In previous stories about the best hikes in Oklahoma, we’ve featured many fantastic hiking spots in the Sooner State! However, we found a few more to add to our lists that are absolutely incredible. From lush greenery to lakeside views, these are the best easy hikes in Oklahoma that all need to be added to your outdoor bucket list. Check them out!

  1. Gloss Mountains, Fairview

TravelOk/Facebook The views of the surrounding mesas make this easy trek worth the trip. The loop is only 1.2 miles in length and is relatively easy. The Gloss Mountains are a very unique geological wonder in Oklahoma worth exploring via trail. Gloss Mountain State Park, US-412, Fairview, OK 73737, USA

  1. Washita Battlefield, Cheyenne

J Stephen Conn/Flickr Washita Battlefield has two trails for visitors to enjoy - The Dust and Fire Trail and the trail on site. The first trail is a .4 mile paved trail that takes you around the visitor center. The 2nd trail on site is 1.5 miles long and will lead you to Black Kettle’s village - the location of the battle. Washita Battlefield National Historic Site, Cheyenne, OK 73628, USA

  1. Natural Falls State Park, West Siloam Springs

TravelOK/Facebook Dripping Springs Trail is one trail within the park that is almost a mile long loop. You’ll pass by beautiful springs and gorgeous scenery before arriving at the 77 ft. waterfall. Natural Falls State Park, W, US-412, West Siloam Springs, OK 74338, USA

  1. Boiling Springs State Park, Woodward

TravelOK/Facebook The Boiling Springs State Park Trail System consists of five different easy trails ranging in length from three quarters of a mile long to one and a half miles long. Depending on the trail, you’ll enjoy river views, spectacular scenery and wildlife. Boiling Springs State Park, 207745 Boiling, The Springs Rd, Woodward, OK 73801, USA

  1. Beavers Bend State Park, Broken Bow

TravelOK/Facebook Located in southeastern Oklahoma, Beavers Bend State Park is an outdoor oasis for every activity. Visitors can choose from easy, nature trails to advanced, hiking trails. A great option for an easy hike is the Forest Heritage Tree Trail - a 1.1-mile looped trail that begins and ends at the Forest Heritage Center Museum. Beavers Bend State Park and Nature Center, 4350 S, OK-259A, Broken Bow, OK 74728, USA

  1. Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, Lawton

Larry Smith/Flickr The refuge has over 15 miles of hiking trails that range from easy to advanced. Beginner hikers should try the trail that starts at the Quanah Parker Lake Dam. This is one amazing nature hike in Oklahoma you will never forget. Wichita Mountains National Wildlife Refuge, 32 Refuge Headquarters Road, Indiahoma, OK 73552, USA

  1. Roman Nose State Park, Watonga

TravelOK/Facebook The Roman Nose State Park Trail consists of four interconnected trails ranging from beginner to intermediate. The foliage and lake views make this trail system a favorite. Roman Nose State Park, Lodge & Golf Course, 3236 OK-8A, Watonga, OK 73772, USA

  1. Lake Thunderbird State Park, Norman

TravelOK/Facebook The Clear Bay Recreation Area Trail System at Lake Thunderbird State Park is the perfect place for hikers of all levels. The five interconnecting trails offer over 18 miles for every level hiker. Beginners should stick with the 1.5 mile Green Loop or the 1 mile Yellow Loop. Lake Thunderbird State Park, 13101 Alameda Dr, Norman, OK 73026, USA

  1. Greenleaf State Park, Braggs

TravelOK/Facebook The three trails at Greenleaf State Park range in length from one mile to 18 miles. The two easiest hikes for beginners are the Family Fun Trail and the Deer Run nature Trail. This exciting suspension bridge is located 2.5 miles out on the Ankle Express Hiking Trail for those looking for a more moderate hike. Greenleaf State Park, 12022 Greenleaf Rd, Braggs, OK 74423, USA

  1. Turkey Mountain, Tulsa

geoff dude/Flickr Overlooking the Arkansas River in Tulsa is Turkey Mountain - home to miles and miles of some of the best hiking in Tulsa. For a relatively easy hike, try out the Blue Trail - a 1.5-mile looped trail that passes by a lake and goes into the heart of Turkey Mountain. Turkey Mountain, Tulsa, OK 74132, USA

Where is your favorite place to go hiking in Oklahoma? Tell us your thoughts in the comments.

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The views of the surrounding mesas make this easy trek worth the trip. The loop is only 1.2 miles in length and is relatively easy. The Gloss Mountains are a very unique geological wonder in Oklahoma worth exploring via trail.

