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There’s more than meets the eye at Oklahoma State Parks. Historic structures are just some of the wonders waiting to be found.

We’ve got the scoop on where rivers turn to rapids, waterfalls plunge over cliffs and the sound of rushing water signals beauty.

Featuring more shoreline than the Atlantic and Gulf coasts combined, Oklahoma wears its Lake Country badge with pride. Glistening lakes in every corner of the state have beckoned swimmers, anglers, outdoors enthusiasts and casual vacationers for generations. Whether you want to take a swim surrounded by rolling hills, reel in the big one among ancient mountains or pilot your watercraft around lush forested shoreline, there’s a lake for every taste in the Sooner State. Here’s our rundown of standout lakes from each region of the state.

Chow down on a wide range of mouthwatering, homemade eats served fresh out of Oklahoma food trucks at these recurring festivals. Support your favorite kitchen on wheels or take the opportunity to scout out something new.

Take in refreshing floral arrangements and decorative greenery when rain showers yield to springtime flowers. Travel to a lesser known Oklahoma garden or arboretum for a peaceful afternoon spent with nature.

Grab your best concert buddy and hit the road to experience one of Oklahoma's first-rate music festivals. Whatever sounds good to your ears — from jazz and heavy metal to classical music and the latest underground sub-genre you haven't even heard of yet — you'll find a festival in Oklahoma that celebrates it with style.