Creekside Kids Adventures

Big Adventures for Little Explorers at Spring Creek!

There’s something special about exploring a creek with your kids — wading through the water, flipping over rocks to find tiny critters, and spotting birds up in the trees. At Spring Creek, these little adventures turn into big memories. Kids get to be scientists without even realizing it — asking questions, making discoveries, and learning about the world around them, one splash at a time.

Creekside Kids Adventures is all about slowing down, getting your hands a little muddy, and sharing the simple magic of nature together.

DOWNLOADABLE SCAVENGER HUNT

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DOWNLOADABLE SCAVENGER HUNT 〰️

Mindful scavenger hunt for kids on Spring Creek who are camping with their family and making memories at the Spring Creek at Twin Bridges campground.
Adventure scavenger hunt list for kids on Spring Creek who are camping with their families at the Spring Creek at Twin Bridges campground.

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  • Great blue heron standing in a wetland area with water lilies and green foliage in the background on Spring Creek in Oklahoma at the Spring Creek at Twin Bridges campground.

    great blue heron

    They’re HUGE!
    Great blue herons can stand over 4 feet tall with a 6-foot wingspan — that’s taller than most kids!

    They’re Super Still Hunters:
    Herons stand like statues in the water, then strike lightning-fast to catch fish, frogs, or even snakes!

    They Nest Way Up High:
    These birds build giant nests made of sticks — sometimes as big as a bathtub — high up in trees!

  • Colorful pumpkinseed fish in a rocky underwater environment in Spring Creek in Oklahoma at the Spring Creek at Twin Bridges campground.

    longear sunfish

    They’re Super Colorful!
    Longear sunfish are bright orange, blue, and green — they look like little tropical fish living right in the creek!

    They Have Funny “Ears”:
    The black flap on the side of their head looks like an ear — it’s not real, but it gives them their name!

    They’re Creek Champions:
    Longears love clean, flowing water — so spotting one means your creek is healthy and thriving!

  • Deer with antlers standing in a grassy field on Spring Creek in Oklahoma at the Spring Creek at Twin Bridges campground.

    whitetail deer

    White Flag Tail:
    When they run away, white-tailed deer flash the white underside of their tail like a flag to warn other deer of danger!

    Antlers for Show and Battle:
    Only males grow antlers, and they use them to show off and sometimes duel with other bucks during the fall mating season.

    Masters of Hide-and-Seek:
    Whitetail deer are amazing at staying still and blending into tall grass or wooded areas — sometimes they’re closer than you think!

  • A red fox standing on large rocks in a forested area in Spring Creek in Oklahoma at the Spring Creek at Twin Bridges campground.

    red fox

    Sneaky and Smart:
    Red foxes are known for being super clever — they use their sharp hearing to locate prey under the snow or ground!

    Fluffy Tail Power:
    Their big bushy tail, called a “brush,” helps them balance, stay warm, and even signal to other foxes.

    City & Country Fox:
    Red foxes are super adaptable — they can live in forests, grasslands, or even near neighborhoods and parks!

  • A colorful sunfish with vibrant blue and orange markings swimming in crystal clear Spring Creek in Oklahoma at the Spring Creek at Twin Bridges campground.

    bald eagle

    Fish Is Their Favorite Food:
    Bald eagles love to swoop down and snatch fish from the creek with their super strong talons — sometimes even mid-flight!

    They Build Giant Nests:
    Eagle nests can be as wide as a king-size bed and used year after year — some weigh over a ton!

    They’re a Conservation Comeback Story:
    Bald eagles were once endangered, but thanks to protection efforts, they’ve made a big comeback — and now soar proudly over Oklahoma again!

  • Pileated woodpecker on a tree in the Spring Creek at Twin Bridges campground in Oklahoma.

    pileated woodpecker

    They’re Giant Woodpeckers:
    Pileated woodpeckers are the biggest woodpeckers in North America — about the size of a crow, with a bold red crest!

    They Drum on Trees:
    They pound massive, rectangular holes into dead trees with their beaks to find ants and bugs — you can hear them from far away!

    They’re Nature’s Carpenters:
    Their abandoned tree holes become cozy homes for owls, squirrels, and other animals — they help keep the forest full of life!

Cool Creek Facts!

Discover what makes Spring Creek in Oklahoma so awesome!

Super Clean Water
Spring Creek is one of the cleanest creeks in all of Oklahoma! The water is so clear, you can see fish swimming right under your feet.

Splashy Springs
The creek gets fresh water from underground springs — they pour out about 15 million gallons every day! That’s like filling 22 Olympic-sized swimming pools!

Fishy Friends
There are over 40 kinds of fish living in the creek — including colorful ones like the longear sunfish and big ones like the smallmouth bass.

Safe to Splash
The creek is super healthy, which means it’s safe for wading, swimming, and exploring. Just be sure to stay in public access areas!

A Home for Wildlife
Spring Creek isn’t just water — it’s home to turtles, frogs, otters, bugs, birds, and even deer that come to drink.