Gloss Mountain State Park, US-412, Fairview, OK 73737, USA

J Stephen Conn/Flickr

Washita Battlefield has two trails for visitors to enjoy - The Dust and Fire Trail and the trail on site. The first trail is a .4 mile paved trail that takes you around the visitor center. The 2nd trail on site is 1.5 miles long and will lead you to Black Kettle’s village - the location of the battle.

Washita Battlefield National Historic Site, Cheyenne, OK 73628, USA

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Dripping Springs Trail is one trail within the park that is almost a mile long loop. You’ll pass by beautiful springs and gorgeous scenery before arriving at the 77 ft. waterfall.

Natural Falls State Park, W, US-412, West Siloam Springs, OK 74338, USA

The Boiling Springs State Park Trail System consists of five different easy trails ranging in length from three quarters of a mile long to one and a half miles long. Depending on the trail, you’ll enjoy river views, spectacular scenery and wildlife.

Boiling Springs State Park, 207745 Boiling, The Springs Rd, Woodward, OK 73801, USA

Located in southeastern Oklahoma, Beavers Bend State Park is an outdoor oasis for every activity. Visitors can choose from easy, nature trails to advanced, hiking trails. A great option for an easy hike is the Forest Heritage Tree Trail - a 1.1-mile looped trail that begins and ends at the Forest Heritage Center Museum.

Beavers Bend State Park and Nature Center, 4350 S, OK-259A, Broken Bow, OK 74728, USA

Larry Smith/Flickr

The refuge has over 15 miles of hiking trails that range from easy to advanced. Beginner hikers should try the trail that starts at the Quanah Parker Lake Dam. This is one amazing nature hike in Oklahoma you will never forget.

Wichita Mountains National Wildlife Refuge, 32 Refuge Headquarters Road, Indiahoma, OK 73552, USA

The Roman Nose State Park Trail consists of four interconnected trails ranging from beginner to intermediate. The foliage and lake views make this trail system a favorite.

Roman Nose State Park, Lodge & Golf Course, 3236 OK-8A, Watonga, OK 73772, USA

The Clear Bay Recreation Area Trail System at Lake Thunderbird State Park is the perfect place for hikers of all levels. The five interconnecting trails offer over 18 miles for every level hiker. Beginners should stick with the 1.5 mile Green Loop or the 1 mile Yellow Loop.

Lake Thunderbird State Park, 13101 Alameda Dr, Norman, OK 73026, USA

The three trails at Greenleaf State Park range in length from one mile to 18 miles. The two easiest hikes for beginners are the Family Fun Trail and the Deer Run nature Trail. This exciting suspension bridge is located 2.5 miles out on the Ankle Express Hiking Trail for those looking for a more moderate hike.

Greenleaf State Park, 12022 Greenleaf Rd, Braggs, OK 74423, USA

geoff dude/Flickr

Overlooking the Arkansas River in Tulsa is Turkey Mountain - home to miles and miles of some of the best hiking in Tulsa. For a relatively easy hike, try out the Blue Trail - a 1.5-mile looped trail that passes by a lake and goes into the heart of Turkey Mountain.

Turkey Mountain, Tulsa, OK 74132, USA

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Best Hikes in Oklahoma July 29, 2022 Tori Jane What are some of the best scenic hikes in Oklahoma?   Oklahoma is one of those states we suspect doesn’t get the love it deserves. It’s so much more amazing than anyone seems to give it credit for – anyone but those of us who know, anyway. As it turns out, there are tons of amazing and scenic hikes in Oklahoma, all of which are just waiting to be explored. Do the amazing Cathedral Mountain Trail at Gloss Mountain State Park for a unique trip through time. Conquer the epic Elk Mountain Trail in the Wichita Mountains, and then go kill it on the Lake Loop to Mesa Loop Trail at Roman Nose State Park. The truth is, the amazing state parks of Oklahoma are where you’ll find some of the best hikes in the Sooner State – if not the nation!   What are the nicest easy hikes in Oklahoma?   So, what if you want to enjoy the great outdoors in Oklahoma but don’t want to bother with anything too tough? Do some of our favorite easy hikes in Oklahoma! They provide all the amazing scenery without any of the stress of longer, tougher hikes. Some of our favorite easy hiking trails in Oklahoma include gems like the Wichita Mountains Forty-Foot Hole hike, which you’ll do at the Wichita Mountains National Wildlife Refuge. It’s 1.4 miles long and quite easy – plus, it leads to one of the most majestic waterfalls in Oklahoma. Another easy hike in Oklahoma we love is the Tree Trail at Beavers Bend State Park. It’s 1.2 miles, easy, and ridiculously peaceful.   What are the most popular hiking trails near me?   With hundreds of amazing hiking trails in Oklahoma to check off your to-do list, it’s hard to know where to begin – let us help! Some of the most popular hiking trails in Oklahoma include the Friends Trail Loop at Beavers Bend State Park. It’s one and a half miles long and rated as moderately difficult. Another favorite is the Turkey Mountain via Yellow Trail, in the Turkey Mountain Urban Wilderness. That trail is also rated as moderate and extends for 3.7 miles. Anyone who enjoys long hikes in Oklahoma will love the Skyline Trail, also at Beavers Bend, which is nine and a half miles long!  

