PYRTPlan Your Road Trips
Create TripMy TripsCommunityMerchandise
PYRTPlan Your Road Trips
Create TripMy TripsCommunityMerchandise
S
Destinations
Home›Destinations›Stillwater
North AmericaUnited StatesOklahoma

Stillwater

Oklahoma, United States · North America

About Stillwater

Stillwater sits on the route: 30 minutes from Perkins, 54km from Rock Cafe.

Stillwater is a town located in Oklahoma, United States. With a population of 48,967, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Stillwater sits in United States, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Chicago time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Stillwater to your route.

About Stillwater

Stillwater is the tenth-largest city in the U.S. state of Oklahoma, and the county seat of Payne County. It is located in north-central Oklahoma at the intersection of U.S. Route 177 and State Highway 51. As of the 2020 census, the city population was 48,394. The Stillwater Micropolitan Statistical Area had a

Read more population of 78,399 according to the 2012 census estimate. Stillwater was part of the first Oklahoma Land Run held on April 22, 1889, when the Unassigned Lands were opened for settlement and became the core of the new Oklahoma Territory. The city charter was adopted on August 24, 1889, and the city operates under a council-manager government system. Stillwater has a diverse economy with a foundation in aerospace, agribusiness, biotechnology, optoelectronics, printing and publishing, and software and standard manufacturing. Stillwater is home to the main campus of Oklahoma State University (the city's largest employer) as well as Northern Oklahoma College – Stillwater, Meridian Technology Center, and the Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education. The city is also home to the National Wrestling Hall of Fame and Museum.

Read more on Wikipedia

Where to Stay in Stillwater

Compare prices across Booking.com, Airbnb, Expedia, and more. Select your dates to see availability.

Filter presets

Pick your must-haves once: provider links open pre-filtered. Each filter lists which sites it applies to.

Booking.comExpediaTripAdvisorHotels.comAgodaAirbnb

Compare before you book!

Prices can vary significantly between platforms. We recommend checking at least 2-3 sites to find the best deal for your stay in Stillwater.

Explore the Area

Discover famous landmarks, scenic roads, and more near Stillwater.

Loading map...
Open in Google Maps

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best things to do in Stillwater?

Stillwater offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

How do I plan a road trip to Stillwater?

Plan your road trip to Stillwater with Plan Your Road Trips! Add Stillwater as a destination, and we'll help you find the best route and discover more amazing places along the way.

Where is Stillwater located?

Stillwater is located in Oklahoma, United States, North America. The coordinates are 36.1156 latitude, -97.0584 longitude.

What is the population of Stillwater?

Stillwater has a population of approximately 48,967 people, making it a town in United States.

Plan a Road Trip

Add to your itinerary

Start planning your road trip with Stillwater as a destination. Create a custom route and discover more amazing places along the way.

Start Road Trip

What's Nearby?

Discover destinations like Tinder

Swipe through stunning destinations near Stillwater. Save your favourites and add them to your trip.

Explore now

Quick Information

Population
48,967
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
Oklahoma
Timezone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
36.1156, -97.0584

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United States

Police
911
Ambulance
911
Fire
911
Driving side
right

AAA roadside assistance: 1-800-222-4357. Right turn on red is legal in most states unless signed otherwise.

Full driving guide for United States

Tags

North AmericaUnited StatesOklahomaTown

Worth the detour from Stillwater

2 notable places within an hour's drive.

cafe

Rock Cafe

A Route 66 landmark in Stroud, Oklahoma built from local sandstone in 1939, which inspired the character Sally Carrera in Pixar's Cars.

54 km · about 65 min drive

cafe

POPS 66 Soda Ranch

A futuristic Route 66 stop in Arcadia, Oklahoma, marked by a 66-foot neon soda-bottle sculpture and stocking over 700 kinds of soda beside its glass-walled diner.

57 km · about 65 min drive

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Stillwater.

Perkins

🇺🇸 United States

16 km awayPop. 2,857

Langston

🇺🇸 United States

26 km awayPop. 1,830

Perry

🇺🇸 United States

28 km awayPop. 5,097

Cushing

🇺🇸 United States

30 km awayPop. 7,867

Yale

🇺🇸 United States

32 km awayPop. 1,223

Pawnee

🇺🇸 United States

34 km awayPop. 2,160

Guthrie

🇺🇸 United States

42 km awayPop. 11,270

Oilton

🇺🇸 United States

43 km awayPop. 1,015

Plan a trip around Stillwater

North America road trip planner

Plan a Road Trip from Stillwater

Create your perfect itinerary with our calendar-based planner. Add stops, discover attractions along the way, and share your trip with friends.

Start Planning
PYRT

The ultimate road trip planning platform. Discover 150,000+ destinations worldwide, plan scenic routes, and create unforgettable adventures.

Inspiration

  • Discover Trips
  • Travel Guides
  • Community

The Product

  • Calendar Planner
  • Integrations
  • How It Works
  • Collaboration Mode
  • Get the App
  • Merchandise: PYRT Supply Co.
  • Become a Creator
  • Trip Marketplace

Plan Your Trip

  • Road Trip Planner
  • Famous Routes
  • Planners by Country
  • Best Road Trip Planner App
  • Discover Road Trips
  • Events
  • Travel Guides
  • How It Works
  • My Trips
  • Community Groups

Company

  • Terms of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • Support
  • Contact Us
  • Sign In
  • Create Account

© 2026 Plan Your Road Trips. All rights reserved.

•[email protected]
Data sources:GeoNames (CC BY 4.0)•Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA)•Mapbox•Photography: George Lawrence