Located in the San Bois Mountains in southeast Oklahoma, Robbers Cave State Park offers some of the best hiking in the state. Its 25 miles of hiking trails and two back country campsites make it a great spot for overnight camping. The Rough Canyon Trail is an almost 3-mile trail that loops within the park. It is an easy-to-moderate hike that can be enjoyed by those looking for a leisurely hike, or it can be extended to other trails for the more advanced hiker.
This 2.9-mile loop is not very strenuous (except for one significant climb early on) and has some very nice views of Rough Canyon and Fourche Maline Creek.
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The Rough Canyon trail begins just west of the Robbers Cave parking lot.
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Look for the Rough Canyon sign and the trail will head east toward Rough Canyon.
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The trailhead has a little steep incline and a walking stick can be used for those seeking assistance.
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Hike into the stunning Rough Canyon.
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It has a beautiful spot for a picnic lunch.
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Enjoy the water along the trail.
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Follow along to the Cattail Pond Trail, then return back.
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Towards the end of the trail, you will pass by Lost Lake.
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To see everything Robbers Cave State Park has to offer, watch the video below:
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If you add on Cattail Pond Trails, you can extend the hike to 5.5 miles.
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Have you ever been hiking on this trail? What did you enjoy the most about it?
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