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Quartz Mountain Rock Climbing
Discover the rugged geology of Quartz Mountain Resort Park which is surrounded by the stark beauty of rough granite hills and outcroppings, remnants of the Wichita Mountain Range, whose peaks once stood over 20,000 feet tall. The park'
, OK RappellingQuartz Mountain Trails
Two hiking trails are located near the park office. The New Horizon Trail, a rugged 1/2 mile path, explores the habitats of the mountain and takes the hiker 3/4
, OK Hiking TrailsRed Rock Canyon Rock Climbing
Red Rock Canyon is one of the most popular rappelling sites in Oklahoma. Visitors must bring their own ropes and gear and use the park's canyon walls at designated rappelling sites only to participate in this exciting activity. Rappelling is done at the visitor'
, OK RappellingRed Rock Canyon Camping
Red Rock Canyon is one of the most beautiful examples of nature's artwork in Oklahoma. Wind and water have shaped 260
, OK CampingRed Rock Canyon Trails
Red Rock Canyon features two wonderful nature trails. The Rough Horsetail Nature Trail is located in the Caddo Maple Conservation Area portion of the park at the bottom of the steep entrance hill. This 0.4 mile loop trail is marked with interpretive signs. Trail difficulty is mild.
, OK Hiking TrailsQuartz Mountain Camping
Campers and picnickers will find 237 picnic tables, 5 group picnic shelters, 1 enclosed group shelter, 20 modern RV sites w/ all hookups, 101 sites w/ water & electric, and 99 regular campsites w/ no utilities. There are also 8 comfort stations (5 with showers), 2
, OK CampingQuartz Mountain Wildlife Viewing
Quartz Mountain Park forms a great rocky nest:
, OK Wildlife ViewingQuartz Mountain ORV Area
Area 3 on the north shore of the Altus Lake is the location for riding ATV's and motorcycles. Trails wind through wooded dunes and along the lakeshore. All vehicles must have a 10 foot whip with colored flag. The ORV area is open from sunrise to sunset April 1 through September 30.
, OK ORV AreasRed Rock Canyon Fishing
Red Rock Canyon has a fishing pond located in Canyon Campground. The pond is stocked locally with Largemouth Bass, Catfish and Bluegill. Lots of fun for anglers of all ages. An Oklahoma Fishing License is required for those 16 and over.
, OK FishingCalifornia Road Trail
Red Rock Canyon became a landmark on the California Road, the pioneer trail that led westward from Ft. Smith, Arkansas to Santa Fe, New Mexico. During the 1849
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