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WAYNOKA, OKLAHOMA

est 1887

Discover the charm of our small town nestled in the heart of Oklahoma. Located in Woods County, the northwest region of the state, Waynoka is just 11 miles north of the junction of State Highways 412 and 281. From historic landmarks to outdoor adventures, Waynoka offers a warm welcome to visitors and residents alike.

Education is a key component in Waynoka, and our residents receive an unsurpassed K‐12 school system. With our friendly community of citizens and unique businesses within our historic downtown, come see why tens of thousands visit all year round.

If you are a thrill seeker, the Little Sahara State Park brings off‐road enthusiasts throughout the world to take advantage of our unique sand dunes consisting of over 1600 acres of desert! Waynoka provides top‐shelf amenities for our visitors and a trail going directly into town from the dunes. No need for a car, your ATV is good!

Waynoka, first called Keystone, was founded in 1887 in Indian Territory when the Southern Kansas Railroad built across northwest Oklahoma. From Amelia Earhart to Charles Lindbergh, Lionel Barrymore to Will Rogers, our rich history and heritage is told at the Harvey House and Train Depot Museum. Learn about the BNSF Railway and Waynoka’s part in the Transcontinental Air Transport (TAT).

Looking for unique events? Plan a visit to the annual Waynoka Rattle Snake Hunt and the Cimarron River Stampede Rodeo. We are also just a hop, skip, and jump to other Northwest Oklahoma attractions, such as Alabaster Caverns, Northwest Oklahoma State University, and the Great Salt Plains. Whatever your interests, Waynoka is most certainly your outstanding destination choice!