Sight East Wharf, Lake Hefner
Lake Hefner Lighthouse
A sight in East Wharf, Lake Hefner, free to visit and worth about 20 minutes. Best time to go: Sunset.
Why go
The small lighthouse at the end of the East Wharf jetty, the lake's landmark and its sunset spot.
It is one of 6 curated places we feature in Lake Hefner, alongside 3 outdoor spots and 2 places to eat. 3 more of our picks sit within about half a mile in a straight line, so it pairs easily with Lake Hefner Trail and Louie's Grill & Bar. At about 20 minutes, it slots neatly between bigger plans.
- Type
- Sight
- Neighborhood
- East Wharf
- Price
- Free
- Time needