This is such a spacious and beautiful park. It is right in the middle of a neighborhood and it…read moreseems like a great meeting spot. There are covered picnic tables, basketball and tennis courts, a playground, a splash pad and a soccer field. There are also restrooms available as well. The playground is pretty big, with four difference slides and bridges connecting them. I've been here a couple of times when there have been community events like program recruitment and fitness sessions. It works really well for this type of reunion. There's plenty of space to spread out and the set up works really well. A lot of people from the neighborhood seem to join regularly. The only reason why I don't rate it higher is because it usually needs cleaning, with lots of random trash left. The restroom walls have also been vandalized several times. Wish we'd take better care of it!

got there and checked if the bathroom was open to use, and it was when i arrived, a bit before…read more10pm. the door is not closing all the way, as it was the last time i'd used the bathroom, though the tp stuffed into the hole where the door latch would normally be helps. nonetheless, the primary reason i'd gone to the river late at night, is more for the platform to commit to running in the upcoming firecracker 5k race on riverside. and although the 5k, from what i've understood, is further up the river, near 21st, it is a fitting location for making such a commitment because the pavilion at 41st & riverside is the favorite spot of mine for beginning a run, especially a long run, because of factors like an open stretching area and bathroom that stays open, no pun intended. further, i'm of the belief that a announcement of intention to train for a race is necessary for me because of a personal commitment to recording any training run on the strava app, and the tension from wanting to begin training and the app monthly fee not in budget for me is a reminder that a commitment not serving you is one worth reflection as to a alternative.

Dog friendly! 41st Street Plaza features musical structures, two splash pad areas, & a playground…read more There is also a nearby disc golf course. Beautiful park to watch the sunset at!

Turkey Mountain is one of those places that makes you forget you're still in the city. Every time I…read morevisit, I'm reminded how lucky Tulsa is to have a true urban wilderness with miles of trails, quiet pockets of nature, and plenty of room to explore. One thing I really appreciate is how easy it is to access the mountain thanks to three different parking lots: Lower Parking Lot (67th & Elwood) The most popular one, right at the base of the main trail system. Great if you want quick access to the Red, Blue, and Yellow trails. Upper Parking Lot (off Elwood, near the top) Perfect if you want a quieter start or prefer jumping straight into the mid mountain trails. West Side Parking Lot (off Highway 75 / 61st area) Aa lesser used entrance that gives you a totally different feel and connects you to some beautiful, less crowded routes. No matter where you start, the trails are well marked, varied, and offer everything from easy strolls to more challenging climbs. If you hike to The Sanctuary, you're rewarded with one of the most peaceful areas on the mountain. You'll come across several ponds, wildlife, and a tree house with bench style swings, one of the most unexpectedly delightful spots in Tulsa. It's the kind of place where you can sit, sway, and just breathe for a moment. Highly recommend spending a morning or evening out here. It's beautiful, accessible, and full of surprises.

i'd convinced momma to bring me since i had a injection appt at a pharmacy nearby at about 64th st…read moreand we do not get to go so far south or west very often. the trip helped me recall the location of the mountain primary entrances and parking lots. specifically, coming from highway 51, exiting off the 224 exit ramp, the first entrance, on the left side, is the favorite of mine for getting flicks, with a beautiful view of the city skyline in the background to the south and an equally beautiful hilly rural landscape closer by. then, next was the main entrance i know to the trails, with map and restroom in front of it, and a awesome angle of the massive mound of shrubbery that comprises the tallest point of turkey mountain. the experience also allowed me to reflect a bit on the reason i enjoy yelping so much, that during a period of life when time is a precious commodity for me, it allows me to receive small glimpses of locations that hold a special significance, and reflect on the roles those locations, turkey mountain for one, were for me. specifically, the hiking and running trail system was and to an extent is a destination running route, with the rocky trail a fun, challenging one for runners of all disciplines looking for a cross training opportunity. also, the variety of trails and vast nature area, including at least a few trees for hammocking, presents a ideal location for a nature excursion. lastly, i'll add that we exited across the 71st bridge, which is also an alternative entrance to the 224 exit off highway 51 heading west, and in that case, the order of the entrances i've mentioned would be reversed.

