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The Lookout Kitchen is a casual dining experience overlooking beautiful Lake Murray in Ardmore, Oklahoma . Open seven days a week and serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, The Lookout Kitchen has a varied menu of appetizers, entrees and desserts, including favorites like breakfast burritos, biscuits and gravy, wings, pizza, salads, sandwiches, burgers, steaks and more. The restaurant features made…

The Kiki Hut is paradise on Earth and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner in Ada, Oklahoma . Indulge in their healthy & flavorful menu items like the açaí bowls, poke bowls, wedge salads and more! The drink selection offers fruity drinks reminiscent of the seaside, flavorful milk tea options and a selection of smoothies. Stop for a delicious breakfast of waffles, avocado toast or bagels to get…

Once a small cow town in south-central Oklahoma, Duncan has expanded into a vibrant destination while preserving their Western roots. Set on the legendary Chisholm Trail, Duncan offers visitors the unique opportunity to see what life was like back in the day for the early cowboys and oilmen.  Conveniently surrounded by major roadways including State Highway 7, Interstate 35 and U.S. Highway 81,…, What to Do , For history fanatics looking for an exciting and educational journey back in time, Duncan is home to an array of historical museums, such as the Rock Island 905 Museum , the Stephens County Historical Museum  or the state-of-the-art Chisholm Trail Heritage Center . Trek over to the W. T. Foreman Prairie Style House . It's on the National Register of Historic Places and is considered one of the…, Where to Eat , Eat where the locals eat in Duncan with several dining options like Aces Sports Grill located inside the Chisholm Trail Casino. Billy Sims BBQ , owned and named after the 1978 Heisman winner and former professional football player, serves award-winning smoked barbecue! And those are just a couple of the delectable eateries in Duncan., Where to Stay , Complete your stay with an elegant lodging experience at one of the private cottages nestled in the outdoor gardens of the Lindley House Garden Cottages , Duncan’s most treasured English Country style Bed and Breakfast., The History , The classic, old western town of Duncan, Oklahoma, is akin to a trail mix of rolling prairies, historic architecture, colorful crape myrtle trees and southern hospitality. Prior to Duncan’s existence, the legendary Chisholm Trail passed through the land, where American cowboys once herded around ten million longhorn cattle between the Texas and Kansas borders. With the planned construction of the…

If there's one place perfect to cut loose and kick off your Sunday shoes, it's Elmore City. The town's history inspired the 1984 movie "Footloose" when a high school class successfully debated permission to have a city-ordained dance ban lifted. The entire community celebrates this success annually at the Footloose Festival !, What to Do , First State Bank Museum is a historical banking building dating back to the early 1900s. The building is constructed of hand-molded sand blocks from a nearby creek. This incredible bank was named the very first state bank charter established at statehood. Now visitors can take a look at historical memorabilia in the First State Bank Museum, which opened as a historical museum in 1996. The museum…, Where to Stay , For accommodations, stay at  Flyin D Ranch located within the Arbuckle Mountain Region on 440 acres. This beautiful land has two cabins starting at $125 a night. Surrounding the cabins are walking trails, cattle, horses, goats and much more.  

Driving south on I-35, the town of Goldsby is the first taste of Chickasaw Country that a traveler gets. The open farmland is a contrast to the world-class entertainment and high-fashion party venues right around the corner., What to Do, From the small-town atmosphere and wide open spaces, you might not guess that one of the most glamorous wedding and event venues in all of Chickasaw Country is located in Goldsby- Southwind Hills. The rustic, barn house-chic venue is set on 80 acres in the open area south of Riverwind Casino. Although close to I-35, Southwind Hills truly feels like a million miles away, and is the perfect setting…, Where to Eat, After a day of play at Riverwind Casino or Goldsby Gaming , or just when you find yourself roaming down I-35, be sure to stop at Libby’s Café. You’ll feel right at home when you step in, whether you’re looking for a quiet family dinner that can be eaten in the downstairs dining area, or if you want to want to watch the big game or listen to live music on the upstairs patio. , History , The history of Goldsby is relatively short and deeply entwined with neighboring towns such as Washington and Norman. The town was incorporated in 1962, and has never actually had its own post office, always sharing with Washington. The Davis Jay Perry Airport was originally built by the US Navy in 1943 to work in tandem for the war effort with what is now the Norman Regional Airport. Today it is…

Hennepin may be small but it is grand in history. The town named after Father Louis Hennepin, a member of LaSalle's Louisiana Expedition, still stands strong with small town charm and big eats at Grannies and Pops. This old-fashioned, family-operated restaurant with outstanding customer service and small town charm serves breakfast and lunch with daily specials. And you bet - it's just like…, History , It may be small, but that is just how the locals like it. Hennepin, Oklahoma is home to roughly 115 people who love their small, hard-working community and the peaceful lifestyle the country location provides. One would need to look about 10 miles in any direction from Hennepin to see anything aside from farmlands or wind turbines. However, in the center of town sits a US post office founded on…

