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Lew Wentz Memorial Golf Course, Pool, & Camp


category : Golf Courses
In the 1920s, Lew Wentz was the owner of the largest one-man oil company in the world. but to many Ponca City children, he was the anonymous poor people's Santa, known only as "Daddy Longlegs." Generous and concerned, Wentz built the pool and camp that now bear his name and later donated them to the City - insuring a place for swimming and outdoor activities for generations of children to come. Wentz's family? The people on the street. His home? A hotel. His life? Full, rich, and deeply satisfying.


Lew Wentz Golf CourseSet along the north bank of Lake Ponca, this 18-hole Bent grass course with water in play was built in 1954 and designed by Floyd Farley. The golf course is simply the cat's meow, both challenging and beautiful. It is open year-round and does have a Pro Shop and cart rentals.

East of Ponca City on L. A. Cann Drive
(580) 767-0433

Lew Wentz Pool and CampNestled next door, adults and little shavers can take advantage of the beautiful Lew Wentz Camp and Olympic size swimming pool overlooking Lake Ponca. The camp with its distinctive stone cabins, is available for group rentals.

Pool is Open Memorial Day - Labor Day
Camp Rental, May - October
Dining Hall rental is available year round.

(580) 767-0436

Come visit us in Ponca City, Oklahoma

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Ponca City Art Center

The stately Soldani Mansion, listed on the National Register of Historic Places and a work of art in itself, is home to the Ponca City Art Center and its many activities. These include artists' exhibits, art classes, workshops and the annual Fine Arts Festival.

Ponca City, OK Arts

Pioneer Woman Museum & Statue

The Pioneer Woman Statue was commissioned by E. W. Marland. This 17 foot bronze is on the National Register of Historic Places. The newly expanded museum features exhibits of women who have made outstanding "pioneering"

Ponca City, OK Arts

Cultural Center Museum & Visitors Center

The Ponca City Cultural Center Museum is the former home of Ernest Whitworth Marland, tenth Governor of Oklahoma, who came to Ponca City to visit the 101 Ranch. He remained to build a vast oil empire. He was the founder and president of Marland Oil Company, now Conoco Inc.

Ponca City, OK Museums

Lake Ponca

For maximum enjoyment, scenic Lake Ponca is divided into two areas -- one for sailboats and fishing, the other for motorboats and skiing. Outdoor lovers will enjoy a picnic, a campout, or a hike through the Nature Center.

Ponca City, OK Recreation


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