Beech Creek National Scenic Area & Botanical Area
The 7,500-acre scenic area is known for its beautiful old beech trees, other middle-aged to mature trees and vegetation. Enjoy 32.5 miles of interconnecting hiking trails through different ecosystems along the headwaters of Beech Creek.
Within this scenic area is a special zone, the 400-acre Beech Creek Botanical Area. An old forest road winds through the Scenic Area, providing hiking opportunities to view the scenic beauty. The gravel access road to this area is narrow; visitors should drive with caution.
The Beech Creek Trail follows at the creek edge or in the fertile ground a few hundred feet away. It is a fairly easy hike for 2.5 miles from the east end of Forest Road K68A to the “Cascades” with small waterfalls and pools.
The Turkey Snout Loop follows a small tributary and crosses near the beginning of Beech Creek.
The Walnut Mountain and Blue Bouncer Loops are best suited to experienced backpackers. The terrain is rugged with limited water sources on the mountains.
Reservations
General Information
Open all year.
No fee
Address: 111 SH-259A Broken Bow, OK 74728
Phone: (580) 494-6402
Hours: Visitor center open Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-4:00 pm (Closed on federal holidays)
Getting There
Directions
Take Oklahoma Hwy. 63 east from Big Cedar, OK for 6 miles, turn right (south) on Forest Service Road 6026 for 5 miles.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
