Oklahoma’s diverse terrain and ecosystems make it a great place to see some wildlife in action. Get up close and personal with the second largest herd of Asian elephants in North America on a visit to the Endangered Ark Foundation in Hugo. See the magnificent buffalo roam free on nearly 60,000 acres of the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge in Lawton along with Texas longhorn cattle, prairie dogs, elk and deer.
As the largest protected area of tallgrass in the world, the Tallgrass Prairie Preserve near Pawhuska is home to a huge number of different kinds of plants and animals. Bring your binoculars and take a walk on the wild side while you view the largest herds of bison in the country, as well as white-tailed deer, bobcats, armadillos, beavers, woodchucks, badgers and coyotes.
Look to the Oklahoma skies for your opportunities to watch eagles, falcons, scissortail flycatcher and more. Head to Oklahoma’s lakes and rivers, including the Three Rivers Wildlife Management Area in Broken Bow, to see quail, turkeys, waterfowl and maybe even some river otters. Alabaster Caverns State Park is home to several species of cave dwellers including the Cave Myotis and Mexican Free-tailed bats. With an abundance of beauty and wildlife, animal lovers flock to Oklahoma for a one-of-a-kind wildlife experience.
When you take a trip to southeast Oklahoma, you'll find no shortage of adventures and activities. Whether you love floating the river, fishing on the lake or hiking forest trails, you'll find the thrills you're looking for in southeastern Oklahoma.
Encounter rich Native American history through the exploration of Native-owned art galleries, historical sites and the natural beauty found in Osage County.
Lace up your hiking boots, grab your binoculars and head to the Oklahoma panhandle where you'll find a birding paradise at Black Mesa State Park and Nature Preserve. Over 100 species of birds are frequently spotted amidst the plateaus and junipers that dot this rugged landscape.
Each winter you can follow Oklahoma eagles on a path to adventure with these handy eagle viewing tips and this list of top statewide eagle watching hot spots.
Grab your binoculars and hit the road to get up close and personal with the noble American bison.
Oklahoma's wildlife refuges, zoos and animal attractions are home to hundreds of species and offer unique experiences.
