1 Fun and Relaxation Vibrant Art and Culture Authentic Dining Unique Shopping www.ardmore.org 2 (580) 223-7765 Welcome-VisitorsCenter-HalfPfAd-Final.indd 1 11/24/15 2:56 PM 3 3 The next Great American Road Trip is here. All you need to do is start your engine. You’ll find highways and byways that beckon explorers and travelers, from WinStar in the south right through the heart of Chickasaw Country to Oklahoma City in the north. Whether you’re in the mood for a day trip or a spectacular week-long getaway, visit AdventureRoad.com and watch your plans come to life. With over 20 curated road trips and hundreds of partner destinations, your adventurous soul can’t help but be stirred. Rediscover the magic of a classic road trip. Lose yourself. Find adventure. 4 UNI_15-AR-057_ChickCoutryVisGuide.indd 1 9/28/15 4:19 PM REGIONS Northeast Page 6 Northwest Page 24 See & Do Page 6 See & Do Page 24 Eat Page 9 Eat Page 27 Shop Page 10 Shop Page 28 Stay Page 13 Stay Page 30 Southwest Page 16 Southeast Page 32 See & Do Page 16 See & Do Page 32 Eat Page 18 Eat Page 32 Shop Page 21 Shop Page 40 Stay Page 22 Stay Page 42 Listings Page 46 Chickasaw Country Vacation Guide is the official publication of Chickasaw Country Marketing Association 2020 Lonnie Abbott Blvd., Ada, OK 74820 800.593.3356 www.chickasawcountry.com 100,000 copies produced, printed and delivered at a cost of approximately $.50 per copy. Not paid for by the Chickasaw Nation. This guide5 is produced in cooperation with the Oklahoma Tourism & Recreation Department. For more information, visit www.travelok.com. 5 Stratford Peach Festival Held in the self-proclaimed "Peach Capital of Oklahoma," the Stratford Peach Festival is summer's tastiest festival, with a peach cook-off, homemade peach treats and seven area orchards offering up a variety of peaches, fruits, jams and more. Waddell Vineyards 1901 Fest Celebrate the beginning of summer at Waddell Vineyards with a festival Celebrating the year Ada was of live music, local flavors and wine tasting. This Ada vineyard also offers founded, 1901 Fest features live a rotating schedule of lively entertainment for guests, like Sip N Swirls 6 music from local and national acts, - artist-led painting sessions complete with wine, cheese and good 6 area vendors and food trucks. company. Toy & Action Figure Museum Take a trip back to your childhood with 12,000 exhibits of classic pop culture figures, cartoons, toys and superheroes at the Toy & Action Figure Museum in Pauls Valley. See it? it! @Chickasaw Check out #AllThePrettyHorses at the Wild Horse and Burro Adoption facility in Pauls Valley. McSwain Theatre See where Blake Shelton’s career began at Ada’s McSwain Theatre, which plays host to family shows, comedy acts, children’s entertainment and also features a country music variety show. See the B.C. Clark Jewelers display at the McClain County Historical Museum in Purcell. #ChristmasJingle Ken Lance Memorial Championship Rodeo Saddle up and head to one of the largest professionally sanctioned rodeos in south-central Oklahoma — the annual Ken Lance Memorial Championship Rodeo — in Union Valley. Stunning Native American art gallery in downtown Ada at the Division of Arts & Humanities7 . #ChickasawArt 7 Southwind Hills A barn-style venue located on 80 acres of jaw-dropping countryside in Goldsby, Southwind Hills has professional on-site designers that can assist in planning all event details for this 20,000 square foot facility. From romantic lighting, concert seating or a corporate atmosphere, a dedicated team will help your visions come to life at this luxurious location. 8 8 Bob's Pig Shop This Pauls Valley staple has been serving locals the same famous Pig Sandwiches since 1933. While the building has changed, the inside of Bob's Pig Shop is full of original pieces collected throughout the years by its owners. Trail's End BBQ and Grill Head to Trail’s End BBQ in Wynnewood to find some of the best smoked meats and Tex-Mex flavor around. Open Tuesday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Local favorites, such as the Guacamole Burger and Three Meat Combo, will not disappoint. Taste Even More Local Flavor Here. Ruby's Inn & Restaurant Ruby's Inn & Restaurant in Amy's Grill - Pauls Valley Purcell has some of the best southern-comfort specialties and budget-friendly prices in south-central Oklahoma. Join regulars for coffee and homemade biscuits and gravy or stop in for lunch for a stacked cheeseburger. Sonny's Cafe - Purcell9 9 Southern Sass Find something funky to fit your sassy style at Southern Sass. Find unique trends in clothing for women, men and children at their Remember When Ada store or their on-the-road Looking for a shop filled with camper trailer. classics and collectibles, furniture and specialty gift items? Remember When