🍁 Fall Foliage Bucket List: Best Hikes & Waterfall Views in Broken Bow, OK

As summer gives way to crisp air and golden leaves, Broken Bow, Oklahoma becomes a dreamy fall destination. With vibrant foliage blanketing the Ouachita Mountains and cool breezes drifting through pine forests, it’s the perfect time to hit the trails. Here’s your bucket list of the best hikes and waterfall views for a fall getaway.

1. Friends Trail Loop – Beavers Bend State Park

This 1.5-mile scenic loop is a local favorite for good reason. It hugs the Mountain Fork River and offers panoramic bluff views with a colorful forest canopy in autumn. It’s moderately challenging, with just enough elevation to make it rewarding.

2. Lookout Mountain Trail

Get a bird’s-eye view of the fiery fall colors from Lookout Mountain. The trail is about 2.5 miles round trip and gives hikers sweeping views of the valley and Broken Bow Lake—stunning in late October when the leaves peak.

3. Cathedral Mountain Trail

This hidden gem in Beavers Bend offers a peaceful walk through towering hardwoods that turn golden and red in fall. Bonus: fewer crowds, making it perfect for quiet reflection and photos.

4. Thunderbird Falls

Just outside Broken Bow, Thunderbird Falls is a magical seasonal cascade, especially picturesque in fall. Combine this stop with a short forest hike and you’ll have a serene afternoon of nature and beauty.

Pro Tip: For the best leaf color, plan your trip between late October and early November. Bring a picnic, wear layers, and don’t forget your camera!

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