The rugged, granite mountains of the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge tower over the surrounding oak forest.
Photo by: David McNeese


Oklahoma is ready to host your one-of-a-kind adventure. Expand your travel resume with this collection of articles, each created to provide inspiration and information to get you traveling.




No matter your skill level, Nature & Outdoors Expert John Gifford says there is an Oklahoma hiking trail for you. read more

Canoeing is one of the special joys of the outdoors. These beautifully simple watercraft are best enjoyed in small rivers, where larger, noisy motorboats would spoil the experience. read more

Oklahoma's best fishing just might be found in the southeast corner of the state, at Broken Bow Lake and the Glover and Mountain Fork rivers. read more

Oklahoma's 11 ecoregions provide an amazing variety of awe-inspiring landscapes to enjoy. read more

Explore five of Oklahoma's top mountain biking trails that offer the opportunity to get off the beaten path and into the scenery with your bike. Enjoy scenic, wooded areas and unique technical challenges that make Oklahoma a favorite among mountain bikers. read more

Oklahoma Outdoor Expert, John Gifford, spills his favorite things about Lake Tenkiller along with information to help you plan your visit to one of Oklahoma's most scenic lakes. read more