10/21/2023 0 Comments Mountain landscapeCurve back to the southeast, where you will take a fairly straight path that follows the shoreline of the lake. After a while, the trail will curve again to the southwest, still following the shoreline. The trail will then lead you to the Environmental Education Center, which is the end of the trail. (Drinking water is available there.) Start off to the northeast, immediately crossing part of the lake on a pedestrian bridge. This trail explores a wooded area on the north side of Quanah Parker Lake, and like the Baldy Trail it begins in the Doris Campground, but on the northeast side. Quanah Parker Trail: At 0.36 miles long, the Quanah Parker Trail is the shortest in the trail system. While on a hike on these trails, it's likely you'll observe wildlife including elk, prairie dogs, longhorn cattle and buffalo. Picnic areas, complete with restrooms, are available along the trail system, and maps can be obtained at the refuge's visitor center. Plan your hiking adventure with this destination in mind and you won't be sorry.īaldy Trail: Along the southwest shores of Quanah Parker Lake, Baldy Trail meanders for 0.83 miles. This trail begins in the southwest side of the Doris Campground, starting off to the southwest. You will slowly ascend on this path as you head toward Little Baldy Mountain. The landscape along this trail consists of rocky outcroppings and boulders, with little vegetation. Once on top of Little Baldy Mountain, you can enjoy beautiful views of Quanah Parker Lake and the surrounding mountains. Continue on the trail to the east side of the mountain, and head to the east. The path will take you on a descent to the lake. Once close to the lake, admire the impressive dam, which you will then cross. The trail ends on the other side of the dam at a parking lot. A captivating landscape awaits in southwestern Oklahoma on the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge Trail System. Located within the more than 59,000 acres that make up the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, this trail system offers options from short and easy to long and challenging.
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