Will Rogers is one of the most famous people to come out of Oklahoma. He was proud of his Oklahoma and Cherokee heritage. The Will Rogers Memorial Museum in Claremore, Oklahoma and Will Rogers Birthplace Ranch in Oologah, Oklahoma are great places to visit to learn more about this historic, larger-than-life man. Who is Will…
Independence, Kansas is a small town with some great attractions, especially for kids. Just an hour and a half drive north of Tulsa, Independence made for the perfect (and inexpensive) day trip. History, animals, and the outdoors are all included in this one-day itinerary to Independence, Kansas.
Robbers Cave State Park located in the San Bois Mountains is one of Oklahoma’s best state parks. It offers a variety of activities which makes it a great place to visit any time of the year. There are also quite a few unique accommodation options to make your trip extra special. We spent a weekend…
Caves stay at a constant temperature year-round making them the perfect winter or summer activity to escape the bitter cold or intense heat. Missouri, known as the “Cave State”, has almost 6400 caves. Bluff Dwellers Cave is one of eighteen caves in Missouri that offers tours. Where is Bluff Dwellers Cave? Bluff Dwellers Cave is in…
On the north side of Tulsa, Oklahoma sits the beautiful Mary K. Oxley Nature Center. This place is truly a Tulsa gem. It is a great place to get out in nature for a few hours. You will see lots of wildlife including squirrels, turtles, birds, butterflies, dragonflies, snakes, deer, and more. Trails at Oxley…
The Joseph H. Williams Tallgrass Prairie Preserve in Pawhuska, Oklahoma is the largest protected prairie in the world. It encompasses a massive 39,000 acres. Around 2,500 bison roam free on this beautiful grassland. The main attraction of the preserve is driving on the dirt roads while admiring the views and keeping an eye out for…