is a novelty antique shop nestled in historic downtown Ada. Sweet Tree Boutique Find your bundle of joy something unique at Sweet Tree Boutique, located in downtown Pauls Valley. The Leopard Lasso Shopping at the Leopard Lasso is a must when travelling through Wynnewood on I-35. Browse multiple rooms full of rustic, Western and home décor, art, jewelry, boots and more. Shop Like A Local! Uniques - Stratford The Rage - Ada Rustic Ridge - Ada Butler's Antiques - Purcell 10 10 11 Treat yourself to a big-time concert. Indulge in world-class dining. Kick back in a luxurious, expansive hotel. Sounds like heaven, right? You can find all this and more at Riverwind, OKC’s Most Rewarding Casino. Go for the big bucks with giant promotions and giveaways, or choose from a sea of electronic games, and be rewarded for it the entire time. Upgrade your Wild Card to Premier or Elite status, and watch the winnings roll in. You’ve earned it. 12 WWW.RIVERWIND.COM | I-35 AT HIGHWAY 9 WEST, NORMAN, OK | GAMBLE RESPONSIBLY 1.800.522.4700 UNI_15-CGR-133_2016ChickasawCountryVisitorsGuide.indd 1 9/18/15 11:58 AM Raintree Inn Located in Ada, the Raintree Inn is locally owned and furnished with all the comforts of home. Wake up to the aroma of freshly brewed coffee, pancakes, omelets, sausage and more coming from the cozy dining room. Treat yourself to a big-time concert. Indulge in world-class dining. Kick back in a luxurious, expansive hotel. Hampton Inn Sounds like heaven, right? You can find all this and more at Riverwind, Opened in January 2015, the OKC’s Most Rewarding Casino. Hampton Inn & Suites Pauls Valley offers everything you need for a Kick Back & Go for the big bucks with giant promotions and giveaways, or choose from comfortable and contemporary stay. Spacious guest rooms and Stay Awhile a sea of electronic games, and be rewarded for it the entire time. Upgrade your suites are embellished with modern Wild Card to Premier or Elite status, and watch the winnings roll in. décor and local artwork. You’ve earned it. Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites - Ada Hidden Valley RV Park Conveniently located near Ada’s casinos, downtown shopping, movie theater and dining choices, Hidden Valley RV Park features electronic key entry, full hookups with 20/30/50 amps, propane, a community center with full kitchen, restrooms and showers, picnic tables, complimentary Wi-Fi, cable TV and more. Days Inn - WWW.RIVERWIND.COM | I-35 AT HIGHWAY 9 WEST, NORMAN, OK | GAMBLE RESPONSIBLY 1.800.522.4700 Pauls Valley13 13 UNI_15-CGR-133_2016ChickasawCountryVisitorsGuide.indd 1 9/18/15 11:58 AM Fossil Creek Ranch Find the perfect backdrop for your next event amidst a rustic barn or outdoor chapel in an open field surrounded by oak forests. Fossil Creek Ranch's barn can accommodate up to 500 people and offers a grand hall upstairs, complete with a gourmet kitchen and four guest rooms. Downstairs, horse stalls have been converted into an open-air gallery that features a stage, dance floor, seating area, bar and game room. The ranch, located in Fitzhugh, takes its name from the many fossils recovered on the property. 14 14 15 15 Healdton Oil Museum Catch a glimpse into the early oil days through an array of fascinating exhibits featuring artifacts, equipment, photographs and tools. The Healdton Oil Museum pays tribute to one of the largest oil booms in Oklahoma - the Healdton Boom of 1913. Waurika Lake With more than 80 miles of shoreline, Waurika Lake has plenty of space for you to soak up the sun. Enjoy a full-service marina, RV hookups, more than 300 campsites, plus nature, equestrian trails and more. Chisholm Trail Lookout Point With a view that extends up to 20 miles, there is plenty of wide open space to dream of the days of the cowboy. The Chisholm Trail Lookout Point memorial, perched at the highest point in Jefferson County - on Monument Hill north of Addington - depicts the struggles and historical importance of the Chisholm Trail and cattle industry in the late 1800s. 1616 Falconhead Resort & Country Club Enjoy one of Oklahoma's premier golfing spots nestled away in Burneyville! Falconhead Resort & Country Club plays host to a magnificent 18-hole golf course, plus tennis courts, a swimming pool, campgrounds, a restaurant, lounge and more. And how about the fact that the resort is a bird-watcher's dream? More than 100 species migrate through or call the area home, including bald eagles, hawks, falcons and storks. 17 17 17 Sam's Duck Club In addition to hunting, Sam's Duck Club offers guests the ability to experience wildlife watching and photography, airboat bow fishing or relaxing at the onsite lodge in Burneyville, which features a wrap-around porch, hot meals and a swimming pool with an incredible view of Oklahoma's beautiful hills and prairie lands.