Oklahoma\u00a0has a number of trails with minimal obstacles. \u00a0Some are very easy and others are wheelchair accessible. \u00a0Here are just a few of them.
\nThese\u00a0links \u00a0were found through Internet search. \u00a0I would love some first-hand information. \u00a0With your help, we can share our knowledge with disabled people everywhere and also increase awareness of the need for more accessibility. \u00a0Please e-mail me with your suggestions using the form in the sidebar.<\/p>\n

<\/a>Federal<\/a>
\nState<\/a>
\nLocal<\/a>
\nPrivate<\/a>
\nMiscellaneous<\/a><\/p>\n

<\/a>Federal<\/h2>\n

• Chickasaw National Recreation Area<\/strong>
  \n“Springs, streams, lakes – whatever its form, water is the attraction at Chickasaw National Recreation Area. Relax in the coolness of shaded streams or take a dip in a swimming hole. Little Niagara and Rock Creek beckon waders and swimmers. Veterans Lake calls anglers to test their skills. Lake of the Arbuckles provides excellent opportunities for motorboating, skiing, fishing, and swimming.”
  \nHere is the Area’s website<\/a>.\u00a0 Trails<\/a> \u00a0 \u00a0Accessibility<\/a>\u00a0 phone 580-622-7234
  \n<\/a>There is a two mile long concrete trail around Veterans Lake that is “fully accessible.”
  \n<\/a>?<\/strong>Antelope and Buffalo Springs Trail 1.2 miles, Fishing Rock 0.8 mile, Lakeview 0.5 miles, and Travertine Creek Trail 1.5 miles one way, are all describes as “easy”. \u00a0Call the park to learn if they are appropriate for you.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>

• Ouachita National Forest \u00a0Oklahoma Ranger District<\/strong>
  \nThe Oklahoma Ranger District consists of about 363,000 acres located on the west side of the Ouachita Mountains in southeastern Oklahoma.
  \nPhone 918-653-2991\u00a0 Here is their website<\/a>.
  \n<\/a>?<\/strong> Cedar Lake and Old Pine Trails \u00a0 \u00a0Both these trails are rated “Easiest”. \u00a0It would be a good idea to call ahead to be sure what that means. \u00a0 There are some steps leading up to a bridge. \u00a0\u00a0Brochure and Map<\/a>\u00a0 \u00a0Described on Arklahoma Hiker<\/a>.
  \nCedar Lake trail\u00a0is 2.9 miles one way and\u00a0“….offers an array of opportunities to day hikers who want to view waterfowl and wading birds which frequent the lake.”
  \nThe Old Pine Trail is 0.4 mile. It “…..begins at the Cedar Lake day use area and loops to one of the lake\u2019s feeder streams. Interpretive signs along the trail identify the animals that live in the area.”<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>

• Salt Plains National Wildlife Refuge<\/strong>
  \nFor millennia “…the salt plains provided essential shelter, foraging, and breeding habitat attracting multitudes of migrating waterfowl, breeding birds, and big game such as bison and deer.\u00a0 Today, this unique assemblage of habitat surrounded by a patchwork of farmlands continues to be a vital migratory stopover and breeding grounds for birds and a protected area for wildlife.”
  \nHere is their website<\/a>.\u00a0 \u00a0 Trails<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0Phone: 580-626-4794
  \nSandpiper Trail \u00a0is 0.4 miles and “includes two footbridges and an observation deck with spotting scope for viewing shorebirds that abound during the spring and fall migrations.”<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>

• Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge<\/strong>
  \n“The refuge protects a very unique habitat found within the Arkansas River flood plain that includes bottomland hardwood forests and wetlands, home to many species of migratory birds and other resident wildlife, like white-tailed deer, bobcat, beaver and the American bald eagle.”
  \nTrails<\/a> \u00a0Map<\/a> Phone: 918-773-5251 or -5252\u00a0 Here is their website<\/a>.
  \nHorton Slough Trail \u00a01 mile \u00a0paved. \u00a0“Visitors walk through a forested area, while enjoying views of the wetland and wildlife that inhabit it. An overlook and benches provide opportunities to enjoy the scenery. ”
  \nSandtown Nature Trail \u00a01 mile \u00a0paved. \u00a0The trail “….offers a view across the Arkansas and Canadian Rivers\u2019 delta.” \u00a0It “…. highlights the diversity of habitat as it transitions into bottomland hardwoods. This is where visitors might also catch a glimpse of the refuge\u2019s more inconspicuous residents like bobcats and armadillos.”<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>

