Ringling, OK

Ringling is located in Jefferson County about 30 miles from Ardmore and has connections with the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus! 

Full of small-town charm, Ringling is also home to one of the tastiest BBQ joints in Oklahoma, Mud Creek BBQ & Chili Company, featured in the Flavors of Chickasaw Country video series.

What to Do

Discover a hidden hunting paradise deep at Mudcreek Outfitters This hunting outfitter specializes in hog, turkey and deer hunts. Whether your specialty is archery, black powder, or rifle, or you just enjoy watching wildlife, Mudcreek offers the perfect place for any outdoorsman.

For a shopping venture, visit 5th and Main. With stylish vintage decor, they offer fashionable clothes at affordable prices along with their salon offering facials, nails and massages! Take a peak at their purses, branded apparel, comfy beanies, and jewelry. Find treasures inside The Raintree. This local shop is filled with everything from beautiful green and blooming plants to goodies for the whole family.

Where to Eat

Enjoy Mouth-watering BBQ at Mud Creek BBQ and Chili Company. This restaurant slowly cooks their meats the old-fashioned way using only pecan wood and a lot of TLC. Husband and wife duo, Bill and Pat Ritter, have made this venue a destination for travelers from near and far, and boast conversations with visitors lost on their journey or who have sought out sensational barbecue.