Lake Hefner
A large reservoir lake northwest of the city, with a lakeside trail, a lighthouse and a waterfront dining area, ideal for walking, cycling and watching the sunset.
Lake Hefner is a city water-supply reservoir covering about 10 square km. Its steady winds make it a popular spot for sailing and kiteboarding. The roughly 15 km trail around the lake suits cycling and running, and the waterfront area near the small lighthouse on the east shore has restaurants and terraces where you can watch the sunset over the prairie. There is also a golf course and parks by the lake. Entry is free. It is about 15 km from downtown, a 20-minute drive, and swimming in the lake is prohibited.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Paseo Arts District
- National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum
- Oklahoma State Capitol
- Stockyards City
- Oklahoma History Center
- Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum
- Oklahoma City Museum of Art
- Science Museum Oklahoma