Trails
Oxley’s trail system consists of 9 miles of interconnected loops and trails that traverse the wetlands, prairie, and forest. Trails are mostly very flat and easy; the most common obstacle you will run into are large protruding roots. Since Oxley is in a floodplain, some of the trails are wet and muddy after rain, but there are portions that are paved.
Trail maps are available by the large sign in the parking lot and inside the Nature Center. Visitors can always check in with us for advice on current trail conditions.
The North Woods unit can be accessed by parking where Mohawk Blvd. curves just north of the golf course. The Oxbow, Sierra Club, and the North Woods Loop Trails cover about 2 miles through a peaceful oak-hickory forest.
Trail Etiquette, Tips, and Regulations
We recommend dressing for the weather, wearing closed-toed shoes, and bringing a water bottle along with sunscreen and insect repellant. Mosquitoes and ticks are active especially in the warm months, so please take precautions to protect yourself! The following regulations have been laid out by the City of Tulsa to keep Oxley a peaceful and inspiring place for all visitors:
Regulations per City of Tulsa, Title 26
- Pets, bicycles and motorized equipment are prohibited on trails. (This means no dogs!)
- Firearms, fireworks, hunting, and trapping are prohibited in the park.
- Plants, wildlife, and all natural features are protected.
- Boating is prohibited in Mohawk Park.
- Fishing, with appropriate permits, is allowed anywhere except B.J.’s Pond and Blackbird Marsh.
- Commercial photography requires a permit.
- Be considerate of others. Keep noise low.