Tulsa Hiking, Backpacking and Camping Trips

Tulsa: Horse Thief Springs Loop

Submitted by: Backpacker Magazine
Cut through the towering pines of Holson Valley to the rocky shelf of Winding Stair Mountain on this 12.8-mile dayhike or overnight in the Ouachitas. Primitive camping allowed.

Tulsa: Beech Creek Blue Bouncer

Submitted by: Backpacker Magazine
Start from a tilted sandstone cliff on a mostly forested and lesser-traveled 9.9-mile loop in Beech Creek National Scenic and Botanical Area.

Tulsa, OK: Winding Stair Mountain Loop

Submitted by: Backpacker Magazine
One of Oklahoma's best weekend trips, this 21.7-mile loop circles Winding Stair Mountain for an up-close view of the Ouachita National Forest's most scenic stretch.

Tulsa: Ozark Cherry Bend to Hare Mountain

BACKPACKER Review
Jump onto the Ozark Highlands Trail for a quiet 7.4-mile route that serves up mountain hollows,lush hardwoods, and a glimpse into settlers' lives.

Tulsa: Billy Creek Trail

BACKPACKER Review
Wandering fom remote hollows to picturesque ridges on Winding Stair Mountain, this 13-mile loop in the less-traveled Ouachita country is a must-hike.

Tulsa: Horse Thief Springs Loop

BACKPACKER Review
Cut through the towering pines of Holson Valley to the rocky shelf of Winding Stair Mountain on this 12.8-mile dayhike or overnight in the Ouachitas. Primitive camping allowed.

Tulsa: Robber's Cave State Park

Tulsa, OK: Boardstand - Old Military Road Loop

One of Oklahoma's best weekends, this 20-mile loop circles Winding Stair Mountain for an up-close view of the Ouachita National Forest's most scenic stretch.

Tulsa, OK: Turkey Snout Loop

First timers in tow? Hit this easy 4.3 miler in the Beech Creek National Scenic Area. It has prime campsites and a bail-out option mid way.

Tulsa, OK: Boardstand - Old Military Road Loop

One of Oklahoma's best weekends, this 20-mile loop circles Winding Stair Mountain for an up-close view of the Ouachita National Forest's most scenic stretch.

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