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Boulder-hopping in Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge
Outdoor enthusiasts can test their agility on the Charon’s Garden Trail, a 3.8-kilometre route winding through granite boulders, creeks, and gorges in the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge. Spanning nearly 60,000 acres, the refuge is home to free-roaming bison, Texas Longhorn cattle, prairie dogs, beavers, river otters, elk, deer, and a variety of migratory birds.
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Canoe the Lower Mountain Fork River
Broken Bow’s Lower Mountain Fork River provides a perfect mix of gentle rapids and calm stretches ideal for a scenic paddle excursion. Equipment hire and guided trips are available from a variety of local outfitters in the local area.
- Grab a meal after a day’s padding at Grateful Head Pizza Oven & Tap Room in nearby Hochatown, renowned with locals for flavour-packed pizzas served with a local craft beer.
- After a day on the water, unwind at River’s Edge Cottages, luxurious riverside cabins with full amenities, complimentary bikes and canoe use included.
Hike to Oklahoma’s highest point
Adventurous hikers can make their way to Oklahoma’s tallest peak at Black Mesa State Park & Nature Preserve, a 25.5-kilometre round-trip trek that includes significant elevation changes and panoramic views across the surrounding mountains and prairie.
- Guests can book a stay at Hitching Post Lodging & Ranch in Kenton with its range of rustic, self-contained log cabins that cater from 4 to 12 people.
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Explore Alabaster Caverns on a spelunking adventure
Discover one of the world’s largest natural gypsum caves at Alabaster Caverns State Park where thrill-seekers can embark on a guided spelunking (wild caving) adventure. It’s the only gypsum show cave in the United States that’s open to the public, offering guided tours for the thrill seeker.
- Refuel at Freedom Chop House known for its quality steaks and a broad wine selection.
- Travellers can hire an RV and stay within the state park, to explore the caves by day and spend a night under the stars.
Kayak the Oklahoma River
At the Boathouse District in Oklahoma City, outdoor lovers can take to the Oklahoma River with OKC Riversport Adventures, which caters to all levels of paddlers. Activities include kayaking, paddle boarding, longboarding, and dragon boating. For more thrills, visitors can tackle the SkyTrail, an 80-foot adventure course featuring six levels of challenges, the tallest slide in America, and a free-fall jump.
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Traverse the sand dunes at Little Sahara State Park
In a surprising twist, Oklahoma is home to a stretch of desert-like terrain at Little Sahara State Park, with over 1,600 acres of towering sand dunes. This is one of the Midwest’s top ATV riding destinations with plentiful hire options available.
- For a hearty meal after a day on the dunes, Café Bahnhof serves authentic German classics.
- Trails Inn Suites & Motel in nearby Waynoka offers a variety of accommodation options from cosy guest rooms with kitchenettes to spacious two- and three-bedroom apartments.
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Discover an underwater world
Those looking for underwater adventure can head to Lake Tenkiller, where enthusiast scuba divers can explore sunken planes, boats, and vehicles resting beneath the lake’s crystal-clear waters up to 24 metres (80 feet) deep. Nautical Adventures Scuba offers classes, tours and equipment hire to explore this incredible underwater world.
- Back on land, nearby eateries include Jincy’s Kitchen in Qualls offering southern favourites like pan-fried chicken and fresh rolls, and Soda Steve’s in Gore known for its towering burgers and homemade root beer floats.
- The charming Blue Doors at Tenkiller is a restored 1950s motor court featuring cabins, teepees, a community garden, and kayak hire – right on the lakefront.
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