The Most Remote Lake In Oklahoma Is Also The Most Peaceful
Quanah Parker Lake in the Wichita Mountains offers serene fishing, kayaking, and hiking experiences in a peaceful, natural setting.
Spend a day (or a weekend) in the Wichita Mountains and enjoy one of the most serene places in Oklahoma. Within the mountains, you'll find a breathtaking lake that's perfect for fishing or kayaking. Quanah Parker Lake is a reservoir with only three miles of shoreline but it's one of the most peaceful places you'll ever find. Of all the lakes in Oklahoma, this one might just be the quietest, most peaceful one of them all.
Welcome to Quanah Parker Lake!
This majestic lake might be small but it packs a mighty big impression. No motorized boats are allowed so this place is very chill and relaxed.
It is located inside the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge and is surrounded by mountains on all sides.
It's a very popular fishing spot, so be sure and bring your rod. At the end of the lake is a dam that was built in the 1930s and the architecture is just beautiful.
You can drive right up to the lake, so if you have a kayak it's very convenient to drive right up and put it in the water.
Be prepared to fall in love: this is one of the most beautiful lakes in Oklahoma.
There is also a fun bridge to hike over, plus there are plenty of hiking trails in the area if you want to take a hike.
It's a wonderland of beauty for anyone who finds themselves amazed by the natural world. We're only a little obsessed!
The lake is not the best option for swimming as there are water snakes and snapping turtles, so please use caution.
It's fun to look, but don't get in - that would be a bad idea.
Is this not the most beautiful setting?
We don't know about you but we could spend all day enjoying the peace and quiet out here.
Check out this jazzy look at the beauty of Quanah Parker Lake:

The Wichita Mountains are known for their stunning beauty, but did you know this time of year it’s brimming with wildflowers? It’s truly a magical scene and the best part is, that you can take a hike right next to thousands and thousands of wildflowers. Seriously, there's nothing better than one of the best lakes in Oklahoma + wildflowers! The Jed Johnson Tower Trail will take you on a magical hike and it's not far from Quanah Parker Lake.
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