Small Town Charm with a Big City Feel

Enjoy our vibrant arts and cultural scene and a historic downtown corridor that is energized by locally owned boutiques, restaurants, and businesses. Soak up the serenity of Lake Murray State Park, Oklahoma's largest, where you can kick back and relax on 12,500 acres of forested, rolling hills and 150 miles of shoreline. Or, take in the awe-inspiring beauty of the Arbuckle Mountains, an outdoor paradise brimming with soaring, granite rocks, cascading waterfalls, tranquil lakes, and miles of hiking trails. 

When it comes to housing, you’ll find beautifully walkable neighborhoods with homes that are priced 34% less than the national average. Plus, multiple colleges and vocational training facilities serve the area, from the University of North Texas and Southeastern Oklahoma State University to Murray State College and Southern Tech, offering ongoing skills development and training to students and skilled professionals at all stages of life.