Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Sparrowhawk, Oklahoma

A beautiful and leisurely drive through a small section of the eastern side of the Cherokee Nation. This route is approximately 58 miles long and can be completed in 2-5 hours, depending on the speed…
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The trail is part of the Oklahoma Adventure Trail and follows a well-looked-after gravel road that still dishes out a fair share of washboard bumps and loose rattles, especially where it twists through the hills.…
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The trail is part of the Oklahoma Adventure Trail and eases you in with smooth pavement before switching to hard-packed gravel and finally loosening into a softer, if still well-kept, surface. Late-May storms have left…
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North 450 is part of the Oklahoma Adventure Trail and is a well-maintained gravel trail that winds through a mix of wooded terrain and open farmland, offering a varied and scenic drive. In the forested…
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This wooded trail is part of the Oklahoma Adventure Trail and begins with a wide, relatively flat section that passes near a few rural homesteads, where drivers should remain cautious of both local traffic and…
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The trail is part of the Oklahoma Adventure Trail and follows a maintained gravel but with bumps and potholes in sections. In several stretches, the roadway narrows, flanked by drainage ditches that leave little margin…
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This gravel lane is part of the Oklahoma Adventure Trail and stays in decent shape overall, but it narrows where drainage ditches crowd the edges. The route rises and dips through rolling farmland, so plan…
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The trail is part of the Oklahoma Adventure Trail and begins as a remarkably smooth, straight stretch, lulling drivers into an easy rhythm before evolving into a progressively rougher track dotted with potholes and gentle…
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North 440 Road is part of the Oklahoma Adventure Trail, and this gravel trail is generally well-maintained, winding through shaded wooded areas before opening up to wide stretches of agricultural land and a scattering of…
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The trail is part of the Oklahoma Adventure Trail and begins as firm, medium-grade gravel but soon rattles into long, washboard stretches that keep your suspension busy before pitching into a few steep climbs and…
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This gravel trail is part of the Oklahoma Adventure Trail and is in relatively good condition compared to others in the area, though it still presents some challenges. It winds through dense forest and follows…
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The South Burnt Cabin Road runs through the Wildlife Management Area, shifting in character as you travel it. The approaches at either end are gravel, generally smooth but dotted with potholes that keep speeds low.…
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This trail is just for access to the camping areas. This campground has spots for tents, boondocking, electric sites, and self-sufficient sites. Right next to the campground, you will find very nice showers and bathrooms…
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This trail is for Float Parking Access. This is still something new to the park and is currently being worked on. This trail, like most others, has loose rock and some muddy areas. You will…
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This trail begins with a smooth and easy drive, but conditions change quickly. As you continue, the route becomes more challenging with frequent climbs and descents, deep mud, and large puddles scattered throughout. Progress slows…
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This is the Main Access Road for the park. This road is shared with other landowners, so please be respectful. Starting from the North side of the park, you will find the main entrance to…
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This trail can be started from the campground side of the park. Brandon's trail will lead to four other trails in the park. One of them is a more challenging trail if you continue straight…
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Whitley's Trail is a connecting trail off of Brandon's Trail. This will bring you back from the South Side of the park to the Main Access Road. Whitley's Trail has some washed-out sections that can…
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This trail will branch off of Brandon's trail (coming from the campground) and will take you to the Parking Line Road, which has access to all the day-use trails. You will also pass multiple hard-rated…
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This loop is for the Day use vehicles parking off the Main Access Road. This loop brings you to several trails throughout the park and is well-maintained. During heavy rain, this trail can become very…
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This trail follows a maintained gravel road that can be a bit bumpy in spots, but it winds through the forest and makes for a peaceful, scenic drive. Several side trails split off along the…
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This trail can be driven either direction (North to South or South to North). Starting from the North side, you will come off the Access Road and take a downhill with some loose rock. You…
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Truce's Trail can be started from the Access Road, which would be the South side of this trail. This trail will be fairly easy for most 4x4-capable vehicles. This trail is more of a connecting…
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This is just an early exit or quick entrance to Truce's Trail. This will contain the same type of material as Truce's, meaning some loose rock, slightly muddy areas, especially during the rainy season. This…
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This trail is fairly easy, being mostly a connecting trail back to the access road from Lynn's Loop or Jenny's Trail. This trail has some loose rock, small mud holes, and some tight spots through…
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This section of the Oklahoma Adventure Trail stands out for its exceptional natural beauty, winding gracefully between dense forest and wide open fields. The gravel surface is generally well-maintained, though travelers should expect some rocky…
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This route is a connecting route for other trails, some of the buggy trails. This trail loops around at the very end and has a spectacular view. There is some loose and sharp rock on…
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This trail is fairly easy with some washed-out sections that could get worse over time. Some sections that could swallow a 33-inch tire. There is also loose rock throughout this trail. This trail is a…
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This trail is part of the Oklahoma Adventure Trail and winds through a mix of open fields and forested areas, offering a scenic and peaceful drive. It crosses both a small stream and a larger…
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This is a shortcut trail off of Ana's Trail, which will connect you to Jackson's Trail. This trail is extremely easy and can be done by any 4x4 vehicle. Most of it is dirt/grass-grown road.…
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