Most People Don’t Know There’s A Little Outback In Oklahoma
Most Oklahomans know the western portion of the state as The Panhandle, but did you know it’s been called “America’s Outback” due to its resemblance to Australia’s Outback? You’re not going to find kangaroos and dingos in this region, but you will find a beautiful, desolate environment filled with native wildlife and breathtaking scenery.
The extreme northwest portion of Oklahoma resembles the Australian Outback's topography. The region is 166 miles long and 34 miles wide.
You definitely won't feel like you're in Oklahoma in the Outback. If you've never visited, make plans now to explore this unique area in the Sooner State.
Ashley has lived in Oklahoma for 25 years and is the Oklahoma staff writer for onlyinyourstate.com. When she isn't exploring Oklahoma, she enjoys visiting the beaches of California.