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Start an Arbuckle Adventure
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Get ready to be surrounded by nature and engulfed with fun! Whether you’re looking to enjoy the great outdoors, travel back in time at a local museum or let out some steam at an arcade, the Arbuckles are filled with unique adventures and attractions that will entertain family members of all ages. Use the guide below to help you plan your family’s next Arbuckle adventure.
777 Zipline
A new way to zip in the Arbuckles. With Soaring Eagle-style ziplines, thrill-seekers are strapped into seats, leaving their arms and legs free. Riders of all ages and capabilities may share in the excitement. Brave youngsters meeting the height requirement of 42 inches are welcome. An exhilarating ride without harnesses, hiking or hurdles! Have a bird’s eye view of Honey Creek, Turner Falls and Colling’s Castle while belted in the 2-man formed seat. You will be pulled 717 feet to the tower rising 130 feet above the mountain top, then released to zip back to the launch site. The first zipline of this kind in Oklahoma. Ticket price: $17. single rider, $30. two riders (discount for cash payments) Ticket office and launch site at Curio Shop at Turner Falls Overlook, 6 miles south of Davis on Hwy 77 between I-35 exits 47 & 51.
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​Phone: 580-369 1887 Website: turnerfallszip.com
Arbuckle Trail Rides
Guided trail rides on horseback over large area ranches and Chickasaw National Recreation Area. Beautiful scenery and wildlife sightings. Voted #1 horseback Rides by OK Living Magazine. Experienced guides and well trained horses for beginners or advanced riders. Riding lessons available. Reservations required. Sulphur.
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Phone: 580 993 0097 website: arbuckletrailrides.com or wolferanch.com
Arbuckle Wilderness
Exotic animals drive-thru & walk-thru park. See animals of all kinds, many quite unexpected. great outing for all ages; especially fun experience with kids. Walk-thru park has moonbounce, pony rides, gem mining, petting zoo, and reptile house. Safari gift shop on site. Groups of more than 20 may tour on safari bus (reservations required). Discounts for groups, seniors, military with id. Adults $16.99, children (4 to 11) $14.99, kids under 3 are free. Open at 9 a.m., gates close at 5:30 p.m. summer, 4:00 p.m. close in winter. Approx 1-hour drive. I-35 exit 51, south of Davis, OK. From Hwy 77, turn on Kay Starr Trail and drive 1 mile.
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Phone: 800 738 7275 website: arbucklewilderness.com
Bigfoot E-Bikes
Rent (or buy) an electric bike and make the ride easier. Mokwheel bikes (world's 1st solar e-bike) with 5 levels of pedal assistance to get you on your way. Rental location is adjacent to National Park w/ 9 miles of paved road & approx. 30 miles of trails. Various sizes of bikes and trikes, carts available for handicap assistance, kids, & pets. Fat tires allow for a smoother ride on various surfaces. Fun for the entire family or great group activity. And if you like the ease of riding an e-bike, talk to them about owning a set of wheels. Deposit required, 2 hr ($50. ) minimum rental, driver's license required - must be 16 or have parental consent. Must wear helmet- -available at store or bring your own. Summer-open Mon-Sat 8a-8p (closed Sun), reduced winter hours. 124 W. 12th St (12th St entrance to Nat'l Park) Sulphur
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580-247-7266 www.bigfootebikes.net check Facebook
Chickasaw National Recreation Area
Oklahoma’s first national park, mineral & fresh water springs, nature center museum, swimming, picnicking, hiking, fishing, camping, boating, hunting, ranger-guided programs, equestrian & mountain bike trail, hundreds of acres of ecologically diverse land. Encompasses Lake of the Arbuckles, southwest of Sulphur & Platt District on south edge of Sulphur. Free admission (boating & camping fees apply).
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Phone: 580 622 7234 website: nps.gov/chic
Davis Historical Society Museum
Managed by Arbuckle Historical Society, housed in early day Santa Fe depot, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. History of Davis in pictures & artifacts; features schools, churches, medicine/dentistry, military, fire/police department, railroad memorabilia, Native American culture, geological formations. Fort Arbuckle model, buffalo soldier, African American paratrooper, old print shop exhibit, visit territorial room to see a typical frontier home. Also a museum library with general & family history books. Thursday to Saturday 10a-2p. 12 E. Main ST, downtown Davis.
