It’s no surprise that Oklahoma has some beautiful places to photograph. From sand deserts to red rock canyons and everything in between, the Sooner State is full of awe-inspiring places. Most of our iconic landmarks look like they belong in the state but there is one that looks like you’re in New England. The Lighthouse at Lake Hefner is a scenic spot in Oklahoma City that boasts the most photographed lighthouse in the state. Any time you visit the lighthouse, you’ll notice tourists and photographers capturing this gorgeous landmark, many with epic sunsets in the background. Keep scrolling to see some of the best photographs we found of this photogenic spot.

Golden hour at the Lighthouse is very popular and you can see why. Anyone else in complete awe of this setting?
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The Lighthouse stands at 36 feet tall and was built in 1999.
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The official name is the Lighthouse at East Wharf and is located on Lake Hefner, a 2500 acre lake built in the mid-1900s.
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You never know what scene you will encounter when you visit. A foggy day makes for an even more spectacular setting.
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The Lighthouse is a member of the U.S. Lighthouse Society and is one of the most photographed spots in the state.
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It was inspired by the second oldest lighthouse in the country and is built of concrete.
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Look at the gorgeous array of colors in this photograph. It's hard to believe this isn't a coastal picture but instead, located in the middle of America's heartland.
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Have you had the pleasure of visiting this stunning place before? If so, when is your favorite time to visit?
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Right around the lighthouse is a row of restaurants and a walking trail. It's a great spot to grab a bite to eat and enjoy dinner with a view.
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The Lighthouse at East Wharf flashes a red, two-second off-on pattern from dusk to dawn over Lake Hefner and is quite spectacular.
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If you are interested in learning more about Lake Hefner, click here.

If you visit the Lighthouse and Lake Hefner, we highly recommend you take a sunset sailboat ride. Click here to learn more about this memorable experience.

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