From manicured gardens to wildflowers or urban trails to water sports, OKC has plenty of ways to play outside. With an average of 235 days of sunshine annually, you can enjoy a variety of outdoor recreation options year-round. We’ve gathered a few ways you can get back to nature while never leaving the city. Get Outside It may seem counterintuitive that Oklahoma City is a destination for water-based sports, but the U.S. Olympic Committee’s USRowing National High Performance Center being located inOKC’s Boathouse District is just one example of the surprising watersports you’ll find here. Situated along the Oklahoma River, the Boathouse District is home to Riversport Adventures, which includes stand-up paddleboards (SUPs), kayaks, canoes, surfing and snow skiing (yes, you read that right), zip lines and the Riversport Rapids. FeaturingClass II-IV rafting, kayaking and canoeing, the Riversport Rapids is open to various skill levels, but childrenmust be at least eight-years of age, and 16 to goBigWater Rafting. Surfers of all skill levels (42” and taller) can also catch a wave at SurfOKC. Day passes are available for individuals and families for all of Riversport’s activities. Additionally, bike and running trails along the river are open and free to the public. The BoathouseDistrict trails and river lead directly to the LakeOverholser Boathouse, with evenmore outdoor activities, like a climbing wall, and easy access to StinchcombWildlife Refuge, as well as SUP and kayak rentals onsite. LakeHefner has its own boathouse as well, but the water is a little too choppy for SUPs. Kayaking is available, though, as are trails for biking, running, in-line skating or a casual walk to take in a sunset.The lake features sailing and kitesurfing, as well as one of the state’s largest public golf courses.
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