In an effort to be more active, I've found LaFortune Park. This park is a great place to join other…read morefitness enthusiasts at any time or day of the week. I arrived at 7:45 PM on a Monday and the park was quite busy. The 3.2 mile jogging/walking trail was amazing and it took me 60 minutes to complete. The trail wraps around the scenic LaFortune Golf course. Located along the trail are playgrounds, pavilions, ponds, sculptures, the ARF center, basketball courts, crochet courts, and tennis courts. A large part of the trail is empty though but this was better than paying membership for a gym that you don't go on a regular basis.

i'd walked to the park for a run before the trail closed at 11, as a google suggested. i'd started…read morerunning with a phone flashlight to light the path ahead of me, but soon recognized lit lamposts throughout the park, so turned off the flashlight about a mile into the run. i wore secretary bird shoes for the run, and encourage, as a step toward a unitary action of the 2% initiative by the brand enda, which has base in kenya, for anyone to borrow the shoes for a walk or run and either return or keep the shoes if you need to reach a destination with less stress on your feet.

We came for the St. Pat's kids festival They had Safari Joe's animals, inflatables, face painting,…read moremusic and yard games. The park has restrooms, a pavilion for live music, a play structure and splash pad. The kids had a really good time. Especially when they found some 918 Rocks. That spurred a hunt. We're going to watch for other less busy events to come back.

Opened in 2008, this park is located in the deco district in downtown, between Boston & Main. It's…read moregreat to have some greenery amidst buildings, but for a long time, this space has been severely underutilized and neglected besides some annual festivals like Elote's 5 de Mayo. In 2018, the nonprofit Urban Core Art Project in partnership with OU's Urban Design Studio brought large, interactive, and temporary art installations to the park, highlighting the need for intervention. They also made recommendations to improve the park. One of those recommendations was the "Be the One" 918 sculpture in collaboration with TU's school of art. Big silver numerals 9 and 8 have a space in the middle for visitors to insert themselves as "the one". I have seen more people taking pictures, so I like this addition. None of the other recommendations have been implemented, it would be great to ask the city to revisit them. It's been great to see it leveraged in a more constant basis, like for 918 Day and the weekly downtown farmer's market on Wednesdays. I hope programming continues and it helps bring people to this part of town. I certainly enjoy it. Just wish there were more shaded areas.

Beautiful beautiful views and the rocks on the lakefront are just amazing! We loved walking the…read morebeach and the waterfront with our pups while visiting the state park. I do wish that people respected the lakefront more. The only place in the state park that I found litter was on the lakefront/beach area where day guests come. The park rangers stated they are hosting a cleanup day on Earth Day for the beach/lakefront. I hope that future guests will keep it clean because the views are just beautiful!

Obviously you don't need to spend a lot of time here, but if you want too there are several…read morepullouts for cars to park to relax, fish, or go camping down the road. There as well appeared to be a 4 wheeling area at the base of the dam. It seemed like a nice area just to chill if you wanted to drive up and admire the impressive infrarestructure they have created. The energy plant is nearby. I am sure at night this would be a nice place to take pictures. I don't know if I'll go out of my way to see this but if you're in the area doesn't hurt to drop by and check it out if you've never seen it before.

Best place and atmosphere to throw a party!…read more We hosted a sweet 16 here and it was great! The staff was really patient and great at communicating with us about the logistics. We even brought in a Photo Booth for the event and it was such a hit. I definitely recommend having your party there!

Stopped by last year to participate in a scavenger hunt so I didn't have a chance to throw any axes…read morebut I definitely will return! The staff were really friendly and answered my barrage of questions. I've seen their photos and some friends have participated in work and leisure outings. I want to return for the glow-in-the-dark nights! I have bad hand/eye coordination so I know I'll need extra help :)