![]() The cattle ranches of the early days soon converted to a crop-based economy. In the event of inclement weather, information about cancellation of hikes will be available by calling the state park listed or checking /OklahomaStateParks.Settlement of the public lands in the former Indian Territory progressed rapidly once they were opened to entry. Participating Oklahoma State Parks are offering hot chocolate and warm beverages after completion of the hikes and encourage visitors to stay and explore other areas or enjoy the quiet beauty of the parks in the wintertime. Bring a camera or binoculars for wildlife viewing, and don’t forget water and snacks. Hikers should remember to wear weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable shoes. Bring your own mug and help us reduce waste! 91. Following each event, participants are invited to enjoy warm refreshments at Three Forks Nature Center. Sequoyah State Park, Hulbert: Two different hikes are scheduled. at the park office for an easy, 1-mile hike along the paved Family Fun Trail. Greenleaf State Park, Braggs: Meet at 10 a.m. at the pro shop for an easy, 2.2-mile walk along the paved cart path below the Pensacola Dam. Grand Cherokee Golf Course at Grand Lake State Park, Langley: Meet at 2 p.m. at the nature center for an easy, 1-mile hike along the paved Heart Healthy Trail. 91īernice Area at Grand Lake State Park, Bernice: Meet at 11 a.m. The easy, 1-mile hikes will be along the Creek Loop Trail. Osage Hills State Park, Pawhuska: Meet at the ball field at midnight for the first hike. Afterwards, hikers can enjoy coffee and hot chocolate. The moderate, 1.25-mile hikes will be held on the Rangers Pass Trail. The first hike begins at 12:01 a.m., and the second begins at 10:30 a.m. Keystone State Park, Mannford: Meet at the park office. Roman Nose State Park, Watonga: Meet at noon in the lodge lobby for a moderate, 3-mile hike to Inspiration Point. for a moderate, 5-mile hike on the Healthy Heart and Nature Trail. Great Plains State Park, Mountain Park: Meet at the park office at 10 a.m. for a moderate, 2-mile hike on the Great Western Trail. 40įoss State Park, Foss: Meet at the Cedar Point shelter at 2 p.m. at the Eagles’ Nest Pavilion at CS2530 and Eagle View Road for a moderate, 3-mile hike on the Western Oaks Heart Healthy Trail. 58įort Cobb State Park, Fort Cobb: Meet at 9:30 a.m. at the trailhead of the Scout Trail for a moderate, 1-mile hike. 58īoiling Springs State Park, Woodward: Meet at 2 p.m. for an easy, 1/2-mile hike on the cavern trail. 40.Īlabaster Caverns State Park, Freedom: Meet at the park office at 10 a.m. The first will take guests on the Nature Trail while the second will take guests on a paved, accessible trail. at the Discovery Cove Nature Center for three different hikes. Lake Thunderbird State Park, Norman: Meet at 11 a.m. for an easy-to-moderate, 1.5-mile hike along the Nature Center Loop. Lake Murray State Park, Ardmore: Meet at the Nature Center at 11 a.m. at T-Hill in the park for an easy, 1.4-mile walk through the Potapo Campground. McGee Creek State Park, Atoka: Meet at 1 p.m. The 1-mile Outdoor Classroom hike will take approximately 45 minutes. The moderate-to-strenuous Mountain Trail is three miles long and will take approximately 2 hours to complete. Robbers Cave State Park, Wilburton: Two separate hikes will be held simultaneously. at the Visitor Center for an easy, 1.5 mile hike on the Chinkapin Trail. Lake Eufaula State Park, Eufaula: Meet at 10 a.m. at the Forest Heritage Center for an easy, 1-mile hike along the Forest Heritage Center Tree Trail. 91īeavers Bend State Park, Broken Bow: Meet at 11 a.m. ![]() for a moderate, 1/2-mile hike on the Trivia Trail. For information on the individual parks, visit .įirst Day Hikes will be held in the following Oklahoma State Parks:Īrrowhead Area at Lake Eufaula State Park, Canadian: Meet at the park office at 10 a.m. Park staff and volunteers will lead the free hikes. ![]() Nineteen state parks will host hikes on New Year’s Day. “We enjoy making new friends and meeting those who come to the state parks for this event.” “The First Day Hikes continue to be a great resource for our guests and state park personnel to gather in the fresh air and beautiful surroundings of the parks,” said Oklahoma State Parks Director Kris Marek. The free, guided hikes present an opportunity to begin the new year on a healthy perspective by getting outdoors, connecting with nature and promoting year-round recreation. OKLAHOMA CITY - In keeping with an annual tradition, Oklahoma State Parks will again host First Day Hikes on Wednesday, Jan. Press release from Oklahoma Tourism & Recreation Department ![]()
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