Located in northwestern Blaine County, the small town of Canton is south of the North Canadian River. The town site was chosen when the railway crossed the river in 1905, and named after Cantonment, a nearby military post that had been established in 1879.
 
 
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Canton Lake is located along the North Canadian River near the town of Canton, Oklahoma. Area events are posted to the site, along with photographs, rental properties, and other businesses.
http://www.cantonlakeoklahoma.com/
Canton Lake Chamber of Commerce
The Chamber is a membership organization comprised of businesses and professionals in the Canton and Canton Lake, Oklahoma region. Chamber information, a membership and business directory, and contacts are featured.
http://cantonok.org/
The annual event takes place in Canton Lake, featuring a flea market, various vendor booths, carnival and a street dance, as well as a children's fishing derby, concert, classic car and motorcycle show, and a four-wheeler rodeo and tractor pull. Its schedules, sponsors, rules, and past winners are posted.
http://www.walleyerodeo.com/
The public school administrative district operates a K-12th grade curriculum for students in Canton, Oklahoma. Featured is a school calendar, menu, and a staff directory, as well as downloadable documents.
http://www.canton.k12.ok.us/
Based in Canton, Oklahoma, the Chain family offers guided deer and turkey hunts, as well as hunting packages for hogs and exotic animals, group dove hunts, and fishing expeditions. Its services, fees, and schedules are posted.
http://www.chainranch.com/
The family owned funeral home is located on the corner of Pine and Garfield in Canton, Oklahoma. Its history and services are highlighted, along with its merchandise, pre-planning policies, and published obituaries.
http://www.haiglerpierce.com/