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Phone: 580 369 2518
Drew & Co Guide Service
Create memories with your family or your buddies. Let Drew take you out on Arbuckle Lake and do all the work while you enjoy your time. Fish for crappie, channel catfish & bass. Rods, reels, tackle, life vests furnished; your catch is cleaned for you. Bass boat or pontoon, maximum 4 guests, half day & full day trips, forward facing sonar allows you to watch the fish take your bait. Great experience to share with kids
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580-993-0462 Visit us on Facebook
Greater Southwest Historical Museum
South Central Oklahoma’s History from mid-1800s to present. Housed in former National Guard Armory built-in 1936. Spans time from early Native American culture to the farmers, ranchers & townspeople. Exhibits include horse-drawn carriage, one-room schoolhouse, log cabin general store, and much more. Tools of Our Land building highlighting area's agricultural past. History comes alive. Two more museums here: The Military Memorial Museum and Carter County Genealogical Society Library. Open Tuesday-Saturday 10a-5p, free admission-(donations accepted). 35 Sunset Drive, Ardmore (2 blocks off Broadway) or I-35 exit 31A, then 1 mile east. (watch for signs)
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Phone: 580 226 3857 website: gshm.org
Lake Murray Marina Boat Rental
Rent a pontoon boat for a fun day on the lake. Head out for a picnic on the water, a day of cruising or fishing in the secluded coves. Easy access gets you on the lake quickly. Rentals include an introduction to the boat, operation instructions, life jackets and lake map. All boats are equipped with a 90 HP motor, bimini top, Bluetooth speakers. Marina store has food, drinks, ice, water toys & accessories, fishing license. Be sure to feed the giant catfish. Open 7 days a week Memorial Day-Labor Day; seasonal hours Sept-May. Call for info. Rent online. 1136 Boat Dock Road/I-35 exit 24 – East to Scenic 77, south ½ mile to Boat Dock Road.
580-223-9339 www.lakemurraymarinaok.com
Lazer Zone
Follow Splat, the Zone’s fun-loving mascot, through this 60,000 square foot facility featuring a state-of-the-art bowling alley w/ 24 lanes, 2-story lazer tag arena, mini golf offering 9 holes of black light fun, new arcade games added - something for every age, new kid’s games, & batting cages. If you work up an appetite, the Splat Shack has pizza, ice cream, drinks and more. Party/meeting rooms available. Open Mon-Thur 5p-9p, Fri 5p-10p, Sat 12p-10p, Sun 12p-8p. Southwest side of Ada, intersection of Hwy 1 & Main St.
580-332-4855 www.adalazerzone.com
Military Memorial Museum
Located at Greater Southwest Historical Museum in the 1930's Oklahoma National Guard Armory. "All eras, all branches" honored here. Spans from War with Mexico (1847) to Persian Gulf. Rare display of all 7 Uniformed Services of U.S., pup tent campsite, fallen solider memorial, POW/MIA "Table for One", paintings of cartoon depictions of military life from 1940's barracks,Hall of Honor presenting local veterans stories, and much more. great collection of artifacts. Open Tuesday - Saturday, 10a - 5p. no admission fee, donations greatly appreciated. 35 Sunset Drive (2 blocks off Broadway), Ardmore. 1 mile east of I-35 exit 31A.
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Phone: 580 226 3857 website: gshm.org
Murray Harbor Boat Rental
Luxury Tritoon boat, canoe and kayak rentals. Tritoons are 25’, room for 14, 150 HP, will pull skiers or tubers. Sound system, swim ladder, sun top. Life jackets and operation instructions included. Go to website to book your boat and view all policies. Canoes, kayaks and paddle boards for exploring the quiet coves. Skis, tubes, wake boards, knee boards available for rent. Ship store on site, sandy beach area. On-site security. Boat store open 7 days a week mid-May-Dec 1st, seasonal hours Dec-April. 1379 Murray Harbor Lane, southeast side of lake, off Hwy 77S.
