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                   RED CARPET COUNTRY

Red Carpet Country is located in the panhandle of Oklahoma. Known for it vast open spaces and tumbleweeds, this area of Oklahoma has much to offer it’s visitors. Take part in the driving tours or stop for a few days in one of the many charming towns in Red Carpet County. View the highest point in Oklahoma, Black Mesa, or enjoy the thrill of the many rodeos in this area.

Race go carts at Comet Go Carts in Enid. With different tracks to choose from, all ages will enjoy a day of racing.

Spend the day at the Twister Museum in Wakita. The museum was home to the "on set" office of the movie Twister and it housed the art department. See original movie props such as Dorothy One. See the Twister pinball machine Bill Paxton, a star in the movie, donated to the museum.

Enjoy wine tasting at Plain View Winery in Lahoma. Sample Jalapeno Raisin and Sand Plum wines. Guests can also taste jams and jellies, pickles and Buffalo Sausage.

Go horseback riding at the Roman Nose Riding Stables in Watonga. Spend the day riding the well-marked trails. There is also a campground for those wanting to stay overnight.

Take a tour of The Charles Machine Works Inc. in Perry. It is the local manufacturer of Ditch Witch. The guided tour takes about 90 minutes and is sure to answer all your questions about underground equiptment.

Visit The Ames Crater Museum in Ames. See the crater left after a meteorite crashed into Earth over 450 million years ago. This is one of the only oil-producing craters in the the United States.

Boise City can boast about having The Branding Iron Bed and Breakfast. Enjoy the smoke-free environment and the covered patio in the backyard. Despite it's remote location in the Panhandle, guests can still enjoy high speed internet service and satellite television in each of the three differently themed rooms.

Three miles from Ponca Lake, is the Quality Hotel in Ponca City. Enjoy the outdoor pool and exercise room. Room service, cable television and a complimentary continental breakfast are a few of the amenities the Quality Hotels offers. This pet-friendly hotel also has a cocktail lounge and restaurant

Near the base of Black Mesa, highest point, just outside the city limits of Kenton, you will find the Black Mesa Bed and Breakfast. Enjoy your complimentary breakfast after you spending a restful and relaxing night in the bunkhouse or in the large family suite. Located on the Roberts Ranch, Joe and Vicki Roberts serve as hosts to all their guests.