Destinations Oklahoma
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In 1889, more than 50,000 settlers staked claims to the last frontier in the Oklahoma land rush. Today, over a million travelers head to Oklahoma's lakes region each year to visit the natural beauty of the outdoors.
Centered around Arbuckle Lake, Chickasaw NRA was purchased in 1902 by the government from the Chickasaw Nation so as to preserve the many mineral springs in this wooded area.
To find out more about outdoor activities and attractions in Oklahoma's lakes region ... Chickasaw NRA Web Page
Lake Murray State Park Lake Texoma State Park The Oklahoma 1889ers Society preservation of pioneer history Oklahoma Lakes Corps of Engineers Oklahoma Land Rush a letter about the race Trail of Tears history, legend and info Washita Battlefield National Historic Site |
