Oklahoma

Oklahoma is located in the south-central region of the United States. It is bordered by Kansas to the north, Missouri to the northeast, Arkansas to the east, Texas to the south and west, New Mexico to the west at the tip of the Oklahoma Panhandle, and Colorado to the northwest at the extreme end of the Panhandle.

The capital city of Oklahoma is Oklahoma City. It is located in the central part of the state and is also the largest city in Oklahoma.

Yes, much of the western part of Oklahoma is considered part of the Great Plains region. The state features prairies, mesas, and mountains, reflecting its diverse topography.

The entire state of Oklahoma is situated in the Central Time Zone (CT) in the United States.

Oklahoma has several distinct geographic regions, including the Great Plains, the Red River Plains, the Ouachita Mountains, the Gypsum Hills, the Arbuckle Mountains, the Boston Mountains, and the Ozark Plateau.

The principal rivers in Oklahoma include the Arkansas River, the Canadian River, the Red River, and the Cimarron River.

The highest point in Oklahoma is Black Mesa, which has an elevation of 4,973 feet (1,516 meters), located in the northwestern Panhandle region of the state.

Tourists can access Oklahoma by air, with the Will Rogers World Airport in Oklahoma City and the Tulsa International Airport serving as the main transportation hubs. Interstate highways such as I-35, I-40, and I-44 also provide easy access by car or bus, connecting Oklahoma to neighboring states.

Yes, Oklahoma is located in an area known as Tornado Alley, making it prone to tornadoes, especially in the spring and early summer months. Visitors should be mindful of weather warnings and have a safety plan in place during severe weather conditions.

Popular tourist attractions in Oklahoma include the Oklahoma City National Memorial, Route 66, the Tulsa Art Deco District, the Philbrook and Gilcrease museums, the Bricktown Entertainment District in Oklahoma City, Beavers Bend State Park, Turner Falls, and numerous Native American cultural sites and events.