features a 900-acre, sparkling blue lake, cozy native stone cabins, and a peaceful atmosphere. Oklahoma's Family Fun Park is the perfect setting for a restful, memorable vacation or weekend getaway. View More Info. Ponder the mystery of the Heavener Runestone in the lush, beautiful valley that is the heart of Heavener Runestone State Park. The park is a perfect setting for a picnic or a hike, or to let your imagination roam. View More Info. Hochatown State Park wraps around the shore of crystal clear Broken Bow Lake. Camp lakeside, watch the sunrise over the lake from the balcony of your room at Lakeview Lodge, or enjoy a round of golf at Cedar Creek Golf Course. Hochatown State Park, a beautiful part of the Beavers Bend Resort Park experience! View More Info. Honey Creek State Park invites you to come and enjoy the wonderful recreational opportunities of Grand Lake and the attractions of nearby Grove. View More Info. Imagine waking up in your beautiful log cabin and enjoying breakfast on the deck, while you look out over the lake from your perch on a scenic bluff. It's waiting for you at Hugo Lake State Park. View More Info. Lake Keystone is the perfect place for great fishing (striper, walleye, bass and catfish), boating, water skiing and swimming. There's no better place to enjoy the lake than from beautiful Keystone State Park. Combined with the excitement of nearby Tulsa, it's an excellent way to spend the day on the water and the night on the town. View More Info. Lake Eufaula State Park is a true family getaway. From golf to boating, and from swimming to hiking, there is much to do at this beautiful park. Children will love the nature center's interactive displays and live critters. View More Info. Step back in time to a lakeside country inn nestled among the wooded hills of southern Oklahoma. Here, you'll find warm hospitality, charming turn-of-the-century decor and a wholesome family environment. View More Info. Everything is big about Lake Texoma. The lake sprawls into two states. It is the place to catch record-setting fish (catfish and small-mouth bass), plus a sprawling setting for golf, water sports, hiking and recreational activities for the entire family. View More Info. Lake Thunderbird State Park is so close to the city but so far away from the hustle and bustle. Camp at Lake Thunderbird State Park and enjoy the fishing, boating, hiking, and biking. Head for nearby Norman for all the excitement of this busy college town. View More Info. Set in the scenic Ouachita Mountains — amid a dramatic backdrop of dogwood, shortleaf pine and eastern red cedar trees — this park offers sporting enthusiasts some of the finest outdoor recreational opportunities in Oklahoma. Lake Wister State Park is a relaxing and refreshing forest getaway. View More Info. Experience the thrill of riding the dunes at Little Sahara State Park! This natural wonder is a favorite destination for off-roaders. View More Info. McGee Creek State Park is THE place to stay while you fish in one of Oklahoma's best trophy lakes. Whether you stay in one of our lake huts, bring the RV, or tent, you'll enjoy the beautiful scenery and the recreational opportunities at this southeastern Oklahoma gem. View More Info. Ever wonder "Where the Red Fern Grows"? See for yourself why this beautiful natural wonder was chosen as the setting for the delightful movie. Natural Falls State Park is perfect for a day, a weekend, or a week. View More Info. Okmulgee State Park, on beautiful Okmulgee Lake, is a wonderful place for your family outing. Fish, hike or bring your mountain bike, and enjoy the great Oklahoma outdoors. View More Info. You can almost hear echoes of the Native past through the trees. Nestled in lush rolling hills, this area was once an Osage Indian settlement. When you've settled down in the comfort of your quiet, private cabin, you'll feel as if you've truly gotten away from it all. Osage Hills State Park is the gateway to Oklahoma's Tallgrass Prairie. View More Info. Quartz Mountain Resort is operated by Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education. Enjoy the stark beauty of the Quartz Mountains, camp under the stars, or enjoy the artwork and the lovely rooms at the lodge! View More Info. Camp beside the lake or relax in one of cozy cabins. Raymond Gary State Park is a great place to unwind and explore the beauty of southeastern Oklahoma. View More Info. Red Rock Canyon was once a stop on the famous California Road Trail. Now visitors can enjoy this beautiful western Oklahoma oasis without bringing the Conestoga wagon. Red Rock Canyon State Park is a great place to hike, climb, or explore. Bring the family or bring the whole wagon train! View More Info. Once a winter campground of the Cheyenne tribe, this area now is a scenic retreat set on a canyon bluff that over-looks ancient mesas. Towering cedar, buffalo grass and wild blue sage add to the beauty of this legendary setting, and to the enjoyment of the many recreational activities. View More Info. Relax on the shore of beautiful Fort Gibson Lake. Sequoyah Bay State Park offers a peaceful getaway from which to enjoy one of Oklahoma's fine fishing and boating lakes. View More Info. Get close to nature at Spavinaw State Park! Families can camp under the stars and enjoy the fishing, hiking, and recreational opportunities on Spavinaw Lake. View More Info. Use Talimena State Park as the base for your hiking, biking or ATV adventure in the beautiful Ouachita National Forest. View More Info. There are many reasons why we call Tenkiller State Park, "Heaven in the Hills". Located on the shore of scenic Lake Tenkiller, this park is an outdoor recreation wonderland. The magnificent limestone cliffs, crystal clear water and abundant water sports, including an underwater scuba park, make this one of Oklahoma's favorites. View More Info. Twin Bridges State Park offers fabulous fishing in a beautiful country setting. Whether you stay in a lake hut or camp under the stars, you'll find plenty of reasons to love this park. View More Info. Wah-Sha-She State ParkNestled deep in the heart of the Osage Nation, Wah-Sha-She means "The Water People" in the Osage language. Water people will find plenty to love about Wah-Sha-She State Park. Boating and fishing are popular pastimes on Hulah Lake. View More Info. On a peninsula in the rolling foothills of Sequoyah State Park, this rustic Guest Ranch is a great western getaway. A flexible setting for families, reunions or conventioneers, visitors can count on finding all kinds of fun – from fishing, golf and tennis to horseback riding and two-steppin'. View More Info.
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