19 Most Beautiful Places to Visit in Oklahoma

 

Oklahoma, also know as “Sooner State”, “Land of the Red Man” and “Native America”, offers some of the most beautiful and spectacular sights and places to visit! Just browse through these awesome pictures and be amazed by it’s beauty.

Wichita Mountains National Wildlife Refuge

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Wichita Mountains National Wildlife Refuge

Located in Southwest Oklahama, not far from Lawton, the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge has acted as a safe haven for its unique and diverse wildlife since 1901. It is the oldest facility of its kind in the United States. As well as being an important place for wildlife such as elk and bison, the refuge is also a great place to hike, rock climb and mountain bike.

Turner Falls

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Turner Falls

Turner Falls Park acts as a sanctuary for the citizens of Oklahoma. The land is wild but there is plenty to do.  Icy cold streams, a 77-foot high waterfall, caves, camp sites and plenty of good food all ensure that the Turner Falls Park is a great place to visit at any time of the year.

Ghost Town in Cogar

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Cogar

There are a large number of ghost towns in Oklahoma that make for great places to explore and offer an eerie kind of beauty.  There are a number of groups in the state that work to preserve the abandoned spots as well as uncovering new ones.

Gloss Mountain State Park

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Gloss Mountain State Park

The shiny glass surface of the Selenite mountains are responsible for the name Gloss Mountains State Park. The scenery is beautiful and provides a great backdrop for hiking and other outdoor pursuits. Along the way there are a number of facilities including grills and restrooms.