The Sooner State

Oklahoma

The Sooner State and the Oklahoma half of the Texoma region.

About Oklahoma

Explore southern Oklahoma cities, events, businesses, venues, restaurants, attractions, parks, lakes, lodging and destinations represented within the Texoma Weekend Guide coverage area.

Oklahoma is a south-central U.S. state shaped by Native nations, prairie, plains, forests, lakes and major urban centers. Texoma Weekend Guide focuses on southern Oklahoma and the Oklahoma side of Lake Texoma while connecting visitors with covered cities, communities, events, businesses, venues, attractions, parks, restaurants, lodging and other regional destinations.

Oklahoma became the 46th state on November 16, 1907, when Oklahoma Territory and Indian Territory were joined at statehood.

TWG coverage: TWG focuses on southern Oklahoma and the Oklahoma side of the Texoma region, including covered communities around Durant, Lake Texoma, Ardmore, Sulphur, Atoka and nearby destinations.

Official identity

Flag, seal and state outline

Official Oklahoma state flag with an Osage warrior's shield, peace pipe and olive branch on a sky-blue field above the word Oklahoma. — **State flag**State of Oklahoma

Great Seal of the State of Oklahoma featuring a five-pointed star and symbolic imagery representing the state's Native American and territorial heritage. — **State seal**State of Oklahoma

Solid black silhouette of the State of Oklahoma centered on a white background. — **State outline**Provided for Texoma Weekend Guide

Official symbols

Symbols of Oklahoma

Flag: Oklahoma State Flag
Seal: Great Seal of the State of Oklahoma
Flower: Oklahoma Rose
Floral Emblem: Mistletoe
Wildflower: Indian Blanket
Bird: Scissor-tailed Flycatcher
Tree: Redbud
Song: Oklahoma!
Animal: American Bison
Flying Mammal: Mexican Free-tailed Bat
Insect: Honeybee
Rock: Rose Rock
Colors: Green and White

Geography

Land and landmarks

Land area: 68,596.53 sq. mi.
Water area: 1,302.34 sq. mi.
Highest point: Black Mesa · 4,973 ft.
Lowest point: Little River · 289 ft.
Former status: Oklahoma Territory and Indian Territory

Downtown Oklahoma City skyline at dusk overlooking Scissortail Park, with Devon Tower rising above the city. — Visit OKC

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Sources and verification

U.S. Census Bureau — 2025 population estimate, land area, FIPS code and supporting city population data.
U.S. Census Bureau — 2025 Gazetteer Files — Census geographic area reference for state land and water area.
U.S. Census Bureau — Oklahoma City QuickFacts — 2025 Oklahoma City population estimate used to verify the state's largest city.
Oklahoma Historical Society — Oklahoma state symbols, flag, seal, nickname, motto and historical reference information.
State of Oklahoma — Official State of Oklahoma website and state-government reference information.
U.S. Geological Survey — Official USGS highest and lowest elevation reference for Oklahoma.
Visit OKC — Official Visit OKC media gallery; Visit OKC invites use of selected media on websites, social media and collateral.
The Oklahoman — Source identified by the user for the Oklahoma bison photograph.

Last verified August 9, 2026.