Trip Planning Itineraries
Use these visitor-guide itineraries as starting points for a Medicine Park and Wichita Mountains getaway—from an overnight stay to a full week in the region.
Medicine Park Weekend Getaway
Friday
- 9:00 AM: Check-in to WML & relax
- 11:00 AM: Sightseeing
- 8:00 PM: Dinner at Old Plantation
Saturday
- 10:00 AM: Hiking
- 2:00 PM: Shopping
- 4:00 PM: Swimming at Bath Lake
Sunday
- 10:00 AM: Aquarium visit
- 12:00 PM: Picnic park / fun and games
- 7:00 PM: Fine dining
Medicine Park Day Trip Getaway
Friday
- 3:00 PM: Arrive at the West Lake
- 5:00 PM: Walk the boardwalk along Medicine Creek; join the fun at InnHabit during a festival weekend
- 8:00 PM: Dinner at Little Bear Street Eat
- 9:00 PM: Return to the West Lake and enjoy TV time or soak in hot tub
Saturday — Checkout Day
- 8:00 AM: Breakfast at Joe Mountains Breakfast
- 9:00 AM: Pack up, take out trash, tidy up, depart the West Lake
- 11:00 AM: Shop at the Harley gift shop
- 12:00 PM: Return home safe
3 Nights in Medicine Park
Day 1
Arrive in Medicine Park and check into Wichita Mountains View Lodge or InnHabit; visit Medicine Park Aquarium; explore the Medicine Creek area; stroll the scenic creek and enjoy the views; dine at a local restaurant.
Day 2
Hike the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge; picnic at the refuge or return to town for lunch; visit the Holy City of the Wichitas; head to InnHabit for an evening of fun.
Day 3
Drive through the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge; view and graze animals from a safe distance; breakfast at Little Bear Street Eats; stroll the cobblestone streets; relax at your stay, soak in the hot tub, watch a movie, drink wine, read a book and enjoy your place or the country side.
Day 4
Check out; safe travels.
An Overnight Medicine Park Stay
- Arrive at Medicine Park and check into Wichita Mountains Lodge
- Stroll down the walkway along Medicine Creek and hang out at Bath Lake
- Eat lunch at Riverside Cafe
- Drive around Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge
- At the refuge, take in the view and respect the wildlife
- Eat dinner at Small Mountain Tacos
- Enjoy the evening in the Wichita Mountains Lodge hot tub/pool
7 Days in Medicine Park
Day 1 — Arrival & Exploration
Arrive in Medicine Park and check in to Wichita Mountains Lodge; stroll Medicine Creek and Bath Lake; have a drink at Park Tavern before dinner at the historic Old Plantation Restaurant.
Day 2 — Outdoor Adventure
Hike the Forty Foot Hole or Lost Lake Trail; drive to the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge visitor center and check out the Holy City of the Wichitas and the buffalo; enjoy a picnic lunch amid the scenery.
Day 3 — Cultural Experience
Visit the Comanche National Museum; check out the tornado museum at the Great Plains Museum; have lunch at Small Mountain Tacos.
Day 4 — Relaxation & Wellness
Enjoy a spa day, yoga or meditation, unwind with a drive through the Wichita Mountains, and relax at the Wichita Mountains Lodge pool or a property hot tub.
Day 5 — Local Flavors
Visit the Lawton Farmers Market; visit Medicine Creek Olive Oil Company; enjoy a farm-to-table dinner at Little Bear Cafe.
Day 6 — Artistic Expression
Explore Native American jewelry and art at the White Buffalo; enjoy a live music performance at a local venue such as Park Tavern or the Hitching Post Park.
Day 7 — Departure
Spend the morning shopping for souvenirs or exploring a local attraction; depart for home.