The Best Place to Go in Oklahoma For Night Skies & Stargazing

If you're looking for the perfect place to go and watch the night skies look no further than Kenton, Oklahoma in Cimarron County. It's up in the far, far western corner of the panhandle and boasts some of the darkest and most beautiful night skies in the U.S. People from all over the Sooner State, the entire Nation, and even the world go there to stargaze and witness the incredible views and beauty of the Black Mesa State Park.

Some of the darkest night skies & best stargazing can be found in Kenton, OK.

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It's said that Kenton, OK. has the absolute darkest night skies in the entire state due to its location and isolation in the Oklahoma panhandle AKA "No Man's Land." There isn't really a whole lot there and with Black Mesa State Park being the largest portion of the county there's a lot of wide-open space without buildings or tons of street lights and population. This makes it the perfect spot for the stars. Plus, the elevation.

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There are all kinds of things to do at Black Mesa State Park so you're not just limited to just stargazing. You can go hiking, fishing, boating, and more. If you're up to the challenge you could take the hike up the plateau which is the highest point in the state standing 4,973 feet above sea level. You want to talk about a view.

There's a lot more to do than just stargazing at Black Mesa State Park

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Black Mesa is open from sun up to sun down but you can stay at campsites that are close by. There are primitive campsites and RV/Camper hookups at nearby Lake Carl Etling. If you've never been it's a beautiful place and a great family staycation. Another really cool thing about Cimarron County is that it's the only county in the U.S. that touches five states including Oklahoma. It borders Kansas, New Mexico, Colorado, Texas, and of course Oklahoma. If you're looking for a place to go on a family getaway check it out.

16 Unbelievable Sights to Behold in Oklahoma

Long thought of as just a 'fly-over' state, there's a ton of unbelievable destinations in Oklahoma that America is missing out on.

Five epic & unusual Oklahoma Airbnbs you should check out

Take a break from the boring and ordinary and make your next overnight stay more spectacular and memorable. These rentals are a lot more than just a place to stay, all of them could easily be a vacation destination and experience all on their own! If you're planning a staycation or vacation in Oklahoma you should definitely check out these epic and unusual Airbnb rentals versus booking just a plain old room at a hotel or motel. You could make your accommodations a part of the experience itself by staying at any of these amazing places in the Sooner State. Scroll through the photo gallery below to check them out.

Oklahoma's Top 24 Terrific Towns & Prettiest Cities

It's the delightful double dozen, the top 24 most terrific Oklahoma towns and prettiest cities in the Sooner State. These incredible places are just as friendly and inviting, as they are beautiful and picturesque. While Oklahoma has more than just a few terrific towns and pretty cities these are the crème de la crème, and more than deserving of making the top 24 list. The list was created by using Google. It ranked each city by beauty, lifestyle, friendliness, scenery, entertainment, and overall positive feedback from those who have experienced their charm firsthand. Scroll through the photo gallery below to see the top 24 towns & cities in Oklahoma.

Check out Oklahoma's premier glampground getaway

If you're in need of a staycation whether it's a romantic weekend getaway or a family mini-vacation check out Oklahoma's premier glampgrounds. You'll find it in Lawton, OK. near the Wichita Mountain Wildlife Refuge and Lake Lawtonka at 11761 N.W. Miller Road. Adventure Born Glampgrounds features some of the VERY BEST comfort camping in the Sooner State. After seeing the pictures you'll definitely want to book a stay. You can check them out on Facebook. Scroll through the gallery below for a virtual tour of this amazing site:

7 Oklahoma "Must Experience" Drive-In Movie Theaters

If it's been a while since you've been to the drive-in movie theater or if you've never had the chance to go before, now's the time. Oklahoma has several drive-in theaters all across the Sooner State. Chances are you're close to one or close enough no matter where you're at. We have drive-in theaters in OKC, Chickasha, Tulsa, Guthrie, Poteau, Springer, and Shattuck. And that's just to name a few places where you can find them. So if you're looking for a nostalgic good time and an epic evening head to any of these amazing drive-ins.