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Hikes in Oklahoma

For those who enjoy an active vacation, we have lots of suggestions in Oklahoma. Use our Travel Guide as a source of inspiration for planning your next adventure and browse through descriptions and route details of the most beautiful hikes.
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Tulsa, OK: Winding Stair Mountain Loop
Difficulty moderate
34.8 km
10:04 h
798 m
800 m
One of Oklahoma's best weekend trips, this 21.7-mile loop circles Winding Stair Mountain for an up-close view of the Ouachita National Forest's most scenic stretch.
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Oklahoma City, OK: Wichita Mountain Wildlife Refuge
Difficulty moderate
6 km
1:34 h
49 m
50 m
Watch for bison, elk and other migratory species on this easy 3.7-mile lollipop loop through oak forests and grassland in southwest Oklahoma's Wichita Mountain Wildlife Refuge.
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Tulsa: Robber's Cave State Park
Difficulty moderate
16.1 km
4:34 h
379 m
385 m
This 10-mile loop explores Jesse James's old hideout then links gurgling streams and quiet ponds in the rugged folds of the San Bois Mountains.
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Oklahoma City, OK: McGee Creek
Difficulty moderate
9.1 km
2:21 h
63 m
62 m
Dip into the 8,900-acre McGee Creek Natural Scenic Area for an easy out-and-back that peeks into Bugaboo Canyon and some of Oklahoma's least-traveled territory.
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Tulsa: Ridge Trail Loop
Difficulty moderate
6.5 km
1:52 h
100 m
72 m
Turkey Mountain Urban Wilderness Area features a best-in-class overlook of the bustling city and the Arkansas River.
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Tulsa, OK: Winding Stair Mountain Loop
Difficulty moderate
Distance 34.8 km
Duration 10:04 h
Ascent 798 m
Descent 800 m

One of Oklahoma's best weekend trips, this 21.7-mile loop circles Winding Stair Mountain for an up-close view of the Ouachita National Forest's ...

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from BACKPACKER Magazine,   BACKPACKER Magazine
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Oklahoma City, OK: Wichita Mountain Wildlife Refuge
Difficulty moderate
Distance 6 km
Duration 1:34 h
Ascent 49 m
Descent 50 m

Watch for bison, elk and other migratory species on this easy 3.7-mile lollipop loop through oak forests and grassland in southwest Oklahoma's ...

from BACKPACKER Magazine,   BACKPACKER Magazine
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Tulsa: Robber's Cave State Park
Difficulty moderate
Distance 16.1 km
Duration 4:34 h
Ascent 379 m
Descent 385 m

This 10-mile loop explores Jesse James's old hideout then links gurgling streams and quiet ponds in the rugged folds of the San Bois Mountains.

2
from BACKPACKER Magazine,   BACKPACKER Magazine
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Oklahoma City, OK: McGee Creek
Difficulty moderate
Distance 9.1 km
Duration 2:21 h
Ascent 63 m
Descent 62 m

Dip into the 8,900-acre McGee Creek Natural Scenic Area for an easy out-and-back that peeks into Bugaboo Canyon and some of Oklahoma's least ...

from BACKPACKER Magazine,   BACKPACKER Magazine
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Tulsa: Ridge Trail Loop
Map / Tulsa: Ridge Trail Loop
Difficulty moderate
Distance 6.5 km
Duration 1:52 h
Ascent 100 m
Descent 72 m

Turkey Mountain Urban Wilderness Area features a best-in-class overlook of the bustling city and the Arkansas River.

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from BACKPACKER Magazine,   BACKPACKER Magazine
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Oklahoma City: Watonga Lake North Loop
Map / Oklahoma City: Watonga Lake North Loop
Difficulty moderate
Distance 7.4 km
Duration 2:02 h
Ascent 47 m
Descent 47 m

Hike or bike around the quiet shores of Watonga Lake, then into the brushy hills on this moderate 4.9-mile loop in Roman Nose State Park.

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Kenton, OK: Black Mesa
Difficulty moderate
Distance 13.6 km
Duration 3:37 h
Ascent 202 m
Descent 202 m

Hike to Oklahoma's secluded highpoint.

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Tulsa, OK: Winding Stair Mountain Loop by Joshua
May 06, 2020 · Community
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Oklahoma City: Watonga Lake North Loop by Kelly
May 06, 2020 · Community
I liked this route! few trails were slightly off and the dam section was closed so we couldn't make the full loop and had to turn around. However, this trail had great views and was moderate as described I would recommend this trail! Watch out for closures.
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Tulsa: Robber's Cave State Park by April
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