# Stinchcomb Wildlife Refuge Winter Hardwood Trails & Family Nature Walk > Place to go for families in the Oklahoma City area (OK). Times are Central Time. - When: Open daily from sunrise to sunset (approx. 6:30 AM–5:30 PM in winter) - Where: Stinchcomb Wildlife Refuge, 5001 N Stinchcomb Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73132 - Ages: All ages welcome - Price: Free public access and trail parking - Schedule: Open daily from sunrise to sunset (approx. 6:30 AM–5:30 PM in winter) - Organizer: City of Oklahoma City Parks and Water Resources - Official page: https://www.okc.gov/departments/parks-recreation/lakes-and-trails/stinchcomb-wildlife-refuge - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/oklahoma-city/activities/stinchcomb-wildlife-refuge-winter-hardwood-trails-and-family-nature-wa--listing-417019191ad8da92865b7ffe ## About Stinchcomb Wildlife Refuge encompasses 1,000 acres of preserved bottomland hardwood forest, swamps, and river channels along the North Canadian River just northwest of Lake Overholser. In the peaceful winter months, the deciduous trees shed their leaves, unlocking expansive views through the dense woodlands and making it one of Oklahoma City's best locations for family wildlife watching. Families can follow level, crushed-gravel and dirt service roads that wind beneath towering cottonwoods, sycamores, and oaks. Keep binoculars ready to spot white-tailed deer browsing among the underbrush, beaver dams along quiet oxbow sloughs, pileated woodpeckers, and wintering migratory waterfowl. The refuge's serene atmosphere offers children an authentic immersion into pristine Oklahoma river ecosystems. • Stroller Accessibility: Flat, wide crushed-gravel and packed dirt service roadways are suitable for sturdy jogging strollers and wagons; may have occasional muddy spots after rain or snowmelt. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Rustic natural sanctuary without indoor facilities; portable restrooms are located at the entrance parking area; families can pack folding chairs or blankets for trail rests. • Age Suitability: Fun for toddlers, school-age kids, and nature-loving parents; flat terrain makes walking easy for young legs. • Sensory Tips: Extremely tranquil, low-stimulation environment with only natural sounds of wind through trees, flowing water, and bird calls. ## Similar picks in Oklahoma City - [Lake Hefner Shoreline Trails & Family Winter Waterfowl Watching](https://grassyknees.com/oklahoma-city/activities/lake-hefner-shoreline-trails-and-family-winter-waterfowl-watching--listing-10f4fdf3613c945dc3426664) — Open daily from dawn to dusk (5:00 AM–11:00 PM) · Lake Hefner Trails & Shoreline Parks · All ages · Free · checked Nov 5. 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