580-262-4707 www.murrayharbor.com
Pauls Valley Water Park
Outdoor water park. Toddler's catfish slide, water playground, sprays, huge tipping bucket. For teens & adults, body slides, bowl slide, lazy river, 3 lane lap pool with diving board. Relax pool side with umbrellas, lounge chairs, picnic area & snack bar. Hwy 77, north side of Pauls Valley in Wacker Park
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405-238-1307 www.dwrrcpv.com
Red's Kayaks & Canoe Rentals
Red’s Kayaks & Outdoor Rentals – Rent a kayak, canoe, paddle board or pedal boat for outdoor fun. If you have never kayaked before, have no fear. Red’s guides will fit a kayak to you, give you detailed instructions, furnish life jackets and paddles. Guided tours are available. Adults, kids, tandem and single kayaks. Local delivery/pick-up to Arbuckle & Veteran’s Lakes. Full service. Due to National Park regulations, all reservations must be paid online. Check Facebook for info, scheduling, rates, and weight limits.
580-247-0591 www.redskayaks.com
Santa Fe Museum
1905 depot, managed by Pauls Valley Historical Society. Collection of old photos, school memorabilia and pioneer collectibles. Steam locomotive & coal tender that once traveled over these tracks has found a permanent home near the depot; vintage red caboose rests behind the engine. Closed Sun & Mon. 204 E. Paul, downtown Pauls Valley
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405-238-2244
Sole'renity Spa & Little Soles Spa
Make your vacation complete with a break for relaxation and rejuvenation. A serene sanctuary. Treatments include whirlpools, steam rooms & saunas. Soothe the mind, body & spirit with a variety of massage services, mudwraps/soaks/scrubs, facials, mani/pedi & waxing. Little Soles Children's Spa introduces children to the benefits of health and wellness. Colorful setting, friendly atmosphere to serve little soles with alone time, time with mom or dad, or in a Sparty group; variety of services to treat their little hands and feet. Mon-Sat (closed Sun) 10a-7p 1001 W. 1st St (inside Artesian Hotel), Sulphur.
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Phone: 580 622 8128 website: solerenityspa.com
Sulphur Historical Museum
Managed by Arbuckle Historical Society of Murray County. Located in old Fire & Police Station building erected in 1917. Still has city jail (great photo opp), courtroom, fire pole. Platt National Park & Sulphur history, diorama of Sulphur Springs, Indian Territory (prior to 1903), and current Pavilion Springs in CNRA, old Belleview and Vendome swimming pools, boy scouts & military items, vintage cameras. Also exhibits of fire dept. equipment/records, antique switchboard, toy room, kitchen & reminders of past Sulphur businesses. Donations accepted. 402 W. Muskogee St., downtown Sulphur, Hours: Sat 1p-5p (winter by appt).
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Phone: 580 622 5593 email: ahsmc@brightok.net
The Clubhouse
New family entertainment center. Enjoy tree-houses, arcade area, soft play area, miniature golf, go-karts, and seasonal ice rink. Take on a challenge with Water Wars, Flight Line Zip or Eagles Landing adventure courses. Clubhouse cafe is a great destination for any of your food cravings. Lots to choose from, indoor or outdoor dining or carryout. Open: peak season - (mid-May- December) Tues-Thurs 11a-9p, Fri & Sat 11a-11p, Sun 12p-p. Check Facebook for winter hours. 2705 North Rockford Road, Ardmore, OK 73401 (exit 33 of I-35, east 1/4 mile, inside Regional Park).
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cafe: 580 221 2567 park: 580 221 2566 Facebook
Toy & Action Figure Museum
With over 13,000 action and pop culture figures, the museum has one of the largest collections in the world, colorful & imaginative displays, gift shop, drawings from Oklahoma's most famous cartoonist. Time Magazine named museum among "top 50 most authentic American experiences". Spring & summer hours: Wed - Sat 10a to 4:45p, Sun 1p to 4:45p. 111 S. Chickasaw, Pauls Valley. adults $7, Children under 12 $5, under 2 free, group pricing.
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405-238-6300 www.actionfiguremuseum.com
Turner Falls Overlook
Stop off at the top of the Arbuckles and have a free preview of Turner Falls. The 77-foot waterfall seen from high above is an awesome sight and provides a bird’s eye view of much of what the park has to offer. Launch site of 777 Zipline. Tourist info and restrooms available . Between exits 47 and 51 of I-35, 1 mile south of Turner Falls gate.
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​Phone: 580 369 1887