Elk City: A Stunning City Keeping Its History Alive
What was once a rural community back in the 1900s has developed into the heart of trade for Western Oklahoma, - Elk City, OK. Located a few minutes away from the CLK Clinton Municipal Airport and the CSM Clinton Sherman Industrial Airport, the city is the biggest representation of what Oklahoma is. A city rich in heritage and promoting it proudly, the city got its name from Elk Creek, a named derived from an Indian Chief living in the region during the early settlements in the region. A trip to Elk City, Oklahoma is a fun and interesting escape for the whole family.
Best Time to Visit
September would be a good time to visit Elk City to get first-hand experience of The Elk City Fall Festival Craft Show celebrated every Fall. The event considered as one of the biggest in Oklahoma and a less crowded time of the year in the region. You’ll get best priced hotels from the months of September through November in the region.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Head downtown and explore plenty of kid-friendly activities you can enjoy with the family. There’s the Water Zoo Indoor Water Park and the Acme Brick Park perfect for a day out with the kids. You can stay at the La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Elk City, Hampton Inn & Suites Elk City to get close to these regions. The Best Western Plus Executive Residency Elk City is also a good lodging area for bigger accommodations and to be near golf courses as well as the National Route 66 Museum and the Oklahoma Route 66 Museum.