Rising from the prairie floor, Red Carpet Country is a land of impressive contrasts, majestic vistas and expansive, high-plains grandeur. Once known as No Man’s Land, with its rugged beauty and diverse attractions, this region is a paradise for outdoor lovers of all stripes. A land where the ancient past rises up to meet you at every turn and friendly locals roll out the red carpet for visitors, Red Carpet Country is a grand place for making remarkable memories.
For more information, visit the
Red Carpet Country Association.
Blackwell was settled in the late 1800s as part of the Cherokee Strip Land Run of Northern Oklahoma, and the town remains a testament to its history. At the Top of Oklahoma Historical Society Museum, browse farm tools, artwork and even artifacts ...
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The original "stone city" of Buffalo was established before statehood and still stands thanks to its founders' requirement that downtown buildings be constructed of stone to withstand fires. The Selman Guest Ranch is a must-see in the ...
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No trip to Fairview is complete without a visit to Gloss Mountain State Park. This hidden gem in western Oklahoma entices visitors to climb to the peak to enjoy a bird’s-eye view of the surrounding countryside. Sometimes called “Glass Mountains,” ...
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Located in northwest Oklahoma, Freedom is home to the largest natural gypsum cave in the world that is open to the public and the only gypsum show cave in the United States. Explore this unique treasure at Alabaster Caverns State Park, which offers ...
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Horse around in Guymon, the county seat of the Saddle Bronc Capital of the World, and home to the Guymon Pioneer Days Rodeo, the fifth-largest outdoor rodeo in the nation. View art at a downtown gallery, or visit the No Man's Land Museum in nearby ...
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The charming small town of Hennessey sits alongside the historic Chisholm Trail and welcomes visitors with a variety of historic sites, lodging options, restaurants, specialty shops and recreation opportunities. Stop by Bull Foot Park, a supply ...
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Nestled among mesas formed by ancient lava flows, Kenton is the only town in Oklahoma on Mountain Standard Time. Tour the Kenton Museum, the oldest building in the hamlet, which was built of native rock in 1902 and houses No Man’s Land artifacts. ...
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Welcome to Kingfisher, the gateway to northwest Oklahoma. This growing city has a friendly, small-town feel where visitors will enjoy a quaint soda fountain, historic mansion and tributes to the “Ambassador of the Plains,” Jesse Chisholm. ...
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Founded in 1893, the entirety of downtown Newkirk is on the National Register of Historic Places with the largest collection of limestone buildings in Oklahoma. If you’re after a taste of history in Kay County, head to the Newkirk Community Museum ...
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Ponca City settlers claimed townsite certificates during the Cherokee Outlet Opening, and oil made it into the thriving cultural center it is today. Honor the brave women who settled Oklahoma at the Pioneer Woman Museum & Statue. Tour the ...
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Tonkawa, nicknamed “The Wheatheart of Oklahoma,” is located in north-central Oklahoma. Plan a visit to this city in Kay County for gaming, shopping, museums and more. The Tonkawa Hotel & Casino is always a great choice for a getaway. This gaming ...
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Watonga is home to gorgeous Roman Nose State Park. One of Oklahoma’s original seven state parks, Roman Nose State Park takes its name from a Cheyenne Chief and is set amidst a beautiful canyon with exceptional recreation activities. Amenities ...
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Named for a Cherokee word meaning "sweet water,” Waynoka is a western Oklahoma gem. Home of Little Sahara State Park, this area is a great example of Oklahoma’s diverse landscape where visitors are treated to over 1,600 acres of sand dunes ranging ...
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Outdoor sports enthusiasts will relish this piece of prairie. In Woodward, enjoy the natural beauty and abundant wildlife of Boiling Springs State Park. Visitors can also tee off at the Boiling Springs Golf Club or take aim at quail, dove, pheasant, ...
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