How to Visit Turner Falls, Oklahoma

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How to Visit Turner Falls, Oklahoma

Introduction

Turner Falls has been a popular vacation spot since the 1860s. This 1500-acre park is operated by the city of Davis, Oklahoma. Honey Creek, originating in the Arbuckle Mountains, spills over a 77-foot waterfall to form a natural swimming pool. Like the Grand Canyon and the Black Hills of South Dakota, Turner Falls is considered a window into the geological past.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Steps

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Step One

Visit Turner Falls during the summer months to enjoy the natural swimming pools, waterfall, caves and hiking trails.
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Step Two

Decide what type of accommodations you prefer. Cabins, tent campsites and even teepees are available. The park has picnic areas, a pavilion and bathhouses for visitors to use.
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Step Three

Contact Turner Falls Park at (580) 369-2988 to make reservations for a cabin. RV and tent campsites are rented out on a first-come, first-served basis. Call Noland's Teepee Rentals at (580) 247-0212 for information on renting a teepee.
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Step Four

Expect to pay a park admission fee for each person and a per-vehicle per-day campsite fee, in addition to fees for renting a campsite.
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Step Five

Print maps to the park from the Turner Falls Web site (see Who Can Help below). Turner Falls is conveniently located just off Interstate 35 near Davis.
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Step Six

Be aware that May through September are the busiest months at Turner Falls Park. Make your cabin reservations early.

Overall Tips & Warnings

  • If you don't mind dressing warmly on your hikes, visit Turner Falls in the fall or winter. Cabins are available and park fees are lower.
  • If you prefer more modern accommodations, stay in one of the hotels or lodges in Davis, Oklahoma.
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