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Distance
5.44 miles
Elevation Gain
974 ft
Route Type
Out-and-Back
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Mount Scott Overlook is an out-and-back trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Lawton, Oklahoma.
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Bike Mt. Scott in the Wichita Mountains
Park at the base of Mt. Scott in the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, Oklahoma. This ride may be linked up with other routes around the refuge or Medicine Park. The route is a straight out and back up and down Mt. Scott. It is 2.7 miles at a consistent 7.5% grade. Some people do multiple laps on Mt. Scott. There are no restrooms or water at Mt. Scott so plan ahead. Medicine Park is only 5 min...
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Mountain Bike the Mt. Scott Fire Road
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