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Enjoy a weekend away from home, but not too far away! McGee Creek State Park is located in the southern stretch of Oklahoma’s Ouachita Mountains, only about 3 hours north of the DFW area.  find it on a map

Boatpacking combines kayaking or canoeing with camping and hiking. While backpacking means carrying your tent, sleeping bag, and all your other gear on your back, boatpacking means your boat does all the work!

Upcoming 2010 Dates:

April 17 & 18
May 1 & 2
May 15 & 16
June 19 & 20
July 3 & 4
July 17 & 18

Get Outdoors, Let Yourself Play

Grab a friend, or your kids… or leave the kids with grandma! Join us for a perfect weekend of adventure and fresh air in the rolling green hills of southeastern Oklahoma. Paddle away from the car, the pavement, cell-phone reception, and set your spirit free.

-Kayak or canoe 7 miles into McGee Creek Natural Scenic Area
-Hike along remote trails through beautiful pine forest
-Enjoy the delicious outdoor cuisine Black Bear Explorers is famous for
-Camp under the stars at quiet lake-side campsites
-Get to know this little-visited State Park and the beauty of the Ouachita Mountains

Trip Details

• Kayak rental included
• Park fees all included
• 3 meals included on Saturday, and breakfast on Sunday
• Experienced adventure guides, medically trained
• Bring your own tent and camping gear. See gear list
• Transportation available from Denton, Texas. Add $25

Black Bear trips are available to the general public.  To learn more about this trip and to sign up, please visit the registration page.