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"Ardmore - The Sunny Side of the Arbuckles"

Ardmore Arbuckle Mountains - Vertical Rock

Arbuckle Mountains are one of the oldest mountain ranges in the U.S., extending over 300 square miles. They, together with the adjoining Ardmore Basin, constitute one of the most remarkable geologic exhibits in the country. Due to an ancient uplift and millions of years of erosion, there are exposed in this district stratified rocks aggregating over 30,000 feet in thickness. Starting at Ardmore and driving north into the mountains, one sees outcroppings at the surface, one after another, the same rocks that he would see if he could go straight down into the earth from five to seven miles within the city. Located in the Arbuckle Mountains on the beautiful lake of the Arbuckles, Goddard Youth Camp is located in the rugged hill country of south central Oklahoma. Among the beauty spots to explore and enjoy in this ancient mountain range are Turner Falls Park, with its lovely cavern and spring fed Blue Hole for swimming; Cedarvale Park, on Honey Creek; Price's Falls, four miles east over the Seven Sister Trail. For more information about the geology and history of the Arbuckle Mountains, scroll down on our Ardmore History page or visit Wikipedia's Arbuckle Mountains.
 

Lake Murray Water SkiLake Murray State Park - comprising 20,000 acres, was created by an act of the Legislature in 1933. Nature provided an ideal setting for the park among timbered, rolling hills. It is centered with a crystal-clear, 6,000-acre lake, which is heavily stocked with fish. Boathouses, scenic roads, cabins for public use, organized youth camps, picnic grounds and camp sites have been erected on the property. Lake Murray Lodge is one of the most fabulous tourist attractions in the southwest. It has 54 rooms and 80 villas, a ballroom, dining rooms, recreational rooms and an Olympic type swimming pool. Nearby one can find an 18-hole golf course, Tucker Tower Museum, a non-denominational Chapel (the only one in the State), and an airstrip with a 2,500 foot paved runway located between Lake Murray Golf Course and the Lodge.  You may find other valuable information at Wikipedia's Lake Murray State Park.

The possibilities for pleasure include fishing, boating (the lake is dotted with boats of all kinds, from rowboats and sailboats to luxury cabin cruisers), swimming, camping, water skiing, horseback-riding, hiking, picnicking, golfing, tennis, bird watching, wild flower observation and sight-seeing. The ranger's office is located at 3310 S. Lake Murray Drive, (580) 223-4044, and offers 12,000 acres of recreational fun on land and 5,728 acres on the water with a 115 mile shoreline. Features include picnic sites, RV sites, riding stables (580) 223-8172, hiking trails, a nature center, the Lodge with cabins - reservations (580) 223-6600, the Marina (580) 223-9339, the Golf Course (580) 223-6613, and many other associated activities. The Lodge is about 7 miles south of Ardmore.  For more information about the geology and history of the Lake Murray and the WPA impact to the Ardmore area, scroll down on our Ardmore History page or alternate information at State Parks.com- Lake Murray.

Lake Texoma - located 40 miles southeast of Ardmore, is the fourth-largest man-made body of water in the world. It covers 100,000 acres (156 square miles) at normal An average of 4,000,000 people a year visit this year-round tourist spot. There are thousands of boats and outboard motors available at a nominal rental fee. Excursion boats are available for sight-seeing and parties. Numerous lodges and camping areas abound along the lake's 1,200 miles of scenic shoreline and there is a landing strip for those who desire to fly in.

Ardmore Fisher Girl

Ardmore Lakes - Enjoy a variety of recreational activities at Ardmore's four local lakes. City Lake's features include a boat ramp, picnic tables, pavilion and fishing pier. Bountiful Lake Scott King, which covers more than 250 acres, features a picnic area, boating, and fishing. Lake Jean Neustadt offers fishing, a picnic area with grills and a boat dock with access for the handicapped. Camping, picnicking and fishing are featured at Mountain Lake 561-6145. Boat rentals are also available at Mountain Lake, although boating is by reservation only. Call the Ardmore Parks Department at 223-4844.  Also visit Oklahoma Lakes

Chickasaw National Recreation Area covers 848 acres, located at 1008 W 2nd in Sulphur, is famous for its medicinal springs and its silvery Travertine Creek, fed by Antelope and Buffalo springs. These areas afford camping and picnic sites, swimming, dancing, fishing, horseback riding and hiking trails.  (580-622-3161)

Ardmore Turner FallsTurner Falls Park - is Oklahoma's oldest state park and has been described as one of three geological windows on our past. The naturalist will find much to study in the park's caves, geological formations and natural springs. The natural swimming pools, sandy beaches, nature trails and beautiful picnic areas are sure to please those looking for outdoor fun. The park also features fishing and camping. US HIghway 77, five miles south of Davis. 369-2917.  For more information visit Wikipedia's Turner Falls.

Arbuckle Wilderness - Approximately 2000 exotic animals range freely on the grounds of this 400-acre park, which is considered Oklahoma's biggest tourist attraction. On the eight-mile drive-through area of the park, animals will come right up to your vehicle. But for the tamer at heart, there's a walk-through zoo. Other features include a figure-eight go-kart track, a baja four-wheeler track, paddleboat rides, camel rides, catfish feeding dock, games of skill, music shows, the 35-foot Giraffe Moonbounce and the Fort Wilderness playground. I-35, Exit 51, Davis. 369-3383.

 

Parks

Ardmore Regional Park PlaygroundArdmore Parks Department is located in the Regional Park north of Verterans Blvd and East of I-35, (580) 223-4844, manages 13 city parks and the Ardmore Regional Park.

Ardmore Regional Park is located in the north edge of Ardmore at the junction of I-35 and Veterans Blvd (HW 142).  This 1000 acre park features walking trails, softball complexes, horseshoe pits, playgrounds for the kids, fishing golf (at Lakeview Course) and a skate bowl.  Contact the ARdmore Parks Department above.

YMCA - located at 920 15th NW, (580) 223-3990, offers a variety of programs and has an indoor swimming pool, two basketball courts, 3 racquetball courts, a weight room, an aerobics room, and an adult spa.

Imperial Bowling Lanes - located at 1019 Grand, (580) 223-6810, offers 16 lanes of bowling fun, as well as pool tables, arcade games and a grill.

Carmike 8 Movie TheaterCarmike 8 Movie Theatre - located at 2401 NW 12th #16, (580) 223-8884.

 

Golf Courses 

Lake Murray Gold Course - 1 ½ miles west of I-35 on Scenic HW 77, (580) 223-6613. Public with 18 holes.

Lakeview Gold Course - 3905 N. Commerce, (580) 223-4260. Public with 18 holes.

Dornick Hills Country Club - 519 Country Club Road, (580) 223-4071. Private with 18 holes.

 

Pools

Ardmore Dornick Hills Golf CourseArdmore Community Water Park - 3rd and M St NE, for information contact the Ardmore City Parks at (580) 223-4844

YMCA - indoor pool located at 920 15th NW, (580) 223-3990

Lake Murray Lodge Pool - east of the Lodge, (580) 223-6600

Dornick Hills Country Club Pool - 600 Country Club Road, (580) 223-4071

 

Gold Mountain CasinoCasinos

Gold Mountain Casino is located on Sam Noble Parkway at Highway 142 in Ardmore. 

Winstar World Casino is located on I-35 about 30 miles south of Ardmore at the Texas stateline just north of the Red River.

Tourism Info

Oklahoma Tourism 
Oklahoma Tourism & Recreation Department   
Oklahoma Parks, Resorts, & Golf    
Ardmore Convention Center

Outdoors Oklahoma - tons of other info about nearby recreational activities

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