I haven't been here in a while and my friends and I decided to go for a walk to get some exercise…read more We got up early and went to beat the heat. It was very nice walking the path in the morning. There were a couple other people up early as well. The path was fairly clean, although we did pass an area where someone threw at least 4 used diapers on the ground instead of walking 40 feet to the trash can. There is not any shade at this walking/ biking path, so bring some sunblock, wear sunglasses, and wear a hat. There are lots of birds and animals to see. We saw some sort of mongoose looking animal that was super cute to watch. He has brown fur and was long and skinny. He was jumping from rock to rock at the lighthouse area. There's a lot of restaurants near the parking area we were at.

Lake Hefner or the older name Bluk Creek Resrvoir named after former mayor Robert A Hefner in 1945…read morebecause he played a crucial role in developing OKC water system and Oklahoma City council decided to rename it to recognize his hard work and dedications...Its located in northwestern part of OKC...its a peaceful gem. It has beautiful scenery, water front, lighthouse and etc. this lake also is popular for boating, fishing , birdwatching, cycling, jogging and other outdoor activities...There are also nearby waterfront restaurants...if you are visiting OKC and want to explore something beyond Bricktown, museums, downtown attractions and etc this lake is worth adding to your itinerary...Its a beautiful reminder that OKC has much more offer than people might think!!!

Spring Creek disc golf course is located within the boundaries of the lake Arcadia park. There are…read moretwo 18 hole courses. The red and the blue. The red is a little shorter and is more inland while the blue is closer to the water. We played the blue and after the first hole across an open field you are pretty mini. The woods for the rest. The fairways are tight and lots of high grass and woods. Pay attention to where your disc lands as it can be a tough find in some areas. The holes are all pretty short and it was pretty easy to navigate and follow the signage. This was my first time here and really enjoyed it. Took just shy of 2 hrs to play. It is free to play sort of. You have to pay 10 dollars per car with max 5 occupants to get into the park itself.

Adventure abounds 2.5 miles east of I-35 on 15th street in Edmond. Here, the street ends and…read moreArcadia Lake begins. This 194 acre spot is one of the best kept secrets in the OKC metro area. A trip to Lake Arcadia can be a modest affair, staying in the car driving through the park around sunset, maybe walking out on the dock watching the sun fade away for the day, or it can be an all day adventure with boating and picnics and barbecues. Early on in 2020 we realized we needed to renew our park pass for Lake Arcadia as we could see this may be a loooong year (boy, we were right on the money). Eighty dollars will get a vehicle in the park for a year if you are an OKC resident. Edmond residents can buy a year park pass for a 20% discount per year (about $64 dollars). This gets you unlimited entry into the park. I'd highly recommend it. I've always said one of my most favorite parts of living in Oklahoma has been the celebration in the sky at the end of daylight ringing in that night is upon us. I'm not from Oklahoma and I will say that the sunsets here are second to none. This park, especially the dock facing west next to the boat ramp is one of my most favorite places to watch the relay of the daylight sun passing into the Southern Hemisphere. Just as dusk settles in wildlife really begin to peek out from the woods. If you have kiddos and can manage to work in a drive through Arcadia at dusk, they'd love to see all the deer (definitely deer), and maybe turkeys, cranes, eagles, scissor-tailed flycatchers, and hawks that come around when most of the all-day lake goers have left for the day. Treat yourself to a sunset here and learn why it's worth every bit of $80 to get to come here as often as you want. October 2020

Businesses like Flat Tide make me proud to be an Oklahoman. How many times have you heard, "there's…read morenothing to do here," from visitors? Now we locals can tell them, you must be thinking of Kansas. We've got Flat Tide! Flat Tide brings their truck of stand up paddle boards (SUP) to Lake Overholser every morning. They provide very cool classes on Intro SUP, Eco Tours, Yoga, and SUP boot camp. I bet you didn't know that Overholser has a network of streams to the north of the lake. There is so much cool stuff to see. It's very cool to go bird watching on a paddle board. The SUP boards are very easy to maneuver. You don't have to get into the water unless you want to. And you may want to! I stuck my legs off the board and splashed myself because it was getting hot doing a work out on the board. Melissa, owner of the Shape Project, taught the boot camp work it class. It was definitely a challenge. Just a warning to those who get motion sickness, you may want to be careful. I was a little dizzy by the time we started doing squats on the boards. You can rent the boards for $15/hour or participate in a class. Families can share boards, which I thought was awesome. You can get a large board and put you and a younger child on the board with you. Or a dog! I think I might bring my dog next time and see how he likes it. Flat Tide also provides life vests that come in fanny packs. (You pull the cord to inflate the vest in an emergency)

Flat Tide Rocks! I came to Flat Tide, having paddleboarded…read morebefore. I was expecting a normal, "Here you go come back in an hour", type of mood from the owners, Jason and Paige. Instead not only did they introduce me to everyone who worked there, they offered tips, instruction and even took me on a tour in the lake. Everyone there was extremely welcoming and friendly. Eric was another great guy who worked their and even gave me tips on how to improve my efficiency and speed when on the board. Not only are they great owners, but they are all genuine friends. If you have not paddle boarded before or just want to have a great time, I highly recommend FLAT TIDE! Also the SUP Yoga class taught by Kerry was FANTASTIC! We were all getting limber, hanging out and goofing off! I thoroughly enjoyed my time hanging out with this incredible group!

