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DavisDavis, Oklahoma
Give Davis one night, two at most: Turner Falls plus a fried pie stop fills a day, and the town is a sleep-and-eat base, not a sightseeing city.
Davis is a town of about 2,700 people at the foot of the Arbuckle Mountains, sitting on I-35 between Oklahoma City and Dallas. Almost everyone comes for one of two things: Turner Falls Park, the waterfall and swimming hole the city has owned for about a century, or a break in the drive. The town itself is a short strip of Main Street, a casino, a chocolate factory and a fried-pie stand. One night covers it; two if you want a full day in the water and a second at the Chickasaw National Recreation Area near Sulphur.
More ways in
Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct
- avoid Jul–Aug (mid-30s °C and crowded falls), winter ice on I-35
- Airports
- OKC · DFW
- Nights
- 1–2
Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Davis911 ▾
- Police, fire, ambulance911
- Turner Falls Park office+1 580 369-2988
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Davis, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyDavis is a small, low-crime town and feels safe day and night.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police, fire, ambulance · +1 580 369-2988 Turner Falls Park office
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportOKC Will Rogers World Airport, Oklahoma City (About 1 h 15 min north on I-35; the usual arrival airport for this region.).
- Getting aroundYou need a car.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee$2–5
- SIM or eSIM, a weekeSIM or data SIM, about a week$10–30
- Museum or sight ticketTurner Falls entry, per person$12 summer, $4 winter
- Budget bedTurner Falls cabin (park lodging), a night, per roomUS$120
- Mid-range bedBudget motel room near Exit 55, a night, per roomUS$95
- High-end bedBudget motel room near Exit 55, a night, per roomUS$140
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$70 · Mid US$130 · High US$240
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- OKC Will Rogers World Airport, Oklahoma City (About 1 h 15 min north on I-35; the usual arrival airport for this region.) · DFW Dallas/Fort Worth International (About 2 h 30 min south on I-35; useful if you are driving up from Texas.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
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11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Feb
not flagged
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Mar
not flagged
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Apr
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
May
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Jun
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jul
Avoid
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Aug
Avoid
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Sep
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Oct
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Nov
not flagged
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Dec
not flagged
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Best: Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)), coolest Jan (−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C) low), wettest May (10 rain days), driest Jan (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Davis: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
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Feb
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
6 rd
Mar
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
7 rd
Apr
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
8 rd
May
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
10 rd
Jun
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
8 rd
Jul
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
6 rd
Aug
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
6 rd
Sep
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
7 rd
Oct
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
7 rd
Nov
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
6 rd
Dec
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
5 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
You need a car. I-35 runs past town at Exit 55, US-77 links the interstate to the centre, and State Highway 7 goes east to Sulphur. Turner Falls is a few miles south of the main town near the I-35/US-77 interchange. There is no useful local bus; taxis and rideshare are thin, so plan to drive everywhere.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Door to door: About 20 min
State Highway 7 east, about 15 min by car
Springs, trails and a walkable small-town centre; pairs well with a Turner Falls morning.
Ardmore
goDoor to door: About 35 min
I-35 south, about 30 min
Bigger town with a performing arts centre and more restaurant choice.
Pauls Valley
cautionDoor to door: About 40 min
I-35 north, about 35 min
Small historic downtown; worth a stop only if you are already heading north.
Tishomingo
cautionDoor to door: About 1 h 10 min
State Highway 7 east then OK-99 south, about 1 h
Chickasaw Nation capital with a small museum district; a half day at most.
Ada
cautionDoor to door: About 1 h 20 min
OK-7 east then US-377 north, about 1 h 15 min
Regional service town; go only for a specific event.
Thackerville
skipDoor to door: About 1 h
I-35 south to the Texas line, about 1 h
Casino stop on the border; no reason to detour from Davis.
Durant
skipDoor to door: About 1 h 35 min
US-77 south then OK-78 east, about 1 h 30 min
Too far for a comfortable return day from Davis.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Downtown Main Street
Walkable strip with the LaVille Inn and Las Cascadas; best if you want to park once.
I-35 Exit 55
Chain motels, the casino hotel and the chocolate factory; easiest for one night with a car.
Turner Falls area
Cabin lodging inside the park; book well ahead for summer weekends.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $60–100 excl. bed
- Mid
- $100–170 excl. bed
- High
- $170+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Mid-range chain hotel room1 × 1 night × US$130 | US$130 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$130 | US$260 |
| Turner Falls entry, per person, summer rate2 × US$12 | US$24 |
| Turner Falls entry, per person, winter rate2 × US$4 | US$8 |
| Air Donkey Zipline tour, per person2 × US$75 | US$150 |
| Fried pie2 × US$4 | US$8 |
| eSIM, about a week of data2 × US$15 | US$30 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$61 |
| Trip total≈ US$336 per person per day, bed included | US$671 |
2026 estimate in US dollars; sales tax is added at the till. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | $2–5 |
| BBQ plate at a rib ranch | $15–25 |
| Mexican plate downtown | $12–20 |
| Fried pie | about $4 |
| Gallon of gascheck | $2.80–3.60 |
| Turner Falls entry, per person | $12 summer, $4 winter |
| eSIM or data SIM, about a week | $10–30 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Turner Falls charges entry per person and the rate changes by season; check the park site before you go.
- Summer weekends at the falls fill up and the park can close entry once it is full — arrive before mid-morning.
- Swim only in marked areas; the rocks are slick and currents under the falls are stronger than they look.
- Some Main Street restaurants keep short or irregular hours — call or check before driving over.
- Summer heat and humidity are real: carry water, and watch for ticks and chiggers on trails.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 911
- Turner Falls Park office
- +1 580 369-2988
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Emergency
- Police, fire, ambulance911
- Turner Falls Park office+1 580 369-2988
Embassy
No embassies in Davis; your country's embassy or consulate is in Oklahoma City or Dallas.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Turner Falls entry, per person: $12 in season, $4 out of season
- Air Donkey Zipline tour: $75 per person, allow 2 h
- Fried pie: about $4
Say or show
- Where is the park entrance? — Where is the park entrance?
- Is the park open today? — Is the park open today?
- Can I pay by card? — Can I pay by card?
- How much is entry? — How much is entry?
- Where is the restroom? — Where is the restroom?
- Thank you — Thank you
Tipping: 18–22% at sit-down restaurants, $1–2 a drink.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Davis. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct · avoid Jul–Aug (mid-30s °C and crowded falls), winter ice on I-35 · month by month →
- 2 airports and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 7 day-trips, door to door
- 5 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Airport-to-bed contract for OKC and DFW: last sensible arrival hour, rental-car desk hours, overnight rung in Davis.
- Walking clusters with rescue anchors: Main Street, Exit 55, Turner Falls.
- Place pages with verified cutoffs (Turner Falls, Chickasaw Nation Welcome Center, Bedré Fine Chocolate, Treasure Valley Casino) and eat pages with last orders.
- Seasonal gate for Turner Falls entry price and summer capacity closures.
Sources
- officialCity of Davis, Oklahoma
- officialTurner Falls Park
- officialChickasaw Nation Welcome Center
- officialBedré Fine Chocolate
- officialTreasure Valley Casino
- officialArbuckle Mountain Fried Pies
- secondaryWikivoyage: Davis (Oklahoma), revision 5243006 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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