This was quite an experience for here in Oklahoma. I took my in-laws out here not really knowing…read morewhat to expect. It is a couple hour drive from OKC. We took shovels, pails and other digging instruments along with snacks and drinks. We did not realize there would not be anyplace to clean off so I suggest taking a cooler full of water and towels for wiping off after. There is no other way than to get dirty while doing this and the salt dries on your skin. We scored all kinds of crystals. There are limits as to what you can get. We didn't get close to tht plus not sure how anyone would know as we didn't see a soul. We just started out in holes tht others had made and went from there. Once we found the first couple it was game on. Great day trip.

Not super easy to find but keep driving around! Stunning. Probably best in springtime or summerread more

Get ready to climb! Well worth a visit. Great spot to have a picnic lunch with loved ones.read more

I discovered Gloss Mountain State Park by driving Highway 412 through Oklahoma. It's a roadside…read morestop that can't be missed. And what stands out about the park are the red and green tones of the surrounding landscape. I had a few extra hours to spare and was intrigued by the colorful valley that I never expected to find traveling the flat plains of Oklahoma. The closest town to Gloss Mountain is Fairview, OK, about 13 miles from downtown. Arriving here, there is no entrance fee. There is no park ranger. It's come and go as you please. Hours are from dawn till dusk every day. There was actually a sign on the entrance gate saying they lock up at 9pm, so maybe keep that in mind because in this part of Oklahoma during summertime, the sun doesn't set till pretty late. Exploring Gloss Mountain is simple and can take 1 hour or up to a few hours to explore depending how detailed a hiker you are. After entering the park, leave your car in the lot and then there's a hiking trail for you to take. It's called Cathedral Mountain Trail leading you directly to the summit plateau of Gloss Mountain. It's 1.2 miles in total including a 150 step climb. The hike is not hard and along the way up there are a few benches to sit down on and take a rest, or look down on the sights below. The views from high above Gloss Mountain are the big highlight. I was really surprised by the scenery. To have this type of rugged setting with red and green colors took me by surprise. You'd never expect it out of anywhere in Oklahoma. Maybe further west if you were randomly guessing on a map, but overall, the overlooks were pleasant. And once at the mesa top, you can follow the pathway around at your own leisure. It's a circular walk covering most of Gloss Mountain. Because...there's a back section to the summit and you're afforded 360 degree panoramas of the terrain. Also, there was a particular plateau called Lone Peak Mountain, that had an impressive appearance in the distance. Eventually the trails ends at a chained fence but you have another opportunity to sit down on a bench and breathe in some fresh Oklahoma air. And if you're following the trail around, you finish things looking at the eastern part of Gloss Mountain. This area had more of a flat, farmland setting. Still, you can always cross back over to the west side which had the better images. Finally, heading down the mountain takes a few minutes. Before returning to your car and back out on Highway 412, there's a short paved path leading to a plaque honoring Gloss Mountain as an official Oklahoma State Park. It's a good last minute photo opp combining the shrine monument and Oklahoma's state flag waving in the background together. Some extra things to say... - There are vault toilets in the parking lot including a random soda machine. - For mid June at 4pm, it was 105 degrees outside and pretty unbearable temperatures. But you just have to mentally block out the heat from your mind, a task easier said than done. - It was windy at the top of Gloss Mountain. I struggled to use my camera stand and had to stop being so obsessed with picture taking and just enjoy nature. - You can pick up a park brochure next to the front entrance which gives an introduction into what you can expect from a visit. Overall, Gloss Mountain State Park was scenic for being such a random roadside pullover off Highway 412 in the middle of Oklahoma. The red and green vista point perspectives provide guests with that special sightseeing factor. In the end, it made the decision for me to stop here and explore for a little while, a rewarding one.

Was not impressed one bit. If you don't have access to an ATV or off-road vehicle, this place is a…read morewaste of time. We thought we'd be able to just drive up and see sand dunes, and we were very disappointed.

If you own a 4-wheeler, off-road vehicle, or motorcycle, this is probably a bucket list location…read morefor you. I mean, just the idea of sand dunes to fly across, in the middle of Oklahoma, is fascinating. This past weekend, the family and I made a day trip to visit several state parks, and Little Sahara was one of our stops. We did not have any ORVs with us, but we really enjoyed the observation deck and the short little walk up to it. Also, the restrooms at the state park were in unusually good shape. Kudos!

