Bison Trail
Wichita Mountains National Wildlife Refuge, Comanche County, OK
Loop trail in Wichita Mountains National Wildlife Refuge, Comanche County, OK. Hiking.
- Distance
- 5.1 mi (8.2 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 279 ft (85 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 45 min
- High point
- 1,686 ft (514 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Loop
Features
Along the way
- Trailhead: French Lake Trailhead 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Bison Trail
How long is Bison Trail?
Bison Trail is 5.1 mi (8.2 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 45 min. It climbs 279 ft (85 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,686 ft (514 m).
How hard is Bison Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Bison Trail?
2 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Bison Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Bison Trail shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on Bison Trail?
Best for Hiking. Surface: paved.
Is this a good week for Bison Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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- Longhorn Trail Wichita Mountains National Wildlife Refuge · Easy · 1.1 mi (1.8 km)
- Fawn Creek Trail Charons Garden Wilderness Area · Easy · 1.6 mi (2.6 km)
- Burford Lake Trail Wichita Mountains National Wildlife Refuge · Easy · 0.8 mi (1.3 km)
- Elk Mountain Trail Charons Garden Wilderness Area · Moderate · 2.9 mi (4.6 km)
- Sunset Trail Wichita Mountains National Wildlife Refuge · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.7 km)
- Kite Trail Wichita Mountains National Wildlife Refuge · Easy · 2.2 mi (3.6 km)
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