Part of a state park, this centrally-located lake is surrounded by tall oak trees. It is about an hour's drive from the city, just east of Norman. In addition to activities like boating, swimming and water skiing, Thunderbird has facilities for camping and picnicking. The lake is stocked with fish, predominately bass and catfish. The grounds have areas for archery and for hunting all kinds of game, including deer, rabbit and squirrel and several kinds of waterfowl.
Southwind Hills is a blissful wedding venue with 2 massive spaces to conduct your private event. Mainly rented for wedding purposes, the wedding hall area is a 20000 square foot (1858 square meters) space that is air conditioned, while they also have on-site honeymoon cottages. There is also a large patio with fire pits, tables chairs and a waterfall. They also provide catering for the events held at either of the spaces. It is open on Monday and Saturday as well, but only on an appointment basis.