Not a bad little park, or big park. There's a snow cone stand, Ferris wheel , a train that…read moresupposedly goes through that we never saw, and play areas. A bunch of people were having birthday parties, and there are several covered picnic seating areas around with grills. Both my little ones had a blast at their friends birthday party! Definitely, a good place to stop by if you have kids and are in Enid.

For about $75 you can get a cart and greens for two people here. Front nine isn't anything…read morespectacular but the back nine is fairly enjoyable. While not a very technical course it does have a decent layout but the rough is narrow in areas so if you have a bad slice or hook there is a good chance you'll be in another fairway. All in all an enjoyable golf course nestled next to a decent city park and right down the road they have mini-golf.

I am all about crystals and this spot was amazing. We left from okc at 7 am and got there at 9 am…read more We literally didn't leave till 1 pm . They do have rules so make sure you read them. Be caffeinated the selenite crystal are sharp. Before you go make sure you take a tent cover the sun is hot and water. You need digging tools and a bucket . All I can say the view is nice a lot of people go and you should too. I recommend this spot .

How many fun activities are there that do not cost a thing and are truly unique in Oklahoma? So far…read moreI've discovered a few but crystal digging at the Salt Plains is truly quite the experience by far. Only a 2-hour drive from OKC, crystal digging at the Salt Plains National Wildlife Refuge is fun for all ages, even your dog! We don't have one but jt was amusing other people's pet running around getting excited all over the place. The husband and I arrived at the dig site at 11am on an overcast day which was perfect! Highly suggest that you wear your hats and sunscreen, though. The reflections on the salt is harsh even with an overcast. We went armed with lots of towels, trowels, buckets, and gallons of water to rinse the selenite crystals. The crystals are unique and cannot be found anywhere in the world as they have the hourglass shaped phantoms in the middle. Don't forget to give the undercarriage of your car a good rinse as soon as you can afterwards because salt can cause rust.

The pool was not open as of this date but appeared to be huge and was over ten feet deep in the…read moredeepest area with changing, shower, and restroom facilities attached. There's also a great slide that drops you in the deepest end. The setting is beautiful nestled in the woods very near the fresh water spring and meandering stream running through the park. This pool must be a popular activity for all the campers and day visitors in the middle of the blazing summer Oklahoma heat. We will be back!

I love this little park focused on Native American history. The walk around is not too long nor is…read moreit very hilly...suitable for all physical capabilities. It does get pretty warm during the summer months. Be sure and stop by the museum before you head out. If you're in the area during the fall, don't miss the powwow just across the street.

This is a great little walk around. Not intense. Slight little hills up and down. Wore the kids out…read moreon their scooters. They got to learn some about the Native's in our area as there was historical points throughout the park, several monuments and areas to push buttons and be told background history. There's a small pond. The area was well maintained. The grass was long in some places which to me was very pretty. Lots of trees and nice shade. Benches too. Good parking. Had a great time!

This is a great park for kids. Moderately OK for walking around or picnicking. Really good for…read morebaseball and skateboarding. There is a huge Jungle Gym , Play Place piece of equipment. It has some ramps so parts of it are handicap accessible. There are not a lot of swings but one of them is handicapped accessible but not a wheelchair swing. Almost every time I come to this park I see homeless people. Only once was there an altercation. But it's enough to make you not want to come in the early morning unless you have a buddy. The bathroom and picnic facility are usually in decent condition.

Good park... good times... besides the kids always being there it is a great park to add character…read moreto the neighborhood #livinlaughinandlovin

This is a gem of a park. Facilities were very clean as was the entire park. I gave it a three…read morebecause as a hiker the trails were virtually unmarked. The map they gave me from the park office was totally worthless. A bunch of dotted lines on a paper with no landmarks for you to see where you are at. I found Owl cave and Water cave clearly by accident. They should be on the map.

We stayed with our 4 children over Fall Break. The park is small compared to other state parks, but…read morethe caves were great. The two staff working in the visitors center on Saturday morning, 10/18 (a man and a woman) acted like that was the last place on earth that they wanted to be. They were very rude and off putting. However, the man that gave the 9:00 tour was great and made the tour very educational.

Absolutely recommend walking the mile long trail! It's so beautiful and very peaceful!read more

A beautiful and well kept state park I will go back to as soon as I can. The staff was so helpful…read moreand always around when we needed anything. We stayed in the one bedroom cabin and we're very happy with the accommodations. Sadly there were storms most of the time so we didn't get to use the pool, but it looked very nice and very well maintained. I definitely want to go back in the winter and have a cozy place to relax with the family.