With just over 11,000 residents, Guthrie is a small town with a lot to offer. It began in the 1800s as a stop for passing railroads. With the Oklahoma Land Run of 1889, President Harrison opened the region for expansion. Settlers soon flooded into Guthrie, riding the railroad from east and south to get there. They built a U.S. land office and a post office almost immediately in 1889. As more people arrived, the town swelled to include eleven schoolhouses and nine churches.
Because of its booming population, Guthrie became the territory's capital and remained so until 1910, when voters chose Oklahoma City instead. Delegates drafted the original Oklahoma State constitution in Guthrie's city hall building. As power shifted to nearby Oklahoma City, Guthrie's population fell, though it remained an important city for Oklahoma.
Thousands of the original structures from the 1800s and early 1900s remain as part of Guthrie's downtown. A trolley takes visitors through the downtown area for glimpses of the historic Victorian-style architecture. The Oklahoma Territorial Museum and Carnegie Library go deep into the region's history.
Guthrie calls itself the "Bed and Breakfast Capital of Oklahoma" because of the numerous B&Bs throughout the city. The Pollard Theatre, which has stood in Guthrie since 1901, produces multiple can't-miss shows each season. Fans of all things spooky should try the Guthrie Ghost Walk, which gives you a hint of Guthrie's rich -- and sometimes scary -- past.
With its location central to several other important places in Oklahoma, Guthrie makes a great home base for exploring the state.
The Oklahoma State Fair - Enjoy the carnival rides, live music, and crafts each September in Oklahoma City.
Oklahoma's International Bluegrass Festival - For more than 25 years, this Guthrie music festival has taken place the first full weekend in October.
Oklahoma '89ers Parade and Celebration - Every April, Guthrie celebrates the founding of Oklahoma with a parade, carnival, local food booths, and more.
Lake Thunderbird State Park is around an hour's drive south of Guthrie. With two marinas, this is the perfect park for water enthusiasts. Its campground has 200 sites for RVs, and 30 of those offer full hookups. Dogs are welcome as long as they're leashed.
Travel roughly 70 miles west to reach Roman Nose State Park. Aside from the natural springs and pristine canyon to explore, you can play golf on this park's 18-hole course. The campground has RV-friendly sites with full hookups and drinkable water. You must make a reservation to stay there.
Guthrie to Great Salt Plains State Park is a pleasant drive that should take just under two hours. This unique park features a lake that's almost as salty as the ocean. You can swim in it or enjoy fishing for catfish, sand bass, and saugeye. The park does have room for RVs, but only one site has hookups. Make your reservation early.
One of Oklahoma's most interesting landmarks is right in Guthrie. The Guthrie Historic District covers about 31 acres of the city. It includes more than 2,000 buildings from the 1800s and 1900s. In 1999, it became an official National Historic Landmark.
While visiting this region, stop at the Oklahoma City National Memorial. This commemorates the 168 citizens who lost their lives on April 18, 1995, in the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building bombing.
Tulsa's Philbrook Museum of Art is a must-see. This historic site opened in 1939 and has immaculate formal gardens. It exhibits art from around the world with a remarkable collection of Native American art.
Some of the most popular RV parks in the Guthrie area are near Oklahoma City. Twin Fountains RV Resort has full hookups in a beautifully landscaped environment. They have weekly events to keep guests entertained. Mustang RV Park in nearby Yukon has 61 sites with full hookups. This is the spot for a quiet, low-key trip. The Cleveland County Fairgrounds have full hookups, a dump station, and potable water at just $25 per night.
Motorhomes are divided into Class A, B, and C vehicles. On average expect to pay $185 per night for Class A, $149 per night for Class B and $179 per night for Class C. Towable RVs include 5th Wheel, Travel Trailers, Popups, and Toy Hauler. On average, in Guthrie, OK, the 5th Wheel trailer starts at $70 per night. Pricing for the Travel Trailer begins at $60 per night, and the Popup Trailer starts at $65 per night.
Do you need to be a certain age to rent an RV in Guthrie?Yes. The minimum age is 25 to be eligible to get an RV Rental in Guthrie from RVshare.
Does RVshare have emergency roadside assistance?Yes. Every RV rental booked through RVshare receives 24/7 emergency roadside assistance.
Does RVshare offer one way RV rentals in Guthrie?Yes. Prior to renting any RV, check with the owner since not all will offer this particular option.