The Queen Wheat City, or Enid, can be found in Garfield County in the northwestern portion of the US State of Oklahoma. With an intriguing heritage, exciting sports culture among high schools and post-secondary institutions, and a creative arts and culture scene, Enid draws many for its small-town charm. Speaking of post-secondary, Enid houses the Autry Technology Center, Northern Oklahoma College, and Northwestern Oklahoma State University, all of which pave the way for students through many nationally recognized graduate programs. Amidst all the nicknames that Enid holds, it is also the “Purple Martin Capital of Oklahoma,” which appeals to birders, nature lovers, and photographers. 

Geography And Climate Of Enid

Enid is located on the Great Plains’ eastern edge, where much of the land is flat and covered in grassland. Enid is a part of Oklahoma’s Garfield County and can be found about 70 miles from the state capital – Oklahoma City. The other nearby cities include Tulsa, about 115 miles east; Stillwater, about 67 miles southeast; and Norman, about 105 miles south. As for day trips: Great Salt Plains State Park is 35 miles northwest, Alabaster Caverns State Park is 95 miles northwest, Wichita Mountains National Wildlife Refuge is 170 miles southwest, and Wichita Falls, Texas is about 215 miles south.

According to the Köppen Climate Classification, Enid has a humid subtropical climate. It experiences hot, humid summers and…