Fall Road Trips in Oklahoma
Routes
30
Avg Distance
334 mi
Avg Drive
6h 15m
Destinations
19
Oklahoma's fall drives offer a spectrum of experiences, from expansive high-altitude routes to more contained highway excursions. With 30 trips averaging 336 miles and nearly 6.5 hours, fall foliage here can be enjoyed across varied elevations. Expect drive scores ranging from 7 to 10, with some routes featuring excellent EV charger coverage and over 35 DC fast chargers.
Fuel snapshot for this state
Regular
$4.24/gal
Diesel: $6.28/gal
Typical trip cost
$46–$172
One-way, ~334 mi avg @ 25.4 MPG
CO₂ per trip
~117 kg
ICE vehicle, one-way average
Source: US Energy Information Administration • week of 2026-10-19
Climate through the year: Oklahoma
Oklahoma peaks at around 93°F in Jul and cools to 49°F / 27°F in Jan. Wettest month is May at ~5.3 in of rain. Table highlights Fall months.
| Month | High °F | Low °F | Rain in | Snow in |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 49 | 27 | 1.3 | 1.8 |
| Feb | 54 | 31 | 1.4 | 1.8 |
| Mar | 63 | 40 | 2.6 | 0.8 |
| Apr | 71 | 48 | 3.6 | — |
| May | 79 | 58 | 5.3 | — |
| Jun | 88 | 66 | 4.5 | — |
| Jul | 93 | 70 | 3.6 | — |
| Aug | 92 | 69 | 3.6 | — |
| Sep peak | 84 | 62 | 3.7 | — |
| Oct peak | 73 | 49 | 3.3 | — |
| Nov peak | 61 | 38 | 1.7 | 0.5 |
| Dec | 50 | 30 | 1.8 | 1.8 |
Source: NOAA NCEI Monthly Climate Normals, 1991–2020 reference period. Sampled at the major-airport station for OK — microclimates along specific routes can vary significantly.
Planning Tips
- Check the weather forecast for your route, not just your origin and destination.
- Bring layers for shoulder-season travel — mornings and evenings can be much cooler than midday.
- Oklahoma routes can vary in condition depending on the time of year. Check for construction zones.
Frequently Asked Questions
Fall Routes
Editor's pick
The Village, OK → Colorado City, AZ
This extensive route reaches over 7,000 feet in its high-altitude sections, providing a significant climb and dramatic scenery across state lines for those seeking a longer haul.
Editor's pick
Broken Arrow, OK → Boise City, OK
Scoring a 9 for its drive, this trip navigates hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes, offering a solid day's exploration within Oklahoma.
Guymon, OK → Ardmore, OK
Through: Fort Smith
Goodwell, OK → Broken Arrow, OK
Through: Ponca City
Guymon, OK → Bixby, OK
Through: Ponca City → Bartlesville
Broken Arrow, OK → Guymon, OK
Owasso, OK → Guymon, OK
Jenks, OK → Guymon, OK
Copeland, OK → Granite, OK
Through: Oklahoma City → Kilpatrick Turnpike West
Broken Bow, OK → Enid, OK
Through: Okmulgee → Tulsa → Sapulpa
Goodwell, OK → Lawton, OK
Through: Loop 335
Copeland, OK → Buffalo, OK
Through: Enid → Tulsa → Tulsa International Airport
Idabel, OK → Enid, OK
Through: Okmulgee → Tulsa → Sapulpa
Snyder, OK → Copeland, OK
Through: Oklahoma City → Claremore
Guymon, OK → Shawnee, OK
Copeland, OK → Elk City, OK
Through: Oklahoma City → Kilpatrick Turnpike West
Beaver, OK → Broken Arrow, OK
Through: Ponca City → Okmulgee → Oklahoma City
Guymon, OK → Lawton, OK
Through: Woodward → Altus
Burns Flat, OK → Copeland, OK
Through: Claremore
Norman, OK → Goodwell, OK
Through: Watonga
Altus, OK → Bartlesville, OK
Through: Oklahoma City → Sand Springs → Okmulgee
Heavener, OK → Lawton, OK
Through: Dallas
Copeland, OK → Comanche, OK
Through: Oklahoma City → Lawton → Amarillo +1 more
Grove, OK → Lawton, OK
Through: Joplin → Pikepass Only → Oklahoma City +1 more
Hooker, OK → Norman, OK
Through: Fort Smith
Lawton, OK → Miami, OK
Through: Claremore
Stillwater, OK → Goodwell, OK
Tulsa, OK → Hollis, OK
Through: Lawton → Amarillo
Westville, OK → Lawton, OK
Through: Dallas
Carnegie, OK → Copeland, OK
Through: Claremore