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Nearby Attractions

Metcalfe Museum, Durham, OK: Experience life and times in the Washita Valley through the eyes of the "Sagebrush Artist" Augusta Metcalf. View Augusta's artwork and other contemporary works at the Metcalfe Museum. The museum is open from Tuesday-Saturday, 10:00 until 5:00. The museum will be closed from December 1 through February 29. Directions and other information can be found by calling the museum at (580) 655-4467 or checking out their website at: http://www.metcalfemuseum.org/

Washita National Wildlife Refuge, Butler, OK: This 8200- acre refuge has attractions for everyone. Some include, wildlife watching and photography, hiking, hunting, fishing, and boating. While there is no camping on the refuge just a few miles south is Foss State Park. More information can be found on their website: http://www.fws.gov/southwest/ . Once there click on the word Oklahoma just underneath the main picture.

Foss State Park, Foss, OK: This state park features, camping and RV sites, picnicking, boating, swimming, playgrounds, hiking, buffalo viewing area , and mountain biking. Information on activity fees and directions, contact the park office at 580-592-4577 or visit: www.oklahomaparks.com

Flying W Ranch, Sayre, OK: At this guest ranch you can see what it is like to live and work on a ranch in the Wild West. Their attractions include trail and wagon rides, western museum, historic buffalo sites, and lodging and camping. Also be sure to check out Sassy's Cafe open Tuesday- Sunday 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.  For directions and more information follow the link: http://www.flyingwonline.com/Flying_W_Guest_Ranch_Directions.htm

Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce, Cheyenne, OK: Check out all the local attractions, including restaurants, parks, museums, and even upcoming local events. For more information please visit:
http://www.cheyenneokcoc.com

National Route 66 Museum, Elk City, OK: At this museum you can check out the history of the most famous road in the United States. Located in Elk City, this museum features exhibits, memorabilia, and other great attractions. For directions to the museum visit:http://www.elkcitychamber.com/museums

 

Snow on the spines of a Saguaro Cactus  

Did You Know?
Even though the Sonoran Desert is known as very hot and dry place, snow sometimes falls and accumulates on the desert floor of Saguaro National Park. When it does it turns the desert into a winter wonderland.
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Last Updated: November 16, 2008 at 15:53 EST