Watonga, Oklahoma
Red Rock Canyon State Park
27 miles South of Watonga
Red Rock Canyon State Park
Roman Nose State Park
7 miles North of Watonga
Roman Nose State Park
Roman Nose State Park near Watonga, Oklahoma, is named after the Southern Cheyenne Chief, Henry Roman Nose (often confused with the Northern Cheyenne Chief roman Nose, killed at the Battle of Arickaree in eastern Colorado, 1868). Born June 30, 1856
Watonga, OK Famous PeopleWatonga Cheese has a new facility in a new town but prides itself in its 70-year tradition to produce rich, handmade cheddar cheese full of flavor. Now located in Perryton, TX we continue to use the original equipment and recipe that makes our factory stand out from the rest!
Watonga, OK Venue AttractionsMr. Rose built a two-story brick building in 1911. He owned and operated a hardware store on the ground level. The upstairs had several interesting businesses including a pool hall, photograph studio and dental offices. Watonga'
Watonga, OK Historic BuildingsReverend G.V. Albertson joined the great race into what is now Blaine County and staked a lot for the Presbyterian Church in Watonga. In December of 1901 eleven members met to organize a Presbyterian Church. The cost to build the church was $1,387.99. Wages were paid to workers on the church were $2
Watonga, OK Historic ChurchesWhile you are strolling the streets and enjoying history you may like to stop by Temptations and see what is in store for you. In 1986 new owners purchased the building and wanted to stay within the era of our prairie architect. They did just that. They uncovered a ghost sign on the wall. It reads:
Watonga, OK Historic BuildingsOpen year round, Alabaster Caverns State Park offers 22 beautiful campsites for the RVer and Tenter in two campgrounds with a...
Opened in the Spring of 1849, this road was first traveled by gold seekers in the rush for California. This historic trail cr...