Oil History

Discovery Well A No. 1

Gusher blew in more than half-century ago, remains one of largest producing oil wells in North America. Tremendous jet of oil sprayed tent city four miles away. Historical marker in city park gives details.

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More Things to Do

More road, less rush.

There's no need to hurry through something worth experiencing.

Fantasyland

Alley Oop, comic strip caveman, was created by V.T. Hamlin while he lived in Iraan.…

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Go where you feel alive.

Pay attention to the places that pull you in without explanation.

Alley Oop Park – Camping

Pull-through wheeled-camper sites w/water, elec & sewage 10. No limit on stay. Dump sta, grills,…

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Let it unfold.

Not everything needs to be scheduled to be meaningful.

Iraan Archaeological Museum

Located in Fantasyland Park, museum features excellent fossil exhibits, plus Indian artifacts, ranching antiquities, and…

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Take the long way.

The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.

City Park

40-acre park adjacent to Fantasyland. Picnicking, grills, swimming pool, camping.

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