Day Trips from Oklahoma City
Explore outside the city without the overnight commitment. Oklahoma City sits within easy reach of waterfalls, historic towns, scenic lakes, and outdoor adventures—most less than two hours away.
Celebrate Community & Culture at the 2026 Rush Springs Watermelon Festival
Tucked away in the sun-soaked landscapes of Chickasaw Country lies a town that radiates a charm as warm as its climate. Rush Springs. The humble yet proud community has earned itself a remarkable distinction - it's hailed as the "Watermelon Capital of the World." And...
Pick Your Own Tulips at this Top Oklahoma Tulip Farm (2026)
Spring is in full bloom, and there's no better way to celebrate than going to pick your own bouquet of tulips. Oklahoma Tulips is a u-pick tulip farm just east of Oklahoma City in a town called Harrah. This family-owned flower farm boasts over 40 varieties of tulips,...
12 Fun Things to do in Medicine Park on a Day Trip
If you've never been to Medicine Park, it's time to pencil in a day trip. This colorful little town is located just outside of Lawton in the Wichita Mountains. Many still refer to it as a resort town (that's how it began... more on that later). These days, I think...
Plan a Fun Girls’ Day Trip to Marlow and Rush Springs
Girls' trips aren’t always about lounging poolside or group pedicures at the local spa. (Although, those things are fun.) Sometimes, it’s simply about going out to explore something new. The wonderful thing about taking a girls’ trip is that even the most...
19 Fun Things to Do in Tishomingo on a Day Trip or Weekend Getaway
Tishomingo, Oklahoma, may not be the first place you think of when planning a weekend getaway in Oklahoma, but that's all the more reason to explore. Its small-town charisma combined with deep-seated cultural heritage and natural beauty create an authentic experience...
7 Fun Things to Do in Marlow, Oklahoma
Marlow is a small town in South-eastern Oklahoma. In fact, it is often overlooked alongside the neighboring town of Rush Springs. However, there's plenty to explore if you're looking for a new town to put on your list of day trips in Oklahoma. In this article, we will...
Hiking Mount Scott in Oklahoma’s Stunning Southwestern Wilderness
Oklahoma’s beauty is often overlooked, but those who venture into its southwestern wilderness are in for a captivating surprise. Sweeping plains and serene lakes intermingle with the rugged Wichita Mountains to create stark yet breathtaking natural vistas. The allure...
How to Get to Oklahoma Tulips from Oklahoma City
If you are planning to visit Oklahoma Tulips in Harrah to pick your own tulips this spring, you'll be glad to know that it is a pretty straight-forward journey. It's a quick and easy drive that only takes about 30 minutes, making it the perfect day trip for those...
The Azalea Festival in Muskogee is the Perfect Spring Day Trip
The Azalea Festival in Muskogee, Oklahoma is a celebration of spring and the blooming of thousands of azalea bushes throughout Honor Heights Park. This annual festival is a beloved tradition in the Muskogee community drawing visitors from all over the region. Each...