Oklahoma City, OK

Hoop it up with the Oklahoma City Thunder, the state's franchise of the NBA. The up-and-coming basketball team is collecting loyal fans across the state and the nation. Rumble the Bison is the Thunder's mascot and The Thunder Girls dance team brings excitement to each and every game. Plan ahead because tickets to these games are generally hard to come by!

Address: 100 W Reno Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73102 - Map
Phone: (405) 208-4800
Web: www.nba.com/thunder

Bricktown Ballpark is home to the Oklahoma City RedHawks, a Triple-A baseball franchise and affiliate of Major League Baseball's Houston Astros. The Diamond Girls and Rowdy the RedHawk mascot always get the crowd to cheer the team on. Attending an Oklahoma City RedHawks baseball game is fun for the entire family.

Address: 2 S. Mickey Mantle Drive, Oklahoma City, OK 73104 - Map
Phone: (405) 218-1000
Web: web.minorleaguebaseball.com

Catch a Star at Oklahoma City University, home to the OCU Superstars. Both the men's and women's teams are nicknamed the Stars, and they boast national championships in baseball, golf and softball, as well as in other sports. Enjoy watching the teams play eight separate sports with over 300,000 cheering fans attending the athletic events each year.

Address: 2501 North Blackwelder Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK - Map
Phone: (405) 208-5000
Web: www.ocusports.com

Novice bikers and hikers better their technique at Oklahoma City's Bluff Creek Trail. The trail is 3.5+ miles of single track with tight turns around trees and some moderate technical sections. You'll appreciate the challenging trails to hike or bike through, giving you a sense of accomplishment when you've completed the trail.

Address: 4500 West Hefner Road, Oklahoma City, OK 73120 - Map
Web: www.okc.gov

It's splash time at White Water Bay in Oklahoma City, where family fun abounds through 25 acres of water rides, slides and attractions. You can slowly spiral down the lazy river, see how brave you are on the Acapulco Cliff Dive, or sit pool side and see a movie at the Dive in Movies.

Address: 3908 W Reno Oklahoma City, OK 73107 - Map
Phone: (405) 943-9687
Web: www.whitewaterbay.com

Sail boarding is the social activity at Hefner Lake, rated as one of the best lakes for the sport. The fun under the sun begins there but this Oklahoma City lake offers plenty more for you to do. Enjoy the superior boat and fishing docks, playgrounds, softball field and golf course on this urban oasis.

Address: 4491 South Lake Hefner Rd Oklahoma City, OK 73116 - Map
Phone: (405) 843-4976
Web: www.okc.gov

River sports are at Olympic standards at Cheasapeak Boathouse, located in downtown Oklahoma City on the banks of the Oklahoma River. You can learn to row like a pro or watch the races and regattas on the river throughout the year. It is the metro area destination for rowing; kayaking, cycling, running and fitness activities.

Address: 725 S. Lincoln Boulevard Oklahoma City, OK 73129 - Map
Phone: (405) 552-4040
Web: www.boathousedistrict.org

Get solid as a rock at Oklahoma City's Rocktown Climbing Gym, the social adventure climbing environment for avid climbers and novices, young and old, individuals and families. You'll appreciate amenities like the indoor and outdoor top rope with climbs up to 90 feet, the challenge of bouldering, and friendly, helpful instruction.

Address: 200 SE 4th Street Oklahoma City OK 73129 - Map
Phone: (405) 319-1400
Web: www.rocktowngym.com

You won't get a ticket for speeding at Pole Position Raceway. The high-performance electric karts are capable of 45 mph, are one inch off the ground, and ready to spin you around a 1/4-mile road course. You'll experience real head-to-head racing and find out why indoor Karting is the fastest-growing sport in the United States.

Address: 2905 NW 36th Street Oklahoma City, OK 73112 - Map
Phone: (405) 942-2292
Web: www.polepositionraceway.com

Screaming good fun is found at the Frontier City Amusement Park in Oklahoma City. Take a ride on the Silver Bullet and you'll think you've been shot from cannon as you rocket through this high speed steel looping coaster. Whet your appetite at Saddlerock Café and remember your adventure with souvenirs from Frontier Trading Company.

Address: 11501 North I 35 Service Road Oklahoma City, OK 73131 - Map
Phone: (405) 478-2140
Web: www.frontiercity.com

Strike one, strike two, strike three! Turkey! Spend a night of fun in the fast lane at RedPin Restaurant & Bowling Lounge, located in OKC's Bricktown Entertainment District. You'll enjoy the upscale bowling lanes, cozy couches and cocktail tables, and the modern spin on the menu boasting classic sliders, nachos and hot wings served at your table.

Address: 200 S. Oklahoma Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73104 - Map
Phone: (405) 702-8880
Web: www.bowlredpin.com

Let the good times roll at Slick Willie's, Oklahoma City's family pool hall. Play a game of pool, throw darts or try your hand at foosball and video games. After hours of fun and games, sit down and order the gang pizza and drinks.

Address: 4000 West Reno Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73170 - Map
Phone: (405) 945-0505
Web: www.slickw.com

Bring your lucky tackle to Oklahoma City's Lake Hefner for a great day of family fishing. Spend a day catching largemouth and small mouth bass. Lake Hefner is located just northwest of Oklahoma City. The 2,500-acre lake has nearly 20 miles of shoreline for great fishing and fun in the sun.

Address: 4491 South Lake Hefner Rd Oklahoma City, OK 73116 - Map
Phone: (405) 843-4976
Web: www.outdoorsok.com