Spring is right around the corner and with all the warm weather across the state, we thought you might be looking for places to get away from the hustle and bustle. A little relaxation in nature is sometimes all you need to unwind and relax. Here are 12 secret spots in Oklahoma where nature will completely relax you:

  1. Relax at the beautiful Quartz Mountain and Lake Altus-Lugert in southwestern Oklahoma.

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  1. Walk among nature in Tallgrass Prairie Preserve in Osage County.

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  1. See the Tulsa skyline from Centennial Park.

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  1. Test your fishing skills at Osage Hills State Park.

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  1. Take an evening walk along the shores of Lake Eufaula.

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  1. Walk the trails of Charon’s Garden near the 40 ft. hole in Wichita Mountain Wildlife Refuge.

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  1. Or just enjoy the beauty of nature all around.

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  1. Breathe in the fresh air at the Ouachita Mountains.

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  1. Jump off rope swings in Spavinaw Creek.

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  1. Hike to North Canyon Rim in Black Mesa State Park.

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  1. Take a dip or stroll the grounds at Greenleaf State Park.

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  1. Float along Lower Mountain Fork River.

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Where is your favorite place in Oklahoma to relax outdoors?

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