GREAT getaway just hours drive away…read more Hiking backcountry backpacking Wilderness wildlife

Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge - A Natural Treasure in Oklahoma…read more If you're seeking a blend of stunning landscapes, diverse wildlife, and serene hiking trails, Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge is a must-visit. The Elk Mountain Trail provided a moderate hike with rewarding scenery. I saw Bison and longhorn cattle, fields of wildflowers, butterflies, and bees *just be aware and don't be dumb thinking you can touch the Bison or Cattle, they will attack you* Apparently there were prairie dogs too but I didn't see them :( For those planning an overnight stay, the Doris Campground offers a peaceful environment, though it's worth noting that there are no water hookups at individual sites We were surprised we were in Oklahoma it's an unbelievable landscape with unique rock formations.

After our third visit to this mountain state park I'm happy to say it is one of my happy places! I…read morefeel pretty lucky only having to drive about 45 minutes to get here, it's well worth the drive! I've seen many beautiful beaches from Florida to Puerto Rico but this hike and midway views are the best, this particular hike is the first left turn inside the park (if I can find the actually name I will edit it in) it has a distinctive orange barn roof and fencing that you can't really miss, we did try and go to info where a sweet young girl pointed out this trail and way to many other things for us to follow along with so we went with this trail and have stuck to it, it can take 15 to 3 hours of hiking and exploring delinks on the type of hiker you are lol are you there for the exercise and views or the fresh air and appreciation you know!

Gorgeous relaxed easy trip for Rest and hiking, biking and camp houses near the lake beachread more

If you're in the Norman area and are into hiking or the outdoors,Sutton Park is like a small…read moreparadise! You'd never think or know you were in Norman if you were blindfolded and dropped off here. Beautiful trails for exploring as well as regular walking, beautiful flowers and even a pond for fishing. I absolutely love this place and try to go at least once a month.It's a great place to get in exercise or just to take a walk and clear your head..... you know,if you're in to that kinda thing.(-;

We had a really nice walk at this park. Even in the midst of winter we engaged in bird watching and…read moreidentifying animals that inhabit the area by the droppings we spotted. You can also bring your leashed puppy on the walk too - just clean up after them if need be! So nice to be out in nature!

A touch of nature in busy, dirty, Oklahoma City! Pop in to the small building with live animals and…read moretaxidermied ones. Gorgeous trails and water!

This place is great and so much fun my kids really enjoyed it…read more We saw turtles, squirrels, deer, fish, and plenty of bugs. There are porta pottys but they were pretty clean and the playground is a big plus!

Bluff Creek is a beautiful trail and the perfect escape from the city. I love experiencing so much…read moreof Oklahoma's natural beauty here, including deer, birds, butterflies, and gorgeous views in every season. The trail is wonderful year-round and features both bike paths and pollinator-friendly gardens. It's also a popular spot for photoshoots, group workouts, and sports, so there's always a fun, lively vibe if you enjoy being around people. If you prefer a quieter experience, I recommend visiting on weekdays to avoid the crowds.

Pro: moderate size parking lot, running trails, biking trails, big field, dog friendly, playground…read more Con: no lights at night A nice park that offers walking trails, bike trails, playgrounds, a big field to play with your dogs, and more. It has a moderate size parking lot in the front and a side parking lot where the playgrounds are. On the front gate they have trash can and doggy station that offer bags to pick up after your pets. All in all, a nice park to stop by and enjoy in your free time.

We come here often to go for a walk and get exercise or bring our dog to the park. The walking path…read moreis shaded in some spots and sunny in others. You can see some pretty greenery in the spring and summer. There's a little stream and a walking bridge that you can go over. There's a dog park for small dogs and big dogs. Sometimes I notice people in the small dog park with large dogs, so we are not able to go in. Little annoying. Most of the people do not pick up their dog's poop along the trail. Good to go for a nice summer day for outdoor activities.

