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Great Plains Country

1503 1/2 SW H Ave · Lawton, OK

Why you should go…

Great Plains Country is the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department's designation for 14 counties in southwest Oklahoma, including Comanche, Custer, Kiowa and Caddo counties. The association, based in Lawton, has published an annual travel guide since 1966 covering attractions, historic sites and events across the region. Notable destinations include the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, Quartz Mountain Resort on Lake Altus Lugert, and state parks such as Great Plains, Foss and Fort Cobb.

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Good to know

General sport & outdoor guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Weather calls the shots

    Check the forecast the morning of and keep an indoor backup in your pocket for the day it turns.

  • Shoes, water, sun cover

    The three things that decide whether you last the whole outing or cut it short after an hour.

  • Parking and launches fill early

    On a nice weekend, lots and trailheads are often full by mid-morning.

  • Daylight shrinks in shoulder season

    Spring and fall visits need an earlier start than the same trip in July.

What's around here?

The closest stops to Great Plains Country, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

  • Sightseeing
    Local Gem

    Lawton

    Free

    Plan a visit to Lawton, Oklahoma, gateway to the Wichita Mountains National Wildlife Refuge and Fort Sill.

    2.2 mi awaySwitch it up: Sightseeing

  • Museums
    History Buff

    Chisholm Trail Heritage Center

    Under $25

    Duncan, Oklahoma museum and outdoor sculpture park telling the story of the historic Chisholm cattle trail.

    26 mi awaySwitch it up: Museums

  • Sightseeing
    Local Gem

    Duncan

    Free

    Southwest Oklahoma town on the Chisholm Trail, home to the Chisholm Trail Heritage Center.

    26 mi awaySwitch it up: Sightseeing

  • Sightseeing
    Local Gem

    Frederick

    Free

    County seat of Tillman County in southwestern Oklahoma, with local shopping, dining and access to Lake Frederick.

    36 mi awaySwitch it up: Sightseeing

  • Sightseeing
    Quirky Fun

    Visit Chickasha

    Free

    The tourism office for Chickasha, Oklahoma, home to the 50-foot Leg Lamp sculpture and Muscle Car Ranch.

    42 mi awaySwitch it up: Sightseeing

  • Sport & Outdoor
    Family Favorite

    River Bend Nature Center

    Under $25

    20-acre nonprofit nature center in Wichita Falls with trails, gardens, and a butterfly conservatory.

    48 mi awayMore like this