• Tishomingo National Wildlife Refuge<\/strong>
  \nThe refuge, situated in south central Oklahoma,\u00a0 is “…a place rich in nature and history where it is easy to imagine an era of vast herds of wild animals grazing the prairies and the darkening of skies from flocking birds. ”\u00a0 The Refuge includes the 93,000 acre Lake Texoma.
  \nTrails\u00a0<\/a> Phone: 580-371-2402\u00a0 \u00a0Map<\/a>\u00a0 \u00a0Here is their website<\/a>.
  \n<\/a>Oklahoma Legacy Arboretum \u00a0is .25 miles and “meanders through the hummingbird\u00a0and butterfly gardens\u00a0……”
  \n<\/a>Craven Nature Trail is “one of the best places on the refuge to delve into wildlife….” \u00a0The first \u00a01\/4 mile of the trails is paved and the rest is gravel.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>

• Washita National Wildlife Refuge<\/strong>
  \n“Within the refuge, the slow-moving Washita River winds through prairie and farmlands to merge with Foss Reservoir, providing a home and resting area for geese and other waterfowl. Gently rolling hills, ravines, and bottomlands laced with creeks shelter wildlife as common as white-tailed deer and as unusual as the Texas horned lizard. ”
  \nTrails<\/a> \u00a0 Map<\/a> \u00a0phone 580-664-2205\u00a0 Here is their website.<\/a>
  \nCentennial Trail \u00a01\/3 mile hard surface trail with interpretive signs, a boardwalk and observation deck overlooking a wetland area. \u00a0It is a National Recreation Trail.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><\/ul>Back to top<\/a><\/p>\n

  <\/a>State<\/h2>\n

  • \u00a0Oklahoma State Parks<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0 Here are links to all the state parks with contact \u00a0information.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>

  • Boiling Springs State Park
    \n<\/strong>Map<\/a> \u00a0Trails<\/a> \u00a0Accessibility<\/a> \u00a0 phone 580-256-7664\u00a0 Here is the Park website<\/a>.
    \n? “<\/strong>The Boiling Springs State Park Trail System includes five hiking and mountain trails of various lengths that are perfect for beginners. Both the Whitetail Trail and Spring Hill Trails are a quarter mile long, while the River Nature Trail is three quarters mile long.”\u00a0 This quote is from TravelOK.com<\/a> These trails sound likely, but call first in case there are stairs or other obstacles. Their idea of “beginners” might be youngsters who can clamber over such things.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>

  • Greenleaf State Park<\/strong>
    \n“Tucked away in the hills of eastern Oklahoma, Greenleaf State Park offers spectacular scenery and is a family-friendly state park. The park includes Greenleaf Lake as well as cabins, campgrounds, family recreation facilities and nature hiking trails.”
    \nMap<\/a> \u00a0Trails<\/a> \u00a0phone 918-487-5196\u00a0 Here is the Park website<\/a>.
    \nFamily Fun Trail is 1.5 paved mile accessible trail beginning at the Park Office. \u00a0There is an observation deck overlooking the Arkansas River.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>

  • Lake Eufaula State Park<\/strong>
    \nLake Eufaula State Park is on Lake Eufaula, a 102,000 acre reservoir, and offers many activities on land and water.
    \n<\/strong>Map<\/a> \u00a0Accessibility<\/a> \u00a0Trails<\/a> \u00a0phone 918-689-5311\u00a0 Here is their website<\/a>.
    \nCrazy Snake Interpretive Trail is a paved, 1\/4 mile nature trail which “provides both shady secluded areas and open meadows dotted with wildflowers in the spring. Educational signs about the local plant and animal life are placed at a comfortable height for visitors in wheelchairs.”<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>

  • Lake Texoma State Park
    \n<\/strong>“Besides fishing and a myriad of watersports, Lake Texoma State Park offers swimming, camping, picnic areas, wildlife viewing opportunities and hiking.”
    \n<\/strong>Map<\/a> \u00a0Accessibility<\/a> \u00a0Trails<\/a> \u00a0phone 580-564-2566\u00a0 Here is their website.<\/a>
    \nTexoma Interpretive Trail \u00a0is about 1.5 miles long and “a portion of the trail is handicapped accessible.”<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>

