Black Mesa State Park

05/11/2026

We are looking for a park manager and would love to visit with you!

Love the parks and looking for a great career? We have an opening at Black Mesa for a park manager. Feel like you've got what it takes? Check out the job description and application details at okstateparks.camp/BlackMesaParkManager

02/19/2026

Last night's sunset came with a special guest. 🌙✨ The Moon and Mercury making an appearance together. Nature really is the best artist.

02/17/2026

3/16/26 Update: The park remains in a burn ban.

2/19/26 Update: Dry and windy conditions continue in the the panhandle. The park burn ban will remain in place until the dry conditions improve.

2/17/26 - Due to maximum gusts expected around 70mph and extremely dry conditions, we are putting the park under a burn ban until the critical fire danger passes.
Stay tuned for updates.

02/09/2026

From 0° to 78° in two weeks! 🌡️☀️ Check out the views from the Nature Preserve it is absolutely gorgeous out there.

02/07/2026

Just hanging out with my deer-est friends.

01/26/2026

Waking up to a winter wonderland! ❄️ We woke up to about 2 inches of fresh snow at the park this morning. It was a chilly one with temperatures starting in the single digits, but the sun is out and it’s beautiful!

The snow won't last long—we're heading for a high of 40°F today. The rest of the week looks mild with highs in the 40s and 50s. 🏔️☀️

01/25/2026

The quail are out in full force today. They don't seem to mind the cold.

01/23/2026

It is 15 degrees with light snow out at Black Mesa State Park. It will only get colder from here. Stay warm and stay safe.

01/17/2026

A light dusting of snow this morning has already melted this afternoon. Tomorrow's high will be near 60. If you don't like the weather just wait a minute.

01/09/2026

Winter weather is happening today at Black Mesa State Park, approximately 3" of snow has fallen so far.

12/21/2025

We are beyond thrilled to announce Black Mesa State Park has just been designated as a DarkSky International Park!

This incredible honor and prestigious certification is directly due to the many, many years of intention and hard work from our park staff. Load up your crew, pack the gear and come experience the magic of our Dark Sky.

🔭 🌌 travelok.la/DarkSkyAnnouncement

📷 Andrew Fryhover & Adrian Bradley

Black Mesa State Park, located in the far western panhandle of Oklahoma in the United States, has been designated as an International Dark Sky Park by…