Right now is the best time of the year to get outdoors and enjoy the fresh air and gorgeous weather in The Sooner State, and Quanah Parker Trail is one of the best places to do it. It’s located in the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge and is an easy hike for most skill levels. You’ll travel alongside the beautiful Quanah Parker Lake that’s surrounded by breathtaking beauty in the fall. Read on to learn more about this hike.
The drive into the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge will be filled with stunning fall foliage. Take a leisurely drive in the mountains and enjoy the scenery before beginning your hike.
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Quanah Parker Lake Trail is a 1.6-mile loop trail that is accessible year-round and rated as an easy hike.
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The trail is great for walking, hiking, fishing and there’s a campground nearby. Dogs are allowed on the trail if they are kept on a leash.
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The Wichita Mountains are stunning year-round, but the fall colors make it absolutely breathtaking during the autumn season.
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Visitors love getting to see the Quanah Parker Lake Dam. The trail takes you right over the dam, and you can stop and enjoy the surrounding scenery.
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The fresh mountain air and autumn colors make this fall hike a true gem.
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You’ll also see lots of wildlife in the refuge. Bring your camera along because there will be photo ops everywhere.
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The Wichita Wildlife Refuge is open 7 days a week from 9 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and is free to the public.
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Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge & Visitors Center:
20539 State Hwy 115 Hwy 115 & 49 Junction
Lawton, OK 73505
For more information on the Wichita Mountains, click here.
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