Near Owl Cove Recreation Area
Little guys like this love this area
Near Owl Cove Recreation Area
Awesome old trees all around the Owl Cove Recreation Area
Near Owl Cove Recreation Area
Lots of wildlife in this little cove
Near Owl Cove Recreation Area
Peaceful area for a break
Near Owl Cove Recreation Area
Road is several miles away from the headquarters

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Owl Cove Recreation Area

3.0 (1 Rating)
A nice example of classic Oklahoma terrain.
2.2
mi
Distance
80
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
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Access Issues
Area closes at Sunset.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
2.22mi
Distance
80ft
Elevation Gain
78ft
Elevation Loss
10%
Max Grade
1,716ft
High Point
1,640ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
There is no true trailhead at this refuge. The trails are all over the place from game, hunters, and pedestrians alike. The Foss Lake area is a very nice place to freely explore, so do so at your leisure. There are a lot of brush and cactus, making some areas nicer to walk on than others. Specifically the vehicle trails that run through the area.Enjoy the views, wildlife and peace on offer here. This place has it all.
History & Background
This is a National Wildlife Refuge.

Route Conditions

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Contributors
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