Outdoors

Experience the great outdoors with Choice Hotels. Our Oklahoma hotels are conveniently located near a number of picturesque gardens, stunning parks, and astounding wildlife. Take a look at the scenery and greenery that Oklahoma offers.

In Red Carpet Country

Kaw Lake
9400 Lake Rd
Ponca City, OK   7460
580-762-5611

Kaw Lake is an impressive size: over 17,000 surface acres wide, its shorelines sprawl for over 168 miles in circumference. Activities at the lake abound, and include picnicking, boating, playing in the water, and of course fishing. Two full-service marinas and some of the state’s largest catfish make this a glorious destination for the seasoned angler.

Black Mesa State Park & Nature Preserve
County Road 325
Kenton, OK   73946
580-426-2222

This park is a glorious ode to nature in its purest form: the preservation of Black Mesa State Park is absolutely stunning. This gorgeous park is elevated at a height of 4,973 feet above sea level, adjacent to the azure waters of Lake Carl Etling. Come here to fish for trout, use the various picnicking facilities, boat, and more.

Alabaster Caverns State Park
Highway 50 & Highway 50-A
Freedom, OK   73842

Some of the most gorgeous scenery in the state of Oklahoma awaits guests at Alabaster Caverns State Park. Enjoy a guided tour of the caves which make their home in this beautiful state, and admire the stunning gypsum deposits which grace the cave walls. An extensive lighting overhaul recently implemented gives an expository view of this natural wonder.

In Southeast Oklahoma

Red Slough Wetland Reserve Project
SE of Idabel
Idabel, OK   74745
580-286-6564

Here, you’ll find a little more than just a project - you’ll discover the results of a well-natured project which has espoused some of the most stunning natural beauty in America. Learn first-hand about the native flora and fauna of Oklahoma, and enjoy the chance to view rare specimens and more.

Raymond Gary State Park
Highway US 70
Fort Towson, OK  
580-873-2307

Among the reason to visit this park are some of the most gorgeous flatland views in the state of Oklahoma, along with recreational activities which range from fishing, boating and swimming to picnicking and more.

Broken Bow Lake
Route 1, Box 400
Broken Bow, OK   74728
580-933-4239

Want to experience the sheer exquisiteness of the natural beauty of the state of Oklahoma? Head down to Broken Bow Lake, where you’ll find recreational activities such as fishing, swimming and boating which will delight every visitor. A gorgeous lakefront provides the staple of this Oklahoma natural destination.

In Southcentral Oklahoma

Cross Bar Ranch Park
Route 1
Davis, OK   73030
580-369-2444

This is one of the largest expanses of natural preservation in the state of Oklahoma, and as such has been dedicated to the exploration of nature through the convenience of All-Terrain Vehicles and motorcycles. Hop onto a fashionable pair of wheels and experience the outback of Oklahoma like never before through 6,500 pristine mountain range acres.

Turner Falls Park
Hwy 77 South
Davis, OK   73030
580-369-2988

Turner Falls is one of the most popular summer destinations in the state of Oklahoma. Between the natural swimming pools which dot the park’s landscape, the bubbling springs which gently course their way through the expanse, and the magnificent 77-foot waterfall for which the park is named, we’re pretty sure it’s obvious why you’ll want to head down here to cool off.

Boggy Depot State Park
475 S. Park Lane
Atoka, OK   74525
580-889-5625

Boggy Depot State Park may have a silly name, but the nature here takes itself seriously, and with good reason. So many activities can be found for the nature enthusiast’s enjoyment at the park, and recreational opportunities include fishing, boating, hiking, and picnicking, all throughout one of Oklahoma’s most serene natural expanses.

In Southwest Oklahoma

Foss State Park
Hwy 44 & Hwy 73 W
Foss, OK   73647

At Foss State Park you’ll never run out of ways to experience nature at its best. Go hiking, biking, horseback riding, boating, fishing and swimming. There are also picnic areas, playgrounds, a swimming beach, marina, and even a floating restaurant!

Waurika Lake
Hwy 5 W
Waurika, OK   73573

This beautiful lake offers many fishing opportunities with channel catfish, flathead catfish, bullhead catfish, largemouth bass, crappie and sunfish. Six recreation areas are located around the lake and large areas of open water area available for boating and water skiing. You’ll also find picnic tables and grills, group shelters, swimming beaches, a playground, and hiking trails.

Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge & Visitor's Center
Hwy 115 & 49 Junction
Lawton, OK   73505

At this 59,000 acre national refuge see free range buffalo, Texas longhorn cattle, prairie dogs, elk and deer. You can also experience beautiful scenery and views for while hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing, rappelling, picnicking, and fishing. The Quanah Parker Nature and Visitor Center located on site features exhibits on wildlife and habitats of the Wichita Mountains as well as interactive displays, artwork, videos and films, and a bookstore. Take a drive to the top of Mt. Scott and you’ll experience the most stunning view of southwest Oklahoma.

In Northeast Oklahoma

Snowdale State Park
Highway 20 West
Salina, OK   74365
918-434-2651

Located on the beautiful shores of Lake Hudson, this state park is renowned for its fishing opportunities. Head down here with your rod and tackle and enjoy prime bass, catfish, perch and crappie fishing. Water sports are a popular activity, and swimming and sunbathing is at its best along these gorgeous lakeshores.

Jo Allyn Lowe Park
Locust & Price Roads
Bartlesville, OK   74005
918-337-5275

The opportunities awaiting guests at Jo Allyn Lowe Park will astound and amaze. Guests wishing to re-commune with nature will find ample scores of hiking trails which wind their ways through the park’s wooded meadows. Picnic alongside a gorgeous fishing pond, and take in the diverse array of wildlife at this pristine park.

Sequoyah Bay State Park
6237 E. 100th Street North
Wagoner, OK   74467
918-683-0878

Located on the glistening shores of Fort Gibson Reservoir, guests to Sequoyah Bay State Park will find a natural wonderland which sprawls over 19,100 surface acres. Experience 225 miles of pristine shoreline which claim home to a variety of water sports, including swimming, boating and fishing. Enjoy the area’s gorgeous weather at an even more gorgeous destination.

In Central Oklahoma

Martin Park Nature Center & Trail
5000 W. Memorial Road
Oklahoma City, OK   73142
405-755-0675

There’s a high demand for conservation, and the natural trappings at Martin Park Nature Center & Trail have surfaced to meet that demand. The results will please visitors to Oklahoma who want to experience the state the way settlers moving west once did – vast open plains, rolling hills, and a highly diverse score of native flora and fauna will delight vacationers visiting the park.

Lake Thunderbird State Park
13101 Alameda Drive
Norman, OK   73026
405-360-3572

The activities which await guests traveling to Oklahoma will be in complete score at Lake Thunderbird State Park. An array of water-related recreational opportunities eagerly awaits the arrival of swimmers, boaters, fishers, and more who seek to get the most out of a beautiful lake situated on a beautiful sprawling park, in a most beautiful state.

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