Author: Hayley McGhee (Hayley McGhee)

RFP for Oklahoma State Parks Restaurants Closed, Multiple Responses Received  The Oklahoma Tourism & Recreation Department is one step closer to reopening restaurants in some of Oklahoma’s most popular state parks OKLAHOMA CITY — The Oklahoma Tourism & Recreation Department (OTRD) received multiple responses following the Request for Proposals (RFP) for restaurant services at six...

Oklahoma Tourism & Recreation Department Announces Opening of New Tiny Cabins at Beavers Bend State Park OKLAHOMA CITY — The Oklahoma Tourism & Recreation Department announced today that 12 new tiny cabins in Beavers Bend State Park in Broken Bow are now open to the public.   Alongside the Mountain Fork River, the new Riverside Retreat cabins are great for year-round use...

Oklahoma Tourism & Recreation Department Launches New ‘Imagine That’ Campaign The campaign highlights the state’s unique attractions and dream-worthy experience OKLAHOMA CITY — The Oklahoma Tourism & Recreation Department announced Monday that it has launched a new “Imagine That” tourism marketing campaign.   “Imagine That,” the state’s official branding tagline, illustrates Oklahoma’s lifestyle-rich opportunities that inspire visitors to dream big. This...

***MEDIA ADVISORY*** OKLAHOMA CITY — Lieutenant Governor Matt Pinnell and Oklahoma Tourism & Recreation Department Executive Director Shelley Zumwalt will hold a press conference announcing the launch of the state’s new “Imagine That” campaign Monday, February 20 at 9 a.m. in the Blue Room at the Oklahoma State Capitol. WHEN: Monday, Feb. 20 at 9 a.m....

Oklahoma Department of Tourism and Recreation Issues Request for Proposal for Oklahoma State Parks Restaurants   Oklahoma Tourism & Recreation Department is requesting proposals for restaurant services at six state park locations  OKLAHOMA CITY — The Oklahoma Tourism & Recreation Department announced today the release of a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the operations of Oklahoma...

Oklahoma Tourism & Recreation Department Names Forrest McMurray as Chief Operating Officer  OKLAHOMA CITY — The Oklahoma Tourism & Recreation Department has announced that Forrest McMurray, former Director of Operations for the Executive Office of the Governor of Oklahoma, has joined OTRD as Chief Operating Officer.  “It’s rare to find a trusted leader with the...

Oklahoma Tourism & Recreation Department Announces Request for Information, Open House Tours for State Parks Restaurants    Oklahoma Tourism & Recreation Department seeking information from all interested in providing food services to state parks  OKLAHOMA CITY — The Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department announced today it will release a Request for Information (RFI) to gather responses from all parties or suppliers interested in...

Oklahoma Tourism Industry Generates Record Breaking $10.1 Billion in Direct Visitor Spending in 2021  There were 17.7 million visitors to the state in 2021, supporting 96,800 industry jobs  OKLAHOMA CITY — In 2021, Oklahoma’s tourism industry showed an impressive rebound, surpassing pre-pandemic levels. New research commissioned by the Oklahoma Tourism & Recreation Department shows the industry generated a record breaking $10.1 billion in direct visitor...

Statewide First Day Hikes, Free Admission at Oklahoma State Parks Oklahoma State Parks is kicking off the new year with guided hikes and free parking OKLAHOMA CITY — On New Year’s Day, Oklahoma State Parks will offer free guided hikes and free parking to all Oklahomans looking to ring in the new year outdoors. Staff and volunteers will lead hikes on New Year’s Day at 21...

Oklahoma Tourism Offers First Ever Online Holiday Pop-Up Store Shop exclusive made in Oklahoma items online for pick-up or delivery OKLAHOMA CITY — In response to the large demand for its recent Black Friday sale, the Oklahoma Tourism & Recreation Department is proud to announce its first-ever online holiday pop-up shop. Handpicked, top-selling items will be available...