Tishomingo: Tishomingo National Wildlife Refuge, (wildlife viewing, bird watching, fishing, hunting, photography). From Tishomingo, take Hwy. 78 east, then turn south at the high school, 3 miles. 580-371-2402
Ardmore: Lake Murray State Park, (hiking, swimming, fishing, water-skiing, horseback riding, golf, tennis, playground, beach). From I-35, take exit 24 or 29, southeast, 7 miles. 580-223-4044)