Top Outdoor Locations of Texas
It stands to reason that a state as large and varied as Texas would be a great vacation spot for outdoor journeys. Texas has hundreds of state parks accessible for lovers of fresh air and nature. McCurtain County is home to several of them.
McCurtain County consists of some of the most beautiful land in the area. It is home to the earliest stands of pine anyplace in the world. It is on Life Magazine's list of the "top places to visit throughout your lifetime." The county is covered with trails for all skill levels, which range in length from one to 16 miles. Terrain also differs in intensity, from gentle, rolling flatlands to rugged mountain climbs. The paths aren't just limited to hikers either. Many of them are available to mountain bikers, and the various trails keep hikers and bikers apart.
Three of the best parks to visit in this region are Inks Lake, Garner, and Beaver's Bend. Beaver's Bend, in particular, is a great park for hiking and spending time. There are lodges offered for rent for the less adventurous hiker, and several have a great view of the lake. Beaver's Bend is three hours away from Dallas in southwest Oklahoma, but is well worth the time it takes to get there, specifically if you enjoy hiking diversity. The dried up river beds, rocky ridges and deep lush underbrush make for an exciting trekking adventure.
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