Wichita Mountains Byway
Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, OK
Established in 1901,Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge consists of 59,020 acres that host a rare piece of the past - a remnant mixed-grass prairie. This 'island' of natural prairie escaped destruction because the rocks underfoot defeated the plow. Wild, rugged, and weathered, it is a symbol of the Old West standing at the threshold of modern times. For centuries, this remarkable land was the province of a few nomadic hunters and food gatherers. Today the refuge serves all Americans by conserving part of our nation’s wildlife heritage. The refuge was established in the early 1900s to conserve
Photo Credits
- Public domain.
Quick Facts
- Location:
Between the cities of Meers, Mountain Park, and Lawton.
Local Information
- Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge:
- The FWS website contains a brief description of the refuge, directions on how to get there, and tour dates.
- Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge (FWS Profile):
- Visit the US-FWS website for information on fishing, hunting, and photography, as well as a detailed description, driving directions, and a management profile.