Halfway between Pauls Valley and Chickasha you'll find Lindsay, an old broomcorn boomtown. Lindsay was rich in agriculture, once called the "Broomcorn Capital of the World." Today, it has a brick main street with plenty of shopping at country-chic boutiques and tasty findings at the local restaurants. While stopping in town, visit the Murray-Lindsay Mansion , where you can learn about the history…, What to Do, Nature lovers can bask in the beauty of the great outdoors during their visit to. Plan a trip to one of the local parks, like the George Brown Park , and enjoy a lovely nature walk on one of the park's many scenic trails, go fishing on the lake or hit up the gorgeous greens at the park’s municipal golf course. For history buffs, head over to the Murray-Lindsay Mansion to tour the home of Irish…, Where to Eat , Lindsay offers spoonfuls of tasty opportunities sure to satisfy any traveler's appetite, from food for the southern soul to All-American faves to sinfully sweet ice cream treats. On a cold day out, head over to the Cadillac Ranch Restaurant & Saloon or the  All Star Café to enjoy heartwarming home-style cookin’ in a cozy, friendly atmosphere. Both diners offer countrified specialties, savory…, History , As an old railroad town founded in 1902, located halfway between Pauls Valley and Chickasha, the city limits of Lindsay were first drawn from a grid of cornstalks and sunflower stacks donated by founding farmers. Shortly after development, Lindsay began to pop with local businesses and surges in industries like oil and agriculture. The town introduced its first crop of broomcorn in 1906, and was…

Just 10 miles north of Duncan, you'll find the charming community full of wild, western history called Marlow. Marlow folks are famous for their dedication to preserving the outlaw history of the town. When in Marlow, you can't miss their unique dining, such as Guiseppe's Fine Italian Dining located in the historic 1911 State National Bank Building. Guiseppe's was even featured in our Flavors of…, What to Do , Marlow offers a multitude of outdoor attractions for visitors to enjoy from parks and trails to golf courses and lakes.  Taylor Lake , located 9 miles outside of town, has 227 surface acres and seven miles of shoreline for swimming, boating and fishing as well as numerous cabins and RV sites for camping. RedBud Park is a favorite recreational area for locals and tourists alike. Expanding ten city…, Marlow Outlaw Centennial Monument,  - A historical granite stone that tells the story of the Marlow brothers , The Outlaw Cave,  – The original homestead of the Marlow family located on the banks of Wildhorse Creek, RedBud Chapel,  – The first Catholic Church built in 1904, and a popular venue for wedding ceremonies, The Hideout,  – A 13,000 square foot state-of-the-art Western-style playground , Creekwalk,  – A half-mile walking trail with historical displays, decorative lighting and vibrant landscaping To taste the flavors of Oklahoma wine, visit Cotton Blossom Winery. They offer free wine tastings from their 16 varieties of wine! The Owners Ryan and Meagan Bellow specialize in small-batch, hand-crafted wine that is made right there on-site! Golf guys & gals - grab those clubs and make your…, Where to Eat , The restaurants in Marlow serve up a flavorful array of multicultural cuisine.  Giuseppe’s Fine Italian Dining  is pretty much like 'Little Italy meets Down South, USA.' Located in the historic 1911 State National Bank building, Guiseppe’s offers a rustic, red brick dining atmosphere in an elegant candlelit setting. The menu boasts authentic Italian bakes along with classic dishes like eggplant…, History, Marlow was first settled in the mid-1880s by old-west pioneers. The famous Chisholm Trail once crossed through Marlow bringing the founding settlers into the area. Stampeding soon became popular here, hence why the town became known as Outlaw Country. Marlow has quite an extraordinary history, centered around one set of brothers in particular – the Marlows! When the area was first being settled,…

Located about 12 miles from Pauls Valley, Maysville is a humble agricultural town in the northern part of Garvin County located at the crossroads of State Highways 74 and 19 in the heart of the Washita River Valley. While its population may not be the largest, you would be hard-pressed to find anywhere that takes more pride in its history, food and residents. This charming town is full of unique…, Where to Eat, Baker’s Pizza is regarded as one of the best pizza spots in Oklahoma. Featuring custom-made pizzas with fresh ingredients, these handmade “pies” are worth driving the extra distance for many residents surrounding the Maysville area. Some favorites include, but aren’t limited to, a jalapeño and hotlink pizza as well as a specialty barbeque chicken masterpiece. This pizza shop offers quite a list…, History, Maysville prides itself on being the origin place of one famous American aviator, Wiley Post. Although Post was most prominently known for being the first pilot to fly solo around the world, he was also highly regarded for his achievements with high-altitude flying. He assisted in the development of one of the world’s first pressure suits and discovered the jet stream. In 1935, Post and American…