Lost Lake on the Rough Canyon Trail, Robbers Cave State Park
Back on July 13, I hiked the Rough Canyon Trail at Robbers Cave State Park. It was probably my 4th or 5th time to walk the trail.
This 2.9-mile loop trail in the San Bois Mountains is a nice hike. (The trail map and elevation profile is in this post.) It is nearly all wooded, has lots of interesting rocks on and around the trail, and some moderate hill-climbing.
Panoramic view of the stream (during dry times) in Rough CanyonRough Canyon Trail, Robbers Cave State Park
When water is flowing, the prettiest area along the trail is the half-mile stretch that runs along Rough Canyon (a scenic stream valley). Particularly during leaf-off, there are some very nice views through here, and the stream (or creek) that runs through it is great.
Lost Lake, which appears to be a man-made recreation lake that is no longer in use for that purpose, is also quite pretty.
Rough Canyon Trail next to Fourche Maline Creek
These photos are from my July 13 visit.
This area is the steepest part of the trail. It also has some of the most interesting rocks.Where the trail enters the Rough Canyon areaRough Canyon Trail, Rough Canyon is to the left (not as visible during leaf-on)Rough Canyon TrailLost Lake and the dam
4 replies on “Robbers Cave: Rough Canyon Trail Photos”
Robers Cave is one of our favorites, my boys love to climb. I am glad we have this park in Oklahoma :) This is making me think it is time for another visit.
It is a pretty cool park, Danielle.
Just wanted to say your blog is sooo helpful!! Love all the details and it’s helping me plan my next hike
4 replies on “Robbers Cave: Rough Canyon Trail Photos”
Robers Cave is one of our favorites, my boys love to climb. I am glad we have this park in Oklahoma :) This is making me think it is time for another visit.
It is a pretty cool park, Danielle.
Just wanted to say your blog is sooo helpful!! Love all the details and it’s helping me plan my next hike
Thanks Natasha!