Oklahoma
Spring Vacations & Unique Travel Spots
The Oklahoma City Zoo
The Zoo features a diverse and fascinating animal and plant collection. The Zoo is a fully accredited member of the
Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and the American Association of Museums (AAM) as both a living museum and a
botanical garden. Such exhibits include: Cat Forest/Lion Overlook - This exciting exhibit provides view into the lives of
a variety of wild cats. Great EscAPE - View gorillas, orangutans, and chimpanzees closer than ever before. Aquatics -
Exotic fish and other aquatic creatures abound in an array of colors, shapes, and sizes. Butterfly Garden - Learn about
butterflies, their conservation needs and butterfly gardening, and more.
Location: 2101 Northeast 50th Street, Oklahoma City, OK
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Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History
The Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History at The University of Oklahoma inspires minds to understand the natural
and cultural world through collection-based discovery, interpretation, and education. Over 300 million years of Oklahoma’s
natural history can be seen in a 195,000 square foot facility. Five galleries feature thousands of artifacts in 50,000
square feet of exhibit space. Visitors can immerse themselves in the fascinating natural and cultural history of
Oklahoma.
Location: 2401 Chautauqua Avenue, Norman, Ok
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Kaw Lake
If you come to Oklahoma looking for some great outdoor experiences, then Kaw Lake is your answer! There are almost 300
family campsites, many of them with water and electricity. There are picnic shelters; toilets and showers; fishing and
courtesy docks; boat ramps and swimming beaches.
Location: Ponca City, OK
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Lake Thunderbird State Park
Lake Thunderbird State Park provides visitors a lakeside getaway while still within easy reach of city attractions and
services. Lake Thunderbird features: 447 Campsites, Campground, Nature Trail, Horse Stables, Swimming Beach, Boating,
Water Skiing, Fishing, Hayrides, Archery, Marina (paddleboat & canoe rentals), Nature Center, Bicycle Trails, Cafe,
Playgrounds, Storage facilities and more.
Location: 1301 Alameda Drive, Norman, OK
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Chickasaw National Recreation Area
The "Peaceful Valley of Rippling Waters" appropriately describes Chickasaw National Recreation Area, known for its many
mineral springs, cool water, flora, fauna, and wildlife. Here one’s mind may wander back in time to when the early
American Indian came to this area to rest, relax at the water’s edge, and hunt for their food from the abundant wildlife.
Location: Chickasaw National Recreation Area is located on State Highway 177, just south of the town of Sulphur, Ok
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