We are approaching summer here in Oklahoma and with a break from classes, you may be looking for fun things to do. Lucky for you, Oklahoma has some amazing places you can visit that won't cost a lot of money and will make for a great road trip destination. Not to mention, you can snap some pretty instagram worthy pictures while you're at it. Here are three of my favorite places to visit in Oklahoma when I am looking for a budget-friendly summer adventure.
1. Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge
The Wichita Mountains are located in southwestern Oklahoma near Lawton. I took a trip here last year, and it is beautiful! There is so much to see.
If you like hiking, this is an amazing place to visit. During my hike, I saw beautiful wildlife and even stopped at a waterfall to rest. Then on the way back to our campsite, we stopped to see prairie dogs and baby buffalo!
2. Gloss Mountains State Park
Located in northwestern Oklahoma the Gloss Mountains State Park is a super fun and educational place to visit. Also known as the Glass Mountains, the name comes from the sparkling selenite crystals on the slopes and tops of the mesas.
You can hike through the hills and admire the beautiful glass-like crystals. I just happened to stumble upon this on a road trip. It was so beautiful that I had to stop and hike to the top.
3.Turner Falls
Located in Davis, Oklahoma, Turner Falls is considered Oklahoma's largest waterfall. This is an amazing place to take a trip on a hot summer day in Oklahoma. You can hike and swim all day and take in the beauty.