Overview
Duncan is in the Great Plains Country region of southwest Oklahoma, known as the "Crepe Myrtle Capital of Oklahoma" and as the place of origin of the petrochemical giant Halliburton. This article also covers the nearby town of Marlow.
3 sights · 2 things to do · 3 places to eat · 3 places to stay
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Best things about Duncan
Chisholm Trail Heritage Center & Garis Gallery of the American West
A well done museum about the historic Chisholm Trail.
Chisholm Trail Casino
This casino has a colorful frontier facade and games inside range from e-games to table games (Texas Hold'em, Blackjack, 3-Card Poker). Amenities include gift shop, bar and restaurant.
Stephens County Historical Museum
Located in a former armory and dealing with the life and times of Duncan.
Rock Island 905 Railroad Museum
Pays tribute to the railroad history of Duncan.
Independence Day Celebration
The town's annual Fourth of July celebration includes an Independence Day-themed parade, antique car and tractor show and a community party in the park. Fireworks are shot off after dusk.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Mar–May, Sep–Nov. Summer highs reach about 94°F; winter lows dip to about 29°F. Very hot (Jul, Aug) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: Jun and May. (climate data from nearby Oklahoma City)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- LAW Lawton Fort Sill Regional Airport, Lawton — 27 mi away. Directions
- SPS Wichita Falls Municipal Airport / Sheppard Air Force Base, Wichita Falls — 48 mi away. Directions
- OKC OKC Will Rogers World Airport, Oklahoma City — 64 mi away (major hub). Directions
Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 1-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Chisholm Trail Heritage Center & Garis Gallery of the American West, Chisholm Trail Casino, Stephens County Historical Museum
- Lunch Aces Sports Grill
- Afternoon Rock Island 905 Railroad Museum, Independence Day Celebration
- Dinner Tim's Place
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
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Eat
Eat Aces Sports Grill
Full-service restaurant is open 7 days a week. The food is typical "sports grill" food, including nachos, burgers, onion rings and wings. The bar is also a great spot for game viewing with several large TVs.
Eat Giuseppe's
A locally-owned restaurant serving traditional Italian dishes including lasagna, rigatoni, other types of pasta, etc. The restaurant sells their own private label wines and dressing. Features include an intimate private dining room in the back of the restaurant called the "Broom Closet."
Sleep
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