Leisurely drives seem to be the new activity everyone is doing and one we highly recommend is the drive to the top of the world’s highest hill. Head to the town of Poteau and look for Cavanal Hill off in the distance — standing at 1,999 feet above sea level, making it only one foot short to be classified as a mountain. Keep scrolling for more details on this enjoyable drive the whole family will enjoy.

Cavanal Hill is located in Poteau and is known as the "World's Highest Hill." It stands at 1,999 feet tall and is just one foot shy of being classified as a mountain.
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As you enter the town you'll see the tall hill in the distance. It's a beautiful piece of nature in the Sooner State everyone should visit at least once.
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Once you travel up the four and a half-mile road to the top, you'll see the famous Cavanal Hill Rock. The drive takes about 30-40 minutes since the road is windy and has a slow speed limit.
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At the top, there are picnic tables and a viewing platform where you can see Poteau River Valley and the surrounding area.
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The scenic views are so breathtaking and peaceful. You can see for miles and miles in every direction and it's quite mesmerizing.
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On a clear day, you can see Mt. Magazine in Arkansas or if you visit after dark, you can gaze at the stars.
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For more information on Cavanal Hill, please visit travelok.com.

Watch the video below as the Poteau Chamber of Commerce takes you along on their drive to the top of Cavanal Hill:

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