You Can Tour Oklahoma’s Arbuckle Mountains of Horseback

Why does everyone think of Oklahoma is just a flyover state? Everyone thinks it's just a big open space of flat farmland... and while there certainly is a lot of farmland, this state isn't just the Great Plains.

Sure, Oklahoma contains its fair share of plains, but half of this state contains various mountain ranges. From the Wichita's to the Ozark's, Quachita, and Arbuckles. And yes, there are some more mountain ranges bestowed a name, but they're all part of the big four.

While hiking is a good way to explore our local Wichita's, the Arbuckles are best seen on horseback.

If you've never explored the Arbuckle Mountains near Sulpher, OK, I understand. It's Oklahoma's best-kept secret.

The Chickasaw National Recreation Area is one of the lesser-known National Parks in America. I'm not sure why, but I can only reckon it's because we don't call it "Platt National Park" anymore. Still, the beauty there is ridiculous and something you'd never expect to find in Oklahoma.

Azure blue cold water springs, camping under a sprawling tree canopy, well-groomed trails... It is like stepping into an Oklahoma Yellowstone. And when it comes to seeing the mountains from a unique perspective, what's more unique than doing it on horseback?

Arbuckle Trail Rides has been letting visitors explore this mountain range in a saddle for a long time. If the massive amount of positive reviews are to be correct, it seems like it's "the" way to see that part of the state.

Here's the good news, they have horses for even the smallest kiddos, and a track record for providing unbelievable experiences out in the hills. Have fun.