This Hidden Spot In Oklahoma Is Unbelievably Beautiful And You’ll Want To Find It

Editor’s Note: The Bathtub Rocks are located on private property within the preserve, making it closed to the general public. In order to protect this natural feature, we ask that you do not trespass onto the area to view it.

Nestled in the Ozarks is the J.T. Nickel Family Nature and Wildlife Preserve - 17,000 acres of exceptional beauty in the rolling Cookson Hills of northeastern Oklahoma. There are views of the Illinois River, spring-fed creeks, waterfalls, forests, woodlands and much more. Take a look at this hidden spot in Oklahoma that is unbelievably beautiful.

The J.T. Nickel Family Nature and Wildlife Preserve was formed in 2000 and is located in the beautiful town of Tahlequah. It's open to the public and the perfect place to go for hiking, exploring and bird watching.

After you travel along County Road 685 for about 6 miles through the preserve, you'll come to the headquarters. If you need any help or have questions, please visit them before heading out to explore.

Your adventure in this beautiful land will take you to places you never knew existed in the Sooner State. Look at this majestic waterfall tucked away in the foliage. Wow!

There are three self-guided nature trails at the preserve, ranging in length from .5 - 1.5 miles. The trails are great for viewing wildlife, butterflies and wildflowers.

You’ll also find a little geological water park -

Bathtub Rocks -within the area that is a hidden gem in the summer. It's a group of smoothed over rocks that form pools and slides.

The area is home to free ranging elk. The nature preserve introduced elk back into the Ozarks after they were absent for over 150 years. Currently, there are around 50 elk roaming the land. You'll also find white tailed deer, coyotes, black bears, bobcats and many other animal species.

The topography is very diverse within the preserve and every section offers something unique. If you venture off and explore, you'll come across steep slopes, narrow valleys and flat land.

No matter what season you visit the preserve, there's always something to do, see and explore. There is no admission charge for visitors and the trails are open during daylight hours, seven days a week.

Have you ever explored this hidden gem or visited Bathtub Rocks in the summer? If so, what is your favorite part about the preserve?

If you enjoy hiking, check out this hike to the highest point in the Sooner State. It has the best view in the state!