My boys and I decided a little rain and sleet was not going to stop us from exploring!
I hope you are able to get out with your kids and have fun over the holidays!
Redbud is definitely a favorite hike of the boys and mine in Tulsa.
Category Archives: Hiking
Heyburn Lake, OK
We went to Heyburn Lake for a hike on the day after Thanksgiving.
These boys had a lot of energy to burn.
The Wildlife Management Area is open to hunting so that part of the trail is closed certain times of the year.
There are still trails to hike that are within the park though.
We took the trail down to the lake.
The boys love to explore on the shore of lakes!
It is always an interesting trick to keep from sinking in the mud.
My oldest made a poor footing choice and lost his shoe in the mud at one point.
My youngest and I were trying to “beat” Nick.
We finally one!
Heavener Runestone Park, Heavener, OK
On our way back home from the Ouachita National Forest we stopped by the Heavener Runestone Park.
It is no longer a state park, the city runs it.
I visited the Heavener Runestone as a child while visiting family in the area so this place is always a bit nostalgic for me.
The path to the Runestone is only about 200 yards but filled with beautiful scenery.
As a child, I enjoyed all of the steps the best!
Although I would not travel very far to just come to this park I would definitely recommend stopping while in the area.
The Runestone is unique and filled with history.
I like discussing controversial history like this with my boys.
There are other short nature trails you could take while there as well.
You could stop by on your way to the Ouachita National Forest/Talimena Scenic Drive like we did or visit the Spiro Mounds Archaeological Center.
If you are coming from the Tulsa area you could stop at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge on the way down.
There is a lot to see in Oklahoma so get out there and look!