Lake Overholser offers a serene escape in Oklahoma City. The loop around the lake provides stunning…read morewater and prairie views, particularly at sunset. Trails are well-kept, shaded, and ideal for easy hikes. Picnic spots abound, and fishing yields decent catches like bass. Boat ramps cater to kayakers, though windy days can be challenging. The Overholser Dam is a highlight for photos. This underrated gem suits families or anyone seeking a peaceful nature outing. Highly recommended!

Love lake Overholser it's a great place to run, bike and walk. It is pretty clean and the views are…read morebeautiful. Very peaceful place to recreate!

Arcadia lake is a small man made lake NE of OKC and just east of Edmond. There are several…read moreentrance points depending on where you are coming from. The cost to enter is 10 bucks per car with max of 5 passengers and 3 bucks each for any over tht. It is a full service park with camping, swimming, disc golf and just about anything else you would like. There are shade picnic and pavilion areas located all around. Not sure on the cost for camping or anything else as we just utilized the disc golf course but the park and lake looked good.

Not everything about the lake is bad. Not everything about it is good either…read more The positives: lots of activities to do, great picnic and camping spots, pretty large in size, free and beautiful The negatives: water looks dirty, dead wildlife which I don't like to see Overall, more positives than negatives

Scissortail Park - Oklahoma City, Oklahoma!…read more A beautiful park with a wonderful history and peaceful walk! Definitely worth the walk, especially if you love discovering unique landmarks and snapping photos along the way. Don't leave without capturing a picture with the giant scissors and feather! Located in the heart of downtown Oklahoma City, Scissortail Park is a wonderful destination filled with beautiful landscaping, walking trails, open green spaces, and unique photo opportunities. Don't miss the giant scissors and feather sculptures! These are fun and iconic spots to capture some great memories during your visit. Fun fact: The park is named after Oklahoma's state bird, the scissor-tailed flycatcher. The impressive 31-foot feather sculpture, called Taking Flight: Light as a Feather, celebrates the park's connection to nature and public art.

Scissortail Park is an impressive, vibrant urban park with so much to offer. From basketball courts…read moreand pickleball, soccer field, playground to outdoor fitness classes and a farmers market the day I went, it's clear the park was designed to bring people together and keep the community active. There's an energy to the place that feels welcoming and full of life. One of the standout features is the lush greenery and wildflower plantings throughout the grounds. Even in the fall, you can see how thoughtfully the landscape was designed and it's easy to imagine how stunning and colorful everything must look in the spring when the flowers are in full bloom. It's a beautiful space with a lot of visual interest. That said, Scissortail Park isn't exactly a quiet escape. Its location right next to the freeway means you'll hear a steady hum of traffic almost everywhere you go. On one side of the park the noise is slightly muffled, but it never fully disappears. Add in the loud music from group classes like Zumba, and the atmosphere leans more energetic than peaceful. Overall, Scissortail Park is a gorgeous, activity packed destination, perfect for recreation, community events, and enjoying the outdoors , just don't expect a serene, quiet retreat. It's lively, beautiful, and full of things to do.

This place is gorgeous!!! Although we did have some trouble finding the campground since the only…read moredirections send you to the main state park address and this campground is a good 10 minutes away down a different road with no signs! Once we got here we were enchanted...beautiful site on the lake and a very helpful state park employee at the front gate.

Beautiful park. Well maintained trails and a great place to get away. Most Oklahoma state parks now…read morecharge fees, though.

The walking taco are the best and the dock and store staff are amazing and the best atmosphereread more

How much fun! Beautiful cove with friendly employees. If you're going to Lake Thunderbird…read moredefinitely stop by. They have pontoons for rent, everything you need in the store for a day at the lake and it's just peaceful there.

I've been here for 5 years and only caught 3 bass. You can't even catch a bluegill ! Someone please…read morestock this lake !!

There's no fish in this lake ! Tell me I'm wrong. You can't catch a bluegill on a worm much less a…read morebass. STOCK IT WITH FISH PLEASE !!

They need to restock the pond haven't caught one fish in there for a year I've seen only 2 people…read morecatch a fish.

Park playground a 5 star. Also the scenery and layout a 5…read morestar. Short 15 min drive from the house. There was quite a few people out on the day we went. I was sad to see Porta potties there vs the bathrooms being open... But I guess that's how it goes these days? The bad Porta pottie was in bad shape Porta potties don't have sanitizer in them ... Definitely had serious bugs in them.... Unfortunate Will try to get out here again sometime. If only the parks department sent someone out weekly this could be a nice area! Respectfully, Bryan Yukon, Oklahoma