The Creepiest Hike In Oklahoma Takes You Through The Ruins Of An Abandoned Government Experiment
Oklahoma is full of abandoned places to explore, but this one might be one of the creepiest. The Parallel Forest Loop Trail in the Wichita Mountains takes you through an abandoned government experiment from 1912, and it’s as creepy as it sounds.
Located in southwest Oklahoma, the Wichita Mountains are rocky promontories full of natural beauty and breathtaking views. These mountains are home to the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge – 59,000 spectacular acres full of free-roaming wildlife.
Back in 1912, the government planted 20,000 trees, all exactly six feet apart. It was a government project to study the effects of the Dust Bowl. Even though the project was abandoned, the trees keep growing and growing in their perfectly placed spots.
Many mysterious sights and sounds have been reported within this abandoned area. Most of the sunlight is blocked from the tree canopy, so it's even creepier knowing it's dark inside the forest.
To learn more about the hike, check out AllTrails.com.
Not all of the trails in the Wichita Mountains are haunted. One of the best hiking trails in the state is the Narrows Trail in the Wichita Mountains. It’s not too long, but it’s definitely a trail for experienced hikers due to the rugged terrain. Lace up those hiking boots; fill up the Yetis, and head to this majestic trail if you’re looking for a hike that’s full of beauty (without the eerie forest).
Address: Parallel Forest, Meers Rd, Lawton, OK 73507, USA
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Ashley has lived in Oklahoma for 25 years and is the Oklahoma staff writer for onlyinyourstate.com. When she isn't exploring Oklahoma, she enjoys visiting the beaches of California.
