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Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge

Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma is a prime location for my photography. I document the diverse terrain, from granite mountains to grasslands. I capture the bison, elk, and prairie dog populations. I observe the raptors and the unique plant life. I aim to show the refuge’s role in preserving a diverse ecosystem. The landscape’s rugged beauty is a constant source of inspiration.

Granite Boulders in the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge

June 23, 2025 by Steve Creek
Expansive view of granite boulders and hills with distant mountains and green vegetation in the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge.

Massive granite boulders shape the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, with some of the best views along Indiahoma Road.

Categories Landscapes, Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge Tags ancient rock, granite boulders, Indiahoma Road, Oklahoma geology, porphyritic granite, scenic landscape, Wichita Mountains, Wildlife refuge 1 Comment

Treasure Lake in the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge

June 19, 2025 by Steve Creek
Rocky granite outcrops and dense green trees surround the still waters of Treasure Lake under a moody, cloud-filled sky at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge.

Treasure Lake in the Wichita Mountains blends rugged granite and calm waters, perfect for photography and scenic hiking.

Categories Landscapes, Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge Tags Charon’s Garden, Nature Photography, Oklahoma landscape, Treasure Lake, Wichita Mountains Leave a comment

White-tailed Bucks Among Wildflowers

June 18, 2025 by Steve Creek
Single White-tailed Buck with velvet antlers standing in a field of spring wildflowers and grass in the Wichita Mountains.

Two velvet-antlered White-tailed Bucks pause among wildflowers and rocks in the Wichita Mountains, bathed in soft spring light.

Categories Oklahoma Wildlife Locations, White-tailed Deer, Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge Tags bucks in velvet, deer photography, nature moment, Oklahoma wildlife, spring wildlife, white-tailed deer, Wichita Mountains, wildflowers Leave a comment

Holy City Wichita Mountains: A Quiet Walk Through Sacred Stone

June 17, 2025 by Steve Creek
White stone statue of Jesus with arms outstretched on red rock pedestal under cloudy sky.

Holy City Wichita Mountains offers a peaceful walk through biblical stone scenes in Oklahoma’s wildlife refuge.

Categories National Wildlife Refuges, Oklahoma Wildlife Locations, Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge Tags christian landmarks, holy city wichita mountains, lawton oklahoma, oklahoma travel, Outdoor photography, stone architecture, Wildlife refuge Leave a comment

Bison Herd on a Hillside at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge

May 26, 2025 by Steve Creek
A wide view of a bison herd scattered across a grassy hillside with rocky outcrops in the background at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, Oklahoma.

See a large bison herd at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma and get a better view of the refuge’s open terrain.

Categories Bison, Oklahoma Wildlife Locations, Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge Tags bison, bison herd, large mammals, nature refuge, Oklahoma wildlife, prairie landscape, Wildlife Photography

Female Rio Grande Turkey at Wichita Mountains

May 22, 2025 by Steve Creek
Female Rio Grande Turkey walking in green grass near French Lake at Wichita Mountains.

A female Rio Grande Turkey walked past me at Wichita Mountains while I was parked near French Lake watching Mississippi Kites.

Categories Bird Photography, Oklahoma Wildlife Locations, Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge Tags Doris Campground, female Rio Grande Turkey, French Lake, oklahoma birds, spring birds, turkey behavior, Wichita Mountains, Wildlife Photography

Wichita Mountains Prairie Dogs in Spring

May 21, 2025 by Steve Creek
Juvenile prairie dog peeking out of its burrow at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge.

Black-tailed prairie dogs basking in spring sunshine among wildflowers at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.

Categories Oklahoma Wildlife Locations, Prairie Dogs, Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge Tags Animal Behavior, black-tailed prairie dog, burrowing mammals, Oklahoma wildlife, prairie dog, spring animals, Wichita Mountains, Wildlife refuge

Mississippi Kites at Wichita Mountains: Photo Highlights

May 20, 2025 by Steve Creek
Two Mississippi Kites mating on a tree branch at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge

Mississippi Kites at Wichita Mountains offer rare photo moments like mating and perched shots. Get tips for photographing them.

Categories Bird Photography, Oklahoma Wildlife Locations, Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge Tags Birdwatching, Mississippi Kites, oklahoma birds, raptor photography

Coyote with Bison at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge

May 19, 2025 by Steve Creek
Coyote walking near resting Bison in a grassy meadow at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge.

A lone Coyote quietly moves through a Bison herd at Wichita Mountains, showing how wild animals share space with balance and caution.

Categories Bison, Coyote, Mammal Photography, Oklahoma Wildlife Locations, Predators, Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge Tags animal interaction, bison, coyote, oklahoma, prairie behavior, Wichita Mountains, Wildlife Photography 2 Comments

A Hiker’s Reflection on the Jed Johnson Tower Trail

April 30, 2025March 18, 2025 by Steve Creek
Jed Johnson Tower: A Historic Landmark in the Wichita Mountains

Explore the beauty of the Jed Johnson Tower Trail in the Wichita Mountains—a short but rewarding hike with stunning views and rich history.

Categories Oklahoma Wildlife Locations, Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge Tags hiking trails, Jed Johnson Tower, Nature Photography, Oklahoma hiking, outdoor adventure, scenic views, Wichita Mountains, Wildlife refuge 1 Comment

Rio Grande Turkeys Strutting at Wichita Mountains

March 29, 2025March 19, 2020 by Steve Creek
Displaying Rio Grande Toms at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge

Rio Grande Turkeys strutting through Doris Campground offer ideal spring photo ops in Oklahoma’s Wichita Mountains.

Categories Bird Photography, Oklahoma Wildlife Locations, Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge Tags Bird Watching, camping, nature, Photography, Rio Grande Turkeys, Wichita Mountains, Wildlife Photography

Wild Hogs at the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge

March 29, 2025March 16, 2020 by Steve Creek
Wild hog standing alert at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, Oklahoma

Wild hogs Oklahoma—read how I photographed one at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge and why these animals are so dangerous.

Categories National Wildlife Refuges, Oklahoma Wildlife Locations, Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, Wild Hogs Tags invasive species, Oklahoma wildlife, Wild Hogs, Wildlife Photography

Whitetail Buck Antler Shedding

March 28, 2025March 17, 2016 by Steve Creek
Whitetail Buck Antler Shedding

A one-antlered Whitetail Buck spotted during shedding season at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge offers a rare photo opportunity.

Categories Deer and Ungulates, Oklahoma Wildlife Locations, Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge Tags antler shedding, Nature Photography, Oklahoma wildlife, Whitetail Deer, Wildlife Photography

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