We have featured the charming town of Medicine Park in previous articles, but you may not know about its healing mineral waters that used to draw in celebrities from all over the country. Back in its prime, Medicine Park was a bustling resort town known for its cobblestone streets and water that had healing powers. Socialites, politicians, outlaws, and celebrities would vacation here but not just for rest and relaxation. Medicine Creek flows right through town, and its water is coveted by travelers looking for healing properties. Today, it’s not the bustling resort town it once was, but it’s still a charming town worth visiting.
Medicine Park was founded in 1908 as the first resort town in Oklahoma. The town actually got its name from the healing properties in the water from Medicine Creek that runs through town.
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President Roosevelt, Al Capone, Will Rogers, Bonnie & Clyde, and many other noteworthy people used to visit this vacation destination.
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The Great Depression hurt tourism and the town fell into disarray until the 1980s when the town won a grant and began restoring it back to its glory days.
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Today, travelers still visit Medicine Creek and the swimming area called Bath Lake. It’s very popular during summer and is a great spot to cool off in the hot weather.
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In the wintertime it’s also a great fishing spot. Plus, there’s a path that runs alongside the creek that makes for a great walking spot.
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The town sits at the base of the Wichita Mountains and offers beautiful nature scenes. Native Americans still believe the water has healing properties today, so take a trip to this charming town and see what you think for yourselves.
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Follow along on the official Medicine Park Facebook page to learn more about current events and news.
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If you would like to stay overnight in Medicine Park, check out these adorable birdhouses that are located on Medicine Creek.
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Address: Medicine Park, OK, USA
