If you’re looking for a short, yet magical hike in Oklahoma that’s filled with epic scenery, Cliffside Trail and the Nature Trail are great options. Both are located inside Heavener Runestone Park and offer a fairy-tail setting with a waterfall, ancient rocks with hieroglyphics, and footbridges.
Heavener Runestone Park is a 55-acre park that used to be a state park but is now run by a non-profit organization. It might be small but it is packed full of magical scenery.
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The park offers about two miles of hiking trails and although that’s not very long for avid hikers, the scenery makes it a worthy hiking destination.
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If you’re looking for a flat hike, then this isn’t your place. There are some steep grades and stairs that you’ll need to hike up.
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One of the most beautiful features of the park is the seasonal waterfall. It cascades over the massive rock formations and looks otherworldly.
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During your hike, you’ll also pass over footbridges and you can venture off the trail and climb on rocks. Just be careful, as some of them can be very slippery after a rainstorm.
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The whole park is photo-worthy and fascinating. Part of what makes this place so fun to hike in is the different paths you’ll encounter along the trails.
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There’s also a third trail that is interpretive. It is only 1/4 mile long and takes you to the runestone rock itself. We highly recommend you visit all the trails since they are very short so you can experience everything this place has to offer.
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To learn more about this magical place, be sure and visit their website…it’s filled with lots of helpful information.
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If you’re interested in learning more about short hikes in Oklahoma, be sure and check out these under-five-mile trails that are all less than 5 miles.
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Address: Heavener Runestone Park, 18365 Runestone Rd, Heavener, OK 74937, USA
