Heavener Runestone State Park
Hiking Trails
Cliff Side Trail
- The Basics
- Type: Hiking
- Length: 1 mile One-Way
- Difficulty: Easy
- Time: ½ hour
- Requirements: None
- Description
- The Cliff Side Trail begins on the south side of the park, at the #2 pavilion. This trail swings out along the the cliffs of the west side of the park, with spectacular views of the surrounding area, including the town of Heavener down below, and Lake Wister off in the distance. The trail then makes its way towards pavilion #1, where it joins with the Nature Trail.
- Additional Info
- Camping: No
- Water: No water on trail
- Trail Head(s): Pavilion #2
- Trail Markings:
- Pets Allowed:
- Recommended Season:
Nature Trail
- The Basics
- Type: Hiking
- Length: 1 mile Loop
- Difficulty: Easy - Moderate
- Time: ½ hour - 1 hour
- Requirements: None
- Description
- This trail begins near the park office, and follows along with the Runestone Trail for the first little bit. Soon after, the Runestone Trail breaks off, and the Nature Trail meanders through the woods of Poteau Mountain surrounding the park. Many plants and wildlife can be seen along this trail.
- Additional Info
- Camping: No
- Water: No water on trail
- Trail Head(s): Park Office
- Trail Markings:
- Pets Allowed:
- Recommended Season:
Runestone Interpretive Trail
- The Basics
- Type: Hiking
- Length: ¼ mile Loop
- Difficulty: Easy - Moderate
- Time: ½ hour
- Requirements: None
- Description
- The main feature of the park, this trail will take you to the runestone rock itself, which is now housed in a protective shelter. Some folks believe that the markings on this rock were inscribed by the Vikings, centuries before Columbus discovered America. The trail itself is not very long, but there are a number of steps down into the valley and back out where the runestone is located. Interpretive and information signs are located at the shelter, explaining the different meanings of the runestone.
- Additional Info
- Camping: No
- Water: No water on trail
- Trail Head(s): Park Office
- Trail Markings:
- Pets Allowed:
- Recommended Season: