Lawton is an interesting getaway destination featuring historic sites, scenic landscapes, and wide-open spaces where wildlife are free to roam in their natural environment. You can brush up your knowledge of Oklahoma history at the Museum of the Great Plains and then head to Fort Still, which is an active army fort dating back to 1869.

The Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge beckons all nature lovers – here you can see free-range buffalo, longhorn cattle, elk, and deer and enjoy various recreational activities including hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing, and rapelling. You can enjoy a variety of live theatrical productions at the McMahon Memorial Auditorium or learn about local culture at the Comanche National Museum and Cultural Center.

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