A Hard But Beautiful Hike, Skyline Trail Leads To A Little-Known Waterfall In Oklahoma
By Ashley|Published July 07, 2022
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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.
If you enjoy waterfall hikes in Oklahoma, head to Broken Bow to Skyline Trail for an epic adventure. The trail is almost 12 miles long and rated as hard but the views are spectacular. You’ll trek across bluffs, through lush forests, along a river where you’ll see a lovely little waterfall, and you’ll also come across a hidden waterfall with a swimming hole. And, if you don’t want to hike all 12 miles, don’t worry you can always turn around and make the hike shorter to fit your desired distance. Keep scrolling to learn more about this beautiful hike.
Skyline Trail is an 11.6-mile loop trail in Beavers Bend State Park in Broken Bow. The hike is rated as hard due to the length and steepness of the trail.
The views are one of the most spectacular things about this trail. You'll climb up to higher elevations and get to see for miles and miles away in one of the most beautiful state parks in the state.
You want to be an experienced hiker if you hike Skyline Trail. The trail also connects with Cedar Bluff Trail, a 1-mile loop trail so you have some options if you don't want to hike the long distance.
One of the most spectacular things on Skyline is the hidden waterfall you'll encounter. It's tucked away in the forest and is a beautiful surprise along the route.
You'll also cross some creeks and travel along the river where you'll see another waterfall. Skyline Trail is one of the best hikes in the state but just remember that it is for advanced hikers. Try the Cedar Bluff Trail loop if you're looking for a shorter hike in the same area.
Have you ever hiked this scenic trail? Are there any other waterfall hikes in Oklahoma worth checking out? Tell us in the comments!
If you’re looking for a good place to eat while in the Broken Bow area, head to the Eat Out. It’s housed in vintage campers on one acre of land in the middle of lush trees and has everything your stomach desires (and more).
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