Geography
Consisting of mainly flat grassland and gently rolling hills, Southwest Oklahoma is typical of the Great Plains region of the United States, although it is less dry than adjacent West Texas. The area has a humid subtropical climate, receiving anywhere from about 20 inches of precipitation annually in the far west, to 35 inches annually in the eastern section. Monsoon-like rains are common in the spring months, while periods of drought can occur throughout other parts of the year.
The region has several small mountain ranges, the largest of which being the Wichita Mountains, considered by geologists to be one of the oldest mountain ranges in the world.
Significant geographic landmarks include the Black Kettle National Grassland, the Wichita Mountains, the Antelope Hills, and the Quartz Mountains.
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