CANADIAN COUNTY
County Offices
201 N Choctaw Ave
El Reno 405-262-1070
www.canadiancounty.org
Situated in west-central Oklahoma, Canadian County is bounded by Kingfisher County on the north, Oklahoma and Cleveland counties on the east, Grady County on the south, Caddo County to the southwest, and Blaine County to the northwest. Drained by the North Canadian and the Canadian rivers, which cross the county from northwest to southeast, the county consists of 905.17 square miles of land and water. Incorporated towns included Calumet, Mustang, Okarche, Piedmont, Union City, Yukon, and El Reno, the county seat. Many smaller unincorporated communities exist throughout the area.
El Reno
City Offices
101 N Choctaw
El Reno 405-262-4070
www.cityofelreno.com
Chamber of Commerce
206 N Bickford
405-262-1188
www.elrenochamber.com
El Reno is the county seat of Canadian County, Oklahoma, located in the central part of the state, 25 miles west of downtown Oklahoma City on Historic Route 66. The town is traversed on the extreme south side by Interstate 40 and on the north by the North Canadian River. The population of El Reno is just over 16,000 residents. Its location so close to Oklahoma City allows its residents to enjoy the all the benefits of a metropolitan city while enjoying the advantages of living in a smaller, quieter community. The city offers a lot for its residents and visitors, including a historic downtown located at the intersection of two state highways, nostalgic Route 66 and Highway 81. The downtown offers many opportunities for unique shopping from modern boutiques to eclectic western items. There are also several great antiques and collectibles shops, and many restaurants ready to satisfy your hunger. The downtown can be toured on a Trolley with several stops along its route – making exploration that much more exciting. El Reno is home to over 150 acres of beautiful parks. These parks have something for everyone, including baseball fields, playgrounds, walking trails, basketball courts, tennis courts, and picnic areas, sand volleyball courts even a municipal swimming pool. For those looking for a little more excitement, Lake El Reno has 333 acres of open land and 300 acres of flat water that is used recreationally for water skiing, jet skiing, swimming, boating and fishing. El Reno has a little of everything for its residents and with its close proximity to the urban amenities of Oklahoma City, it is a wonderful place to call home.
Mustang
City Offices
1501 Mustang Rd
Mustang 405-376-4521
www.cityofmustang.org
Chamber of Commerce
1201 North Mustang Road
Mustang 405-376-2758
www.mustangchamber.com
Mustang is a fast growing community, 15 miles southwest of downtown Oklahoma City. It is located in the southeast portion of Canadian County, one of the fastest growing counties in the state. It has a population of just over 13,000. It is bordered by the North and South Canadian Rivers. Elevation is 1,207 feet above sea level. The terrain is composed of gently rolling hills with moderate slopes. Mustang has had very high population growth over the last 10 years, with growth numbers nearing forty percent. This can be attributed to both the ideal location of the city, making it an easy commute to Oklahoma City and to the community having a high quality of life. Education is important in this community which has a school district with a very high enrollment and a very strong graduation rate. The city also offers its residents great recreational opportunities including the Town Center complex which resides on the North end of the 158 acre Wild Horse Park. It is surrounded by the Sports complex which includes five ball diamonds, a large aquatic facility and large playground areas for children. There are also bike and walking trails and a large well stocked fishing lake. Inside the center offers everything from exercise space to conference space. The Mustang Library is located at this massive facility. The city also holds annual events which attract visitors from all over the region, including the annual Mustang Western Days celebration in September. Residents take great pride in living in Mustang and it shows in the community spirit they present.
Piedmont
City Offices
314 Edmond Rd NW
Piedmont 405-373-2621
www.piedmont-ok.gov
Chamber of Commerce
12 Monroe NW
Piedmont 405-373-2234
www.piedmontokchamber.org
Piedmont is a community of more than 3,600 residents, it is located near Oklahoma City, and in fact Oklahoma City borders piedmont on 2 sides. Piedmont gives it residents the comforts of country living while offering all the amenities of Oklahoma City nearby. The city is home to one of the best school systems in the state. The Piedmont school system is known for a very high level of excellence in education. The school system consists of the Primary School, 3 Elementary Schools, Middle School, and High School. Piedmont’s students benefit from challenging course work, exciting activities, and secure learning environments. For those looking for adventure, either outdoor or the indoor variety, they don’t have to look far. Located nearby are a number of shopping centers and restaurants and Piedmont is within easy reach of many quality golf courses, public lakes, public wildlife areas and much more.
Yukon
City Offices
500 W. Main St.
Yukon 405-354-1895
www.cityofyukonok.gov
Chamber of Commerce
510 Elm
Yukon 405-354-3567
www.yukoncc.com
Yukon is a community with just over 25,000 residents, located just west of Oklahoma City. Located along historic Route 66, Yukon is adjacent to the John Kilpatrick Turnpike and Interstate 40. It is only a 15 minute drive to downtown Oklahoma City and within minutes of Will Rogers World Airport. Yukon offers its residents the amenities of a large city while maintaining a strong sense of community in a hometown environment. What once used to be known as a “bedroom community” has transformed itself into a thriving retail landscape. Yukon has shown steady population growth in recent years thanks in part to its great quality of life and strong school system drawing newcomers to the area. The town is surrounded by unspoiled land. The early agriculture-based economy is evidenced by the waves of wheat and the green pastures dotted with cattle as far as the eye can see. The city has several interesting museums including Yukon’s Best Railroad Museum with historical train cars, Yukon Farm Museum with tractors and implements of eras past, and the Yukon Historical Society Museum and Art Center with a replica of businesses on Main Street, a Wall of Fame and history of the community from its founding through the present day housed in the original Yukon schoolhouse. For families with children, the Yukon Public School District provides education for over 7000 students from pre-kindergarten through grade 12. The district is comprised of twelve campuses including seven elementary schools, two middle schools, an alternative education high school, a 9/10 high school, and a 11/12 high school. The district consistently scores high marks from state accrediting associations and the department of education. Yukon offers a sense of community to its residents – who have strong ethnic roots in the city. This is apparent by some of the festivals and celebrations that take place each year like the Oklahoma Czech Festival one of the state largest ethnic festivals. The city offers a modern community, the arts, quality health care, excellence in education and a high quality of life.
