SPRING CREEK AT MARTIN NATURE PARK PHOTO BY EMILEY BAINBRIDGE
PHOTO BY KALYN MCMAHON
OKLAHOMA CITY ZOO & BOTANICAL GARDEN PHOTOS BY KALYN MCMAHON
For the whole family, Martin Park features three hiking trails, picnic areas and a nature-themed playground. The park’s Nature Center offers hands-on activities and special programs about local animals and plant life, as well as a bird observation wall and a watch tower. The trails wind around a large pond, follow the bubbling Spring Creek, pass by the wildflower meadows, and meander through woodland areas. One trail, the INTEGRIS Jim Thorpe Rehabilitation Courage Trail, is a half-mile path featuring widened walkways and boardwalks Make a splash at OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark , a spring break lifesaver for families. Rain or shine, OKANA delivers nonstop fun with twisting water slides, wave pools and kid-friendly splash zones that let everyone play all day long. Looking to slow things down? OK River Cruises offer a relaxing way to see the city from the water, complete with scenic views and fun facts. And if you’d rather stay on land, grab a paddle and hit the pickleball courts popping up across OKC parks and recreation centers for fast-paced, friendly competition. designed for visitors with limited mobility. Big adventure, big smiles Always a fan favorite, the Oklahoma City Zoo & Botanical Garden features nearly 2,000 animals within diverse exhibits including Expedition Africa, Sanctuary Asia, Great EscApe, Lion’s Overlook, the Herpetarium & Wetlands Walkway, and a Children’s Zoo. Don’t miss Oklahoma Trails, an eight-acre habitat showcasing 11 distinct life zones unique to the state. Special events and Wild Encounter experiences offer up-close views and interactions with animals. With many indoor and climate-controlled spaces, the fun continues rain or shine.
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