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Overview

Lawton, Oklahoma has been listed in one of Forbes’ List of the Best Small Places for Business and Careers. The city’s borderless window overlooking the range of Wichita Mountains is a giveaway. The residents wake up with the panoramic view and commune with wildlife seamlessly. Oklahoma’s third largest city was founded more than a century ago, as a reservation of the Apache, Comanche, and Kiowa Indians. Comanche County’s seat is decorated with Great Plains and rolling hills, which provide tourists with the ideal landscape for countless activities. 

Exploring the City

If you’re going into the city, consider the Lawton Area Transit System your newest best friend. There are a multitude of areas to discover within and around the Oklahoman pride, all of which are covered by the transit. Although the bison and rare longhorn cattle of Wichita Mountains National Wildlife Refuge and the 19th century army installations of Fort Sill are just lying around Lawton’s borders, the city’s attractions are enough to keep you within its confines. The city even has a Downtown Lawton Boundary Map, which tourists can acquire at the visitor center. 

Things to Do

The Comanche Nation and Fort Sill Apache Casinos provide tourists with exciting roulette, slot machine, and poker options. But for an authentic vacation in the Great Plains Country, its best to get out and plunge unto Comanche Nation Waterpark’s waterslides, wave pools, and lazy rivers. About 12 acres of manmade shores provide guests with a thrilling water sport adventure. After spending the day out in the sun, have a fill of Anna’s German Quick Stop, and taste their version of schnitzels. The mountains here are more enticing than daunting, which means outdoor activities are accessible to anyone who is reasonably fit. Cycling, golf, horse riding, and trekking are on the options list. Hiking trails abound; if you're with children or want an easy path, check out the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge. The border is a spectacular 60,000-acre expanse which serves as home to prairie dogs, longhorn cattle, and buffalos. 

Arts and Entertainment

The city’s wildlife ranges provide residents and guests with outlets for some natural fun, but the city has establishments which can keep you entertained indoors during harsh winters.  If you've got affection for the soulful works of self-taught artists, head to the Cameron University Art Gallery. Along with paintings and other works by contemporary and traditional folk artists, you'll find collections and exhibits of Cameron’s students. While the nightlife may not be as vibrant in the neighboring states, you’ll find plenty of fun during day time. Families can enjoy wholesome rounds of entertainment at Quanah Parker Trailway’s Laugh Out Loud, a combination of restaurants, play areas, arcade games, and laser tag options. 

Best Museums

Facets on culture and history are not things Lawton would skimp on. At least three museums are located within the city. Ferris Avenue’s fair share of cultural centers include the Comanche National Museum, which holds free exhibits on Comanche life, and the Museum of the Great Plains, which proudly displays a restored steam locomotive. The Mattie Beal Home is an alternative cultural site, as it has been restored to mimic early 20th century homes.