Sequoyah State Park facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Sequoyah State Park
Aerial view of Sequoyah State Park on Fort Gibson Lake
Sequoyah State Park Location in Oklahoma
Location	Cherokee County, Oklahoma, United States
Nearest city	Wagoner, Oklahoma
Area	2,200 acres (890 ha)
Established	1948
Visitors	275,000 (in 2011)
Governing body	Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department

Sequoyah State Park is a super fun place to visit in Oklahoma! It's one of Oklahoma's 32 state parks. This park covers 2,200 acres of land that sticks out into Fort Gibson Lake in Cherokee County, Oklahoma. It's about 8 miles (13 km) east of Wagoner, Oklahoma and 18 miles (29 km) west of Tahlequah, Oklahoma, right off State Highway 51.

When you drive into the park, you'll see lots of tall pine trees. Inside, there are tons of cool things to do! You can find places to camp, a marina called Paradise Cove, a golf course, the Three Forks Nature Center, and even horse riding at Sequoyah Riding Stables. The park also has the biggest state park lodge in Oklahoma. The main park office is in the town of Hulbert, Oklahoma. You can explore 12 miles (19 km) of hiking trails for free, including the Fossil Trail, Bluebird Trail, and Scissortail Paved Trail.

Explore the Three Forks Nature Center

This park has an amazing nature center that you can visit for free! The Three Forks Nature Center is home to many animals like mammals and birds that were once hurt but are now being cared for. You can even watch them get fed every day. The center also has live snakes and other animals. Plus, there are cool displays that show animals in their natural homes. It's a great place to learn about local wildlife!

Play Golf at Sequoyah Park Golf Course

If you like golf, you'll enjoy the Sequoyah Park Golf Course. It was designed by Floyd Farley and is a par 70 course, meaning it's a standard difficulty for golfers. It's a beautiful spot to play a round of golf right inside the park.

Stay at Sequoyah Lodge

Sequoyah Lodge is the biggest lodge in any of Oklahoma's state parks. It's located right inside Sequoyah State Park. The lodge has 104 rooms and suites, plus cozy cottages and a bunkhouse for groups. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant, swim in the cool zero-entry swimming pool, or play a game on the volleyball and tennis courts. It's a perfect place to stay during your visit!

Go Horseback Riding at Sequoyah Riding Stables

Want to explore the park in a unique way? Sequoyah Riding Stables offers fun trail rides and hay rides. You can ride a horse through the park's beautiful scenery, which is a great adventure for families and friends.

Park Entrance Fees

Since June 15, 2020, some Oklahoma state parks, including Sequoyah State Park, have a small entrance fee. This money helps keep the parks in great shape and adds new improvements. The fee is charged per vehicle. For a single day, it's $10, or $8 if you're an Oklahoma resident with an Oklahoma license plate. Good news! The fees are waived for honorably discharged veterans and Oklahoma residents aged 62 and older (and their spouses). You can also buy passes for three days, a week, or even an annual pass that works at all 22 state parks that charge fees. An annual pass costs $75 for out-of-state visitors or $60 for Oklahoma residents.

Here are the 22 state parks that charge entrance fees:

• Arrowhead Area at Lake Eufaula State Park
• Beavers Bend State Park
• Boiling Springs State Park
• Cherokee Landing State Park
• Fort Cobb State Park
• Foss State Park
• Honey Creek Area at Grand Lake State Park
• Great Plains State Park
• Great Salt Plains State Park
• Greenleaf State Park
• Keystone State Park
• Lake Eufaula State Park
• Lake Murray State Park
• Lake Texoma State Park
• Lake Thunderbird State Park
• Lake Wister State Park
• Natural Falls State Park
• Osage Hills State Park
• Robbers Cave State Park
• Sequoyah State Park
• Tenkiller State Park
• Twin Bridges Area at Grand Lake State Park