There's A Beautiful Waterfall Hiding In These Mountains In Oklahoma That's Only Accessible By Hiking
By Ashley|Published May 02, 2019
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Ashley has lived in Oklahoma for 30 years and is the Oklahoma staff writer for onlyinyourstate.com. When she isn't writing about Oklahoma, she enjoys visiting the beach and exploring new areas.
Looking for a unique hike in the Sooner State? If so, head to the Wichita Mountains to the Narrows Trail where you’ll find topography you didn’t know existed in Oklahoma. It’s filled with boulders, waterfalls, a river, and scenic views that are only accessible by hiking. It’s surprisingly not too difficult and we think you’ll love the trek to discover the beauty hiding in these mountains.
Before we get to the hike, it's only proper to first introduce you to the Wichita Mountains - rocky promontories full of natural beauty and breathtaking views. They are home to the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge – 59,000 spectacular acres full of free-roaming wildlife.
There's an area in the mountains known as The Narrows that is home to the Forty Foot Hole - a natural depression located in the northwest section of the canyon.
You can find the trailhead at the parking lot just past Lost Lake. Plan on spending a few hours enjoying the hike and bring some trekking poles - they can be helpful, especially when crossing the water along the way.
For more information on the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge and other trail options, visit their Facebook page here.
Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge and Visitor Center Address: 20539 State Highway 115, Lawton, OK, 73505
Another trail in Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge is Elk Mountain Trail – a 2.2-mile trail is lightly trafficked trail with lots of different terrain, including large boulders like the Narrows Trail. Click here to read more about it.
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