Talimena Scenic Drive - Oklahoma
Talimena Scenic Drive - Oklahoma is a National Scenic Byway in Oklahoma. Within Oklahoma it covers roughly 35 miles. The map below shows its route. Use “Plan a drive” to open it in the Road Sorties route planner — already routing along Talimena Scenic Drive - Oklahoma with scenic roads turned on, ready to add your own stops.
The Oklahoma side of the Talimena National Scenic Byway climbs from Talihina along the crest of the Winding Stair Mountains through the Ouachita National Forest toward the Arkansas line. The ridgetop road delivers long views over forested mountains, with the lodge at Queen Wilhelmina State Park near the high point. Fall color along the crest is the big seasonal draw.
- Winding Stair Mountains
- Ouachita National Forest
- Talihina
- ridgetop views
- fall color
Designated for its scenic qualities
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Places to stop along Talimena Scenic Drive - Oklahoma
Talimena State Park
A small park at the western end of the drive, with camping and a trailhead for the Ouachita Trail.
Winding Stair Mountain National Recreation Area
The ridge the drive follows, with overlooks, a campground, and long views over the Ouachitas.
Wilton Mountain
A forested summit near the Arkansas line, seen from crest overlooks along the drive.
Upper Kiamichi River Wilderness
About 9,700 acres of roadless forest below the drive, reached by side trails.
Where to Stay along Talimena Scenic Drive - Oklahoma
4 campgrounds and RV parks sit within about 5 miles of Talimena Scenic Drive - Oklahoma.
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What is a National Scenic Byway?
National Scenic Byways are roads recognized at the federal level for at least one outstanding quality — scenic, natural, historic, cultural, archaeological or recreational — that gives travelers a reason to seek them out rather than just pass through.