What to do and see in Oklahoma, United States: The Best Nature & Wildlife Areas

March 9, 2022 Claudia Navarrete

With hundreds of man-made lakes, state parks, casinos, museums and nightlife and dining opportunities in revitalized downtown areas in Oklahoma City and Tulsa, there is a lot to see and do in the Sooner State. The state is dotted with phenomenal lakes where swimming, boating and bass fishing are the most desired activities. Some of the state’s most popular lakes include Broken Bow Lake located near the Quachita Mountains; Grand Lake in the northeastern corner of the state at the foothills of the Ozark Mountains and Lake Murray in the hills in the southern part of the state. While the state is known for its many outdoor activities like great fishing, golf, hiking, canoeing and boating, make sure you don’t overlook its fantastic museums. Heading the list are Gilcrease Museum in Tulsa, featuring the world’s largest collection of art and artifacts from the American West; the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City, which tells the story of the American Cowboy; and the Oklahoma City Museum of Art, which has a permanent collection of American and European art. A venerable family favorite activity is Frontier City Amusement Park in Oklahoma City, which has dozens of rides and shows.
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1. Tishomingo National Wildlife Refuge

12000 S Refuge Rd, Tishomingo, OK 73460-3506 +1 580-371-2402 [email protected] https://www.fws.gov/refuge/Tishomingo/
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Tishomingo National Wildlife Refuge

2. Joseph H. Williams Tallgrass Prairie Preserve

15316 Co Rd 4201, Pawhuska, OK 74056-2099 +1 918-287-4803
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Joseph H. Williams Tallgrass Prairie Preserve

3. Disney/Little Blue Area at Grand Lake State Park

Hwy 28 E, Disney, OK 74340 +1 918-435-8066 https://www.travelok.com/state-parks/25420
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Disney/Little Blue Area at Grand Lake State Park

4. The Endangered Ark Foundation

Hugo, OK 74743 +1 580-317-8470 [email protected] http://www.endangeredarkfoundation.org/
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The Endangered Ark Foundation

Reviewed By stocksstravelbug57 - Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Last weekend we signed up for the public tour - started at 10:00 and lasted over 90 minutes. It was wonderful! They combine a fun event with lots of great education about Asian Elephants. This month they are also having Pumpkin Patch (we skipped that). We lunched at the Circus Diner and then toured the Showmans Rest at the Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Highly recommend if you love Elephants.

5. Cedar Ridge Hideaway Cabin/Rv. Park

2008 wst.Cedar Ridge, Tishomingo, OK +1 580-371-6057 http://www.cedarridgehideaway.com
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Cedar Ridge Hideaway Cabin/Rv. Park

6. Tallgrass Prairie

+1 918-287-4803 http://www.nature.org/ourinitiatives/regions/northamerica/unitedstates/oklahoma/index.htm
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Tallgrass Prairie

A preserve, helping to keep alive the nation's most endangered major ecosystem.

7. Wichita Mountains National Wildlife Refuge

32 Refuge Headquarters Rd, Indiahoma, OK 73552-2478 +1 580-429-3222 [email protected] http://www.fws.gov/refuge/Wichita_Mountains/about.html
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Wichita Mountains National Wildlife Refuge

A federally managed praire covering more than 59,000 acres.

Reviewed By c1nic - Edmond, United States

I have been here too many times to count and I can honestly say I am amazed every time we come. Perfect day trip and it's FREE!!! From the wildlife to the wonderful lakes and hikes, to camping, fishing and the visitor center, there are so many things to see and do. I encourage everyone to support this amazing place. The fact that they also support endangered species is a + for me.

8. Martin Park Nature Center

5000 W Memorial Rd, Oklahoma City, OK 73142-2099 +1 405-755-0676 http://www.okc.gov/departments/parks-recreation/martin-park-nature-center
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Martin Park Nature Center

Reviewed By shaunc821 - Broadbeach, Australia

Always enjoy a visit to the park and nature center. Great place for all ages, easy to walk trails and plenty of things to do and see.

9. Hackberry Flat WMA

Near Highway 183 and Airport Rd, Frederick, OK +1 580-335-5262
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Hackberry Flat WMA

10. Ray Harral Nature Park

7101 South 3rd Street, Broken Arrow, OK +1 918-615-6099 http://www.brokenarrowok.gov/Index.aspx?page=489
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Ray Harral Nature Park

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