Recreation Highlights

Step out of civilization for a while and enjoy the fresh air and weather at Quartz Mountain Resort. Whether you are coming to the Oklahoma resort for a group bonding event, meeting, or family vacation, there are plenty of activities for you to partake in order to relax and regroup. Below are some of the things that you should do in order to make the most of your trip to the Quartz Mountain Resort, Arts and Conference Center.

EXPLORE ART AT QUARTZ MOUNTAIN RESORT ART COLLECTION

Visit the arts lodge and view works that feature beautiful landscapes, wild animals and natural resources. The wooden lodge was designed to blend in with the surrounding country setting, making it an ideal place to showcase works that feature nature. Additionally, contemporary art from some of the region’s best artists is on display, as the collection is owned by the Oklahoma Arts Institute. Spend a day relaxing at the Arts Center, located right next door to your guest room.

LUNCH AT WINDMILL WINERY

Windmill Winery is located in the city of Roosevelt less than an hour away from Quartz Mountain Resort. Take a scenic drive on a Saturday afternoon for a tasting when the winery is open to the public or call to set up a luncheon or tour. The weather conditions in Southwestern Oklahoma make for great grapes and Windmill Winery’s grapes are so good that excess ones are sold to local vineyards. Windmill’s wines are made from Oklahoma, Texas and New Mexico grapes, meaning you’ll have the opportunity to purchase a special bottle when you come here. Bring a bottle back to the lodge and sip some wine on your patio as the sun sets around you.

More information: http://www.windmillwinery.com/
Contact Number: 580-639-2141

GO ON A HAYRIDE AT QUARTZ MOUNTAIN STABLES

Rustle up a dozen or so of your favorite pioneers and take a hayride through Quartz Mountain. During an hour-long trip, you can snuggle up in the straw and hear legends and folklore about the area as narrated by a modern day cowboy. Then come back to the campfire and sing-along to Rodeo tunes while roasting marshmallows and hot dogs. Groups of fourteen or more can arrange for private hay rides at any time, while an adventure is open to everyone on Saturdays at 7:00 pm.

More information: http://www.quartzmountain.org/stables.html
Contact number: 580-317-5866

LAKE ALTUS FISHING

Come to Quartz Mountain if you are a fan of fresh trout. From November to March is trout season and the dams at lake Altus are full of these tasty big fish. This is a prime fishing spot year-round as there is ample opportunity to catch largemouth bass, walleye, crappie, catfish, hybrid striped bass, and white bass. It’s also a tranquil setting without bumpy waters so you’ll have a good time whether or not the fish feel like coming out. Don’t worry if you don’t catch anything, you can always come back to Quartz Mountain Resort and Park and have a bite at the Sunset Café. Try the crab cakes for an appetizer (sautéed and served with Cajun remoulade) and then enjoy the trout piccata for a main course (served crisp golden brown with rice pilaf and fresh seasonal vegetables.) If you’re lucky enough to have caught your own trout, then order the cedar plank salmon (with roasted garlic feta cheese mashed potatoes.)

More information: http://www.quartzmountain.org/lake.html
Contact information: 580- 563-2424

GET ONBOARD FARMRAIL TRAINS

Forget about fighting traffic by experiencing life in Oklahoma 100 years ago. Farmrail is an employee owned company that operates majestic passenger train rides. Groups can go on their tours in order to take in the beauty of the west without worry about traffic or highways. " Quartz Mountain Flyer" excursion trips run April 14 through December 8.

More information: http://www.farmrail.com/Passenger%20Excursions.htm
Contact number: 580-323-1234

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