The OIYS Visitor Center

Best Hikes in Oklahoma

July 29, 2022

Tori Jane

What are some of the best scenic hikes in Oklahoma?   Oklahoma is one of those states we suspect doesn’t get the love it deserves. It’s so much more amazing than anyone seems to give it credit for – anyone but those of us who know, anyway. As it turns out, there are tons of amazing and scenic hikes in Oklahoma, all of which are just waiting to be explored. Do the amazing Cathedral Mountain Trail at Gloss Mountain State Park for a unique trip through time. Conquer the epic Elk Mountain Trail in the Wichita Mountains, and then go kill it on the Lake Loop to Mesa Loop Trail at Roman Nose State Park. The truth is, the amazing state parks of Oklahoma are where you’ll find some of the best hikes in the Sooner State – if not the nation!   What are the nicest easy hikes in Oklahoma?   So, what if you want to enjoy the great outdoors in Oklahoma but don’t want to bother with anything too tough? Do some of our favorite easy hikes in Oklahoma! They provide all the amazing scenery without any of the stress of longer, tougher hikes. Some of our favorite easy hiking trails in Oklahoma include gems like the Wichita Mountains Forty-Foot Hole hike, which you’ll do at the Wichita Mountains National Wildlife Refuge. It’s 1.4 miles long and quite easy – plus, it leads to one of the most majestic waterfalls in Oklahoma. Another easy hike in Oklahoma we love is the Tree Trail at Beavers Bend State Park. It’s 1.2 miles, easy, and ridiculously peaceful.   What are the most popular hiking trails near me?   With hundreds of amazing hiking trails in Oklahoma to check off your to-do list, it’s hard to know where to begin – let us help! Some of the most popular hiking trails in Oklahoma include the Friends Trail Loop at Beavers Bend State Park. It’s one and a half miles long and rated as moderately difficult. Another favorite is the Turkey Mountain via Yellow Trail, in the Turkey Mountain Urban Wilderness. That trail is also rated as moderate and extends for 3.7 miles. Anyone who enjoys long hikes in Oklahoma will love the Skyline Trail, also at Beavers Bend, which is nine and a half miles long!  

The OIYS Visitor Center

The OIYS Visitor Center

Oklahoma is one of those states we suspect doesn’t get the love it deserves. It’s so much more amazing than anyone seems to give it credit for – anyone but those of us who know, anyway. As it turns out, there are tons of amazing and scenic hikes in Oklahoma, all of which are just waiting to be explored. Do the amazing Cathedral Mountain Trail at Gloss Mountain State Park for a unique trip through time. Conquer the epic Elk Mountain Trail in the Wichita Mountains, and then go kill it on the Lake Loop to Mesa Loop Trail at Roman Nose State Park. The truth is, the amazing state parks of Oklahoma are where you’ll find some of the best hikes in the Sooner State – if not the nation!  

What are the nicest easy hikes in Oklahoma?  

So, what if you want to enjoy the great outdoors in Oklahoma but don’t want to bother with anything too tough? Do some of our favorite easy hikes in Oklahoma! They provide all the amazing scenery without any of the stress of longer, tougher hikes. Some of our favorite easy hiking trails in Oklahoma include gems like the Wichita Mountains Forty-Foot Hole hike, which you’ll do at the Wichita Mountains National Wildlife Refuge. It’s 1.4 miles long and quite easy – plus, it leads to one of the most majestic waterfalls in Oklahoma. Another easy hike in Oklahoma we love is the Tree Trail at Beavers Bend State Park. It’s 1.2 miles, easy, and ridiculously peaceful.  

What are the most popular hiking trails near me?  

With hundreds of amazing hiking trails in Oklahoma to check off your to-do list, it’s hard to know where to begin – let us help! Some of the most popular hiking trails in Oklahoma include the Friends Trail Loop at Beavers Bend State Park. It’s one and a half miles long and rated as moderately difficult. Another favorite is the Turkey Mountain via Yellow Trail, in the Turkey Mountain Urban Wilderness. That trail is also rated as moderate and extends for 3.7 miles. Anyone who enjoys long hikes in Oklahoma will love the Skyline Trail, also at Beavers Bend, which is nine and a half miles long!