Medicine Park

Medicine Park is a small settlement at the gateway to the Wichita Mountain Wildlife Refuge, offering lodging and outdoor access. The town features multiple accommodation options and direct pathways to hiking trails, fishing areas, and natural granite formations around Medicine Creek.

A senator established the settlement in 1908 as a recreational destination, marking one of the region's early ventures into leisure tourism. This founding shaped how the landscape has been used and developed since.

The town was a gathering place for country musicians during the 1930s, drawing performers from across the region to its dance venues. This musical heritage still shapes how locals and visitors experience the place today.

The town is accessible year-round with lodging for different budgets and travel styles. It is helpful to check on current trail conditions and weather before arriving, especially if hiking or fishing is planned.

The entire settlement features red granite cobblestones throughout its buildings and streets as a defining architectural element. This consistent use of local stone connects the built environment directly to the surrounding landscape.

Location: Comanche County

Elevation above the sea: 387 m

GPS coordinates: 34.72924,-98.50256

Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:02