Uncover breathtaking scenery and limitless recreational opportunities at Oklahoma's state parks.
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State Parks

Get a sense of the natural allure of Oklahoma by visiting one of more than 40 state parks. In addition to relaxing in the beautiful surroundings - lakes, mountains, sand dunes, and forests - you can hike, bike, fish or participate in organized park activities. Then rest in a comfortable lodge or cabin, or camp in your own tent or RV.

Find the perfect outdoor adventure to get you off the couch and into the great outdoors at any of the more than 40 diverse Oklahoma state parks. Go rapelling at Red Rock Canyon State Park or boulder hopping and climbing at Robbers Cave State Park. Bring your own dune buggy or rent an ATV and fly over the dunes at Little Sahara State Park or grab your wet suit and have a scuba adventure in Lake Tenkiller's dive park.

Take a guided cave tour at Alabaster Caverns State Park or enjoy your own wild caving experience at the park. Reel in trophy stripers at Lake Texoma State Park or cast for trout in the Mountain Fork River at Beavers Bend State Park. Enjoy boating and every imaginable water sport at Lake Murray State Park and then visit the unique Tucker Tower Nature Center in the park. Hike down to enjoy the view of Natural Falls State Park or up to the top of Black Mesa, Oklahoma's highest point. Whatever outdoor interest you may pursue, Oklahoma state parks have plenty for you to enjoy.

There are several ways to plan your Oklahoma State Park getaway. Click on the State Parks picture below to browse all state parks or click here to find state parks with lodges or here to see state parks with cabins. Click on the Find a Park map icon on the right to view all of the state park locations on a map so you can find the perfect location. Already know which park you're looking for? Just enter the name in the site search box in the upper right corner of the page.

 
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