Oklahoma's hottest horizontal plays. Stacked pay potential in the Anadarko Basin.
Get Your Free Oklahoma ValuationSCOOP and STACK represent Oklahoma's answer to the Permian Basin. These two plays in the Anadarko Basin have attracted billions of dollars in investment from major operators, transforming central Oklahoma into one of the nation's most active drilling regions.
For mineral owners in these plays, the combination of multiple productive formations, strong operators, and active development creates both ongoing royalty income and opportunities for those considering a sale.
STACK stands for Sooner Trend Anadarko Basin Canadian and Kingfisher Counties. This oil-weighted play has attracted major operators with its stacked pay potential.
Canadian County: Core STACK development
Kingfisher County: Original STACK area
Blaine County: Western extension
Major County: Northern tier
Dewey County: Northwestern area
Garfield County: Eastern extent
STACK operators target multiple zones including the Meramec (often the primary target), Osage, and Woodford formations. This stacked pay allows operators to drill multiple wells per section across different formations.
SCOOP stands for South Central Oklahoma Oil Province. Located south of STACK, this play spans a broader area with variable oil and gas production depending on location.
Grady County: Core SCOOP area
Stephens County: Oil-weighted production
Garvin County: Active development
McClain County: Eastern SCOOP
Carter County: Southern extent
Murray County: Arbuckle Mountains area
The Woodford Shale is the primary SCOOP target, though operators also test the Springer and other formations. The Woodford's thickness and thermal maturity make it a prolific producer across the play.
SCOOP and STACK have attracted major oil and gas companies:
Continental Resources
Devon Energy
Marathon Oil
Cimarex Energy
Gulfport Energy
Newfield Exploration
Chaparral Energy
Unit Corporation
These well-capitalized operators ensure ongoing development and reliable royalty payments.
Strong valuations: Active drilling supports prices
Estate simplification: Easier for heirs
Tax planning: Capital gains treatment
Immediate liquidity: Lump sum needs
Out-of-state owners: Distance management
Portfolio diversification: Reduce concentration
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Request Your Free ValuationSCOOP (South Central Oklahoma Oil Province) and STACK (Sooner Trend Anadarko Basin Canadian and Kingfisher Counties) are two of Oklahoma's most active horizontal drilling plays. Both are located in the Anadarko Basin and target multiple stacked formations including the Woodford Shale, Meramec, and Osage.
STACK primarily covers Canadian, Kingfisher, and Blaine counties in north-central Oklahoma. SCOOP spans Grady, Stephens, Garvin, McClain, and Carter counties in south-central Oklahoma. Together, these plays cover a significant portion of Oklahoma's most active drilling region.
Both plays target multiple stacked formations. The Woodford Shale is a primary target in both areas. STACK drilling also targets the Meramec and Osage formations. This stacked pay provides multiple drilling opportunities across different zones, increasing the development potential.
Yes, SCOOP and STACK remain among Oklahoma's most active drilling areas. Major operators including Continental Resources, Devon Energy, Marathon Oil, and others maintain significant acreage positions. Both plays offer multi-zone development potential with proven economics.
Both SCOOP and STACK minerals command strong valuations due to active drilling and multiple pay zones. STACK is generally considered more oil-weighted, while SCOOP has more variability between oil and gas production depending on location. Both attract significant buyer interest.
Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and should not be considered legal, tax, or financial advice. Mineral rights values vary based on numerous factors. Consult with qualified professionals before making decisions about your mineral rights.