Bicycling

Both touring and mountain biking are popular in the area since every road leading to Talihina is scenic and the off road opportunities are abundant. Experienced riders will find the Holson Valley/Old Military Road Trail through the Ouachita National Forest, a moderate to difficult ride, with 12 miles of sometimes steep and rocky gravel road, ending at Deadman Vista on the Talimena Scenic Drive, Oklahoma’s National Scenic Byway. There are also some interesting bike trails through Wister Lake State Park and Robbers Cave State Park. Touring along Routes 1 and 63 through the Kiamichi Valley will give you beautiful views, from paved roads that are mainly straight with slight hills, perfect for the family or group outing.