This is a very nice nature trail. I was at the entrance at NE 10th street and Midwest blvd in…read moreMidwest city ok. This area is surrounded by huge pecan trees tht produce every year. They even placed a pecan sheller for those tht harvest them. The trail winds thru the trees and behind done neighborhoods. This section is approximately 2+ miles and winds along soldier creek. It is fully paved with a slight grade in some areas. It is totally wheelchair accessible. As always just pay attention to your surrounding.

These are some great trails right next to the Oklahoma River!!…read more Paved and flat, until you go under some of the bridges here, this was a great spot for me to get my runs in while I was here!! Easy parking, you will see the occasional runner or biker here depending on when you come. I did see a group run also! Along with the river, you do get some good views of the OKC skyline here!!

If you like long distance biking without a lot of incline or congestion, then the Oklahoma River…read moreTrails are for you. I mean, who wouldn't want to go fast without having to zig-zag in between runners, families or other bikes? The trail is well paved with the occasional slight gravel, which is totally avoidable. The path is somewhat like a large 13 mile oval shape, without any street crossings or stop signs. This would be a perfect spot to train for races. I would not recommend bringing your families on the trail just because road bikers are going fairly fast. Wouldn't want a little one stumbling in front of a bike going 20-30 miles a hour. For the sake of runners, the unseen corners are well marked with caution signs and there are two lanes to avoid collision. Overall it's a beautiful spot, there are geese and some other water fowl and the sun hits the river perfectly. There's a moment where you are riding beside a view of the city as well as the beautiful trail. This is probably the least congested biking trail I've been to in Oklahoma City. I would recommend starting at/ parking at Devon Boathouse at Regatta Park. There's also additional parking across the street. I could see this place being a good spot for group bikers as well, it's not far from Bricktown if you want to ride into the city a little bit to grab a bite to eat.

I Purchased a Groupon on March 5, 2020. I have made two phone calls & so far no return calls. I've…read moremade yet another call today. This business seems to be very unprofessional and I am going to request a complete refund! Not acceptable! Giving one star only because I have to. I am so disappointed.

Very nice little park on the north side of Moore. It has a splash pad, playgrounds, walking and…read morebiking trails, picnic and pavilion areas along with some limited fishing. There are no pet parks or established sports fields. It's geared more to younger kids. There are restrooms but they are always from the playscapes. .

This is the GOAT of splash pads in the OKC metro area. Believe me, I've been to most of them with…read moremy toddler. The things that set them apart from other splash pads is a tall waterslide(the main attraction) and a huge pirate bucket that fills up with God knows how many gallons of water and then causes a mini hurricane every time it empties. There is ample parking close by, it's well-maintained and there's an adjacent high quality playground (really impressed, city of Moore!) that's also great for kids to play in after they dry off. It's everything you could want for a water adventure with the kiddos, and more!

Another day trip from OKC took us to Holy City, OK. Thts the actual name. the site features…read morestructures like Pilate's Judgment Hall, Herod's Court, the Garden of Gethsemane, and a chapel modeled after Christ Church in Alexandria, Virginia. The perform a passion play called the prince of peace which first ran during Easter 1926. Make sure you wear good solid shoes as there are many rocky areas. The site also has a memorial for the Oklahoma City bombing victims, a Veterans Walkway, and an 11-foot marble Christ statue. This past April they performed the 100th annual play.

What an interesting place! In 1920's, a preacher decided to build a replica of the holy land and…read moreJerusalem. By 1934, his quest was complete. There are multiple buildings and structures to remind you of the Holy Land. Each year the annual Easter pageant is held here. 2025 will be the 100 year anniversary. The inside of the chapel is quite beautiful. If you're a Christian like myself and Glenda, so things are quite touching And meaningful. Well worth stopping if you're in the area. It's a short drive from Medicine Park, Oklahoma, which you definitely need to see! Glenda took way more pictures than I did.