  • Lake Thunderbird State Park
    \n<\/strong>“Lake Thunderbird State Park offers a variety of water activities and recreation.” There are two marinas (Calypso Cove Marina and Little River Marina), nine boat ramps and two swim beaches as well as camping sites, playgrounds and picnic tables.
    \n\u00a0<\/strong>Map<\/a> \u00a0Accessibility<\/a> \u00a0Trails<\/a> \u00a0phone 405-366-8150\u00a0 Here is their website<\/a>.
    \n?<\/strong>Clear Bay area has the Green Loop trail which is 1.5 miles and the Yellow Loop trail which is 1 mile. \u00a0Both are described as suitable for “novices”. \u00a0Call to be sure there are no obstacles such as stairs.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>

  • Lake Wister State Park<\/strong>
    \n“This outdoor haven offers park visitors a variety of activities including hiking, camping, biking, boating and water skiing on the 7,300 surface acres of Lake Wister.”
    \nMap<\/a>\u00a0 Accessibility<\/a> \u00a0phone 918-655-7274\u00a0 \u00a0Here is the Park website<\/a>.
    \n<\/a>Wards Campground trail \u00a01\/3 mile. \u00a0“Guests in wheelchairs can enjoy a beautiful scenic tour of the park on this 1\/3 mile long paved trail.”<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>

  • Natural Falls State Park<\/strong>
    \n“Located near the Oklahoma\/Arkansas border in the scenic Ozark Highlands region of northeast Oklahoma, Natural Falls State Park features a 77-foot waterfall cascading through rock formations and creating a hidden, serene atmosphere at the bottom of a narrow V-shaped valley.”
    \nMap<\/a> \u00a0\u00a0 Trails Map<\/a>\u00a0 Accessibility<\/a>\u00a0 Trails<\/a> \u00a0 phone 918-422-5802\u00a0 Here is the Park website<\/a>.
    \n<\/a>Dripping Springs Trail, \u00a01\/2 mile, leads from the parking lot to a\u00a0viewing\u00a0deck for the falls.
    \n<\/a>Pine Ridge Trail\u00a0is 3\/4 mile begins near the visitor center and connects all areas of the park.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><\/ul>Back to top<\/a><\/p>\n

    <\/a>Local<\/h2>\n

    • Oklahoma City
      \n<\/strong>Here is the website for Oklahoma City’s Parks and Recreation<\/a>.
      \nBluff Creek Park<\/a>\u00a0has a 2 mile ADA paved walking running path which “loops through scenic wooded areas along the park’s western edge…” It then “… sweeps along the eastern side of the park.” \u00a0Phone 297-3882 for information.
      \nMartin Park Nature Center <\/a>\u00a0 Jim Thorpe Courage Trail is a 0.5 mile trail curving “… through the park’s woodlands, and nearby meadows and streams.<\/p>\n

      Call 405-755-0676 for information.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>

    • Okmulgee
      \n<\/strong>Okmulgee & Dripping Springs Lake & Recreation Area
      \nThis recreation area, formerly Okmulgee State Park, is located along two lakes.
      \nMap<\/a> \u00a0Accessibility<\/a> Phone 918-756-5971 \u00a0Here are their\u00a0 facebook page<\/a> and their website<\/a> .
      \nOak Leaf Nature trail<\/a> is 3 miles and 1\/2 mile of it is paved.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>

    • Tulsa
      \n<\/strong>Here is the website for Tulsa’s Parks and Recreation<\/a>.\u00a0 \u00a0 Phone (918) 596-7275.
      \n<\/a>Mary K. Oxley Nature Center<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0“There are nearly nine miles of trails. Most of them are flat and fairly smooth. Wheelchairs and strollers may be taken down many of the trails unless rain has made the dirt or grass surfaces too soft or muddy.” \u00a0Trail Guide<\/a>\u00a0 Call\u00a0918-669-6644 for information.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><\/ul>Back to top<\/a><\/p>\n

      <\/a>Private<\/h2>\n

      Back to top<\/a><\/p>\n

      <\/a>Miscellaneous<\/h2>\n

      • Nature For The Blind<\/a> has a directory of Braille trails for almost every state in the US and for many other countries.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>

      • The\u00a0Rails-to-Trails Conservancy<\/a>\u00a0lists wheelchair accessible trails in Oklahoma.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><\/ul> Back to top<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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