Jenks is located in northeast Oklahoma in Tulsa County southwest of the Tulsa city limits on the south side of the Arkansas River.

With over 200 antiques malls and shops, Jenks is known as Oklahoma's Antique Capital.

Cattle barons once ruled this area in late 1800's and early 1900's as exemplified by the Perryman Wrangler Ranch. In addition, the Dr. McClean Home & Office has guided tours. Other attractions include the Sunbelt Railroad Museum.