Great Trails of the Great Plains
Duncan
Chisholm Trail Heritage Center
Relive the adventure on the old Chisholm Trail. The Chisholm Trail
Heritage Center recreates the greatest animal migration known to
man. Come and relive the adventure of life on the wind-swept Trail
where millions of longhorn cattle were driven from deep in Texas
through Indian Territory to the railroads in Kansas. Featuring a
hands-on youth gallery where children touch, feel, and experience
the trail. Meet Jesse Chisholm and Tex whose lifelike figures talk
in the Campfire Theatre about their experiences and the centerpiece
of the Museum is the multisensory Chisholm Trail Experience Theatre.
As they see, hear, feel, and smell the adventures cowboys experienced
along the Old Trail, visitors can learn its complete story and actually
stand on its visible remains. The museum offers guided and self-guided
tours to trail sites and other nearby historical sites.
580-252-6692. Group rates available.
Duncan Lake Riding Trails
Bring your horse and ride the trails surrounding Duncan Lake. Experience
more than five miles of trails with trees, hills and wildlife. Take
advantage of the campgrounds with showers. 580-255-2613
Lighting the Trail
More than two million lights are featured at this holiday extravaganza
with a Southwest Flair. See bucking broncos, cowboys, Native Americans,
buffalo, longhorns, log cabins and covered wagons. But be careful!
There are also desperate robbers leaving the bank with bags of loot.
See cowboys swimming and fishing, strolling carolers and marshals
on duty.
Saturday before Thanksgiving - December 31
6-10p.m. Sun-Thurs; 6-11p.m. Fri-Sat.
Memorial and Fuqua Parks. Hwy 81
580-255-3644
Trail Spur
Just off the main trail head to Main Street Duncan's Antique Shopping
Trail. Antique, collectible, and specialty shops offer treasures
to visitors. Stroll historic downtown and learn about Duncan by
reading the trivia sidewalks. Did you know Ron Howard was born in
Duncan? Tea Rooms offer visitors tempting meals and scrumptious
desserts. Small town secrets and fascinating bits of folklore are
abundant in Duncan. Merchants enjoy sharing these stories with interested
visitors.
Lawton Fort Sill
Journey to places far away without leaving the country. The Lawton
Fort Sill Discovery Trail is your passport to adventure. This trail
leads you to five of the area's top locations, and a free souvenir
is provided when you complete the trail.
Waurika
 Beaver
Creek Nature Trails
Waurika Lake. The 14,000 acre "Pride of Waurika" is home
to several new nature trails. These walking trails provide an opportunity
to enjoy the flora and fauna of the Chisholm Trail. Besides the
deer and other indigenous wildlife, visitors will be delighted to
know that many species of birds inhabit this portion of Jefferson
County. The Harris sparrow, only seen in a small area, thrives here.
Eagles are a common sight. If you are lucky, you might spot a neon-hued
painted bunting, long recognized as the most beautiful bird in America.
580-963-2111
Chisholm Trail Historical Museum
Artifacts from the Chisholm Trail and its era are prominent in this
small, but well-received museum. Conveniently located at the intersection
of highways 70 and 81, this museum is open weekends and by appointment.
Closed first Sunday of each month. 580-228-2166
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