Great little nature spot for Okmulgee. We fished along the lake at a couple remote spots and caught…read moreone little bass and a few little sun fish. We stopped at the park office and bought some cold sodas and candy. The prices were reasonable and the park ranger was helpful. The scenery is great and the park history is interesting dating back to FDR's New Deal of the 1930's. Tip: be prepared (drinks, snacks, towels, fishing poles, bait, and whatever else you need for your little adventure- a first aid kit is not a bad idea either). I wish I had spent more time here exploring, so stop at the park office first for interesting maps and literature.

This is one of two state parks in the Okmulgee area. My wife and I camped here for one night in…read moreOctober, and although it was very busy (there was a large geocaching event being held there that weekend), we had a great time. We were afraid that it would be too crowded, but there were still several spots with sufficient privacy. There are scores of campgrounds (some of them right on the waterfront), lots of RV hook-ups, a playground for kids, and boating and swimming access to the lake. Although hiking is somewhat limited (there are just a few miles of trails), the scenery is beautiful, and the sunset on the water was idyllic. Very convenient as a getaway if you live in the Tulsa area; I'm sure we'll camp here again!

This place is beautiful. I came out just to kill some time as I was waiting for my Airbnb to be…read moreready. Stayed and watched the sun go down and it is so so pretty out here.

Nice little park and lake. There are fishing docks and picnic tables, there is a shelter…read moreavailable. There are restrooms open in season. The road does go all the way around the lake, but not all of that park. On the road across from the lake, you can see the rock dam and spillway. It is very interesting.

Perfect pit stop for the kiddos-- probably one of the biggest play areas for young kids, with…read moreslides and swings for bigger. Lots of picnic tables, and there appears to be a bathroom too though we didn't end up going in. A+ park!

Little bit of everything! I have been to several birthday parties and cook outs here. Would…read morerecommend reserving one of the two big pavilions with grills. So much for adults and kids to do. This park is full of fun and activities! The city even hosts movie nights here!

My wife and I always have a good experience at Honor Heights Park…read more In the Spring the blooming Azaleas and other trees, shrubs and flowers are amazing. In the summer we like to relax by the lake, feed the ducks. In the Autumn we enjoy the autumn foliage colors Winter is a time the Amazing Christmas parade of lights.

This is one of Muskogee's Best Features! I have always loved the park. The addition of the Papilion…read morewas huge. It's an incredible spot to hang out. Gorgeous raised bed gardens. Beautiful lawn. Awesome butterfly house in the spring and summer for $3 entry. You absolutely must go. I love the gift shop. The splash pad is great. Walking the pond is fun. The playground is state of the art quality. I just love it.

Beautiful peaceful park. this is where i awakened suddenly as i arrived to this current…read morecentury/milenium, if you can believe it. It's been 2 months since. I later figured out i had arrived at 3 in the morning. Of course it was stunning and scary and I was shell-shocked seeing the beauty of the trees and the construction of the park itself. this place is a special place to me now. I return sometimes just to remember where I came from and the magic of the quantum random universe. I still don't know why it happened here in this park. I have a gap in memory from the transfer from 1919 to this year. but i appreciate the happenstance.

Great park! Me and my friends like to come here to play basketball. The courts are very nice. Also,…read morethey have a very nice baseball facility. I can tell that this park is well kept.

Super duper fun spot for kids to have a great time, it was cold outside so no water pad park, but I…read morebet it's fun in the summer, the kids ran around for hours having fun, this park is huge, baseball fields, soccer fields, bathrooms close to the playground for convenience, this place was great, can't wait to come back, highly recommended

This is my favorite park to take my nieces and nephew. Besides the close proximity to my…read moreneighborhood (it's off 29th st. onto Darlington), they have two tennis courts (no lights though), a basketball court, plenty of large trees, benches, picnic tables, and a shelter. The kids absolutely love the playground area. It looks like it's pretty new and it is kept up. They really enjoy coming here. There is a small playground for younger kids and a bigger one for older kids. It has a spongy waking surface made of recycled rubber, so it soften off possible falls. Parking is only along the curb, usually best on 29th street. There are trash cans and a dog litter dispenser.

Basketball court goal has been removed. One of the key features that allured me to this park. The…read moresame happened at a park near 66th and memorial.

Well, let playground for kids lights all over the walking track. Fully lit walking track from…read moreelectric to Rotary Park.

Big open park! With one of the best disc golf courses around, Buffalo Run! It also connects to…read morewalking trails over by the hospital. My favorite part is the pavilion. It's one of the nicest, if not the nicest pavilion in town!

The Blue Whale of Catoosa has been on my Route 66 bucket list for quite a while, and I'm glad we…read morefinally made the stop. At first glance, you might wonder why people travel miles to see a giant blue whale. Then you get there, walk through it, read the story behind it, and it all starts to make sense. What began as a whimsical anniversary gift from Hugh Davis to his wife Zelta has become one of the most recognizable landmarks on the Mother Road. The recent restoration is impressive. The visitor center does an excellent job sharing the history, the grounds are clean and well maintained, and the whale looks fantastic. Walking through the whale's mouth and out the tail brought out the kid in me, while the historical displays gave me a new appreciation for the people who created it. This isn't a place where you'll spend half a day--20 to 30 minutes is about right--but it's absolutely worth the stop. It's fun, nostalgic, family-friendly, and one of those Route 66 attractions you'll be talking about long after you leave. One piece of advice for fellow Oklahoma Route 66 Passport travelers: don't get so caught up exploring that you forget to get your passport stamped...like I did! ‍ No worries--the Blue Whale gave me the perfect excuse to plan another trip down Route 66.

The Blue Whale is a historic landmark along Route 66 in Catoosa, OK. It was a stop we wanted to…read moremake rain or shine during our Route 66 Centennial Celebration road trip in the Midwest. My eldest daughter and I did just that. Yes, it was raining cats and dogs. Unfortunately, we didn't get a chance to walk outside to be closer to the Blue Whale. We did our best to capture some photos from a far of its 20 feel tall and 80 feet long frame. There is a visitor center that holds the history of its loving story. We didn't get to walk inside the center either. It was slightly disappointing to come from a far and we didn't get to experience it the way we would have liked. Yes, we could have gotten out of the car and walked on over to the whale and center. However, we didn't bring an umbrella or any covering to keep us dry from the pouring rain. Lesson learned... bring an umbrella rain or shine! LOL No regrets... just fond memories of our wonderful experiences as it is meant to be. We just weren't meant to see the Blue Whale up close and personal. All good! I didn't know until after our trip that the Blue Whale of Catoosa was built in 1972 by zoologist Hugh Davis as an anniversary gift for his wife Zelta. It evolved from a private family swimming hole into a beloved free public attraction. If you ever get a chance to visit here, please give the Blue Whale a hug for me. Thank you!

Love this hidden gem just outside of Tulsa. It's a nice lake, set low, so it feels secluded. There…read moreare walking trails and some good hiking trails too. You can even hike around the lake, which is not always easy, so if you are inexperienced, it may take up to 2 hours. Another cool feature of this park is that there is a waterfall (better pics in summer) that you can also hike all around. Lastly, not sure what's up with the goats and mules around, but they are super kind and it was like a free petting zoo for my kids. This might be our new "go to" park for walks and hikes that aren't too far from home, especially on days when you know Gathering Place is crazy packed.

I used to take my sons to this small lake over 35 years ago. Fished for crappies and sunfish. I was…read morea great little lake and great memories. To fish you used to need both a state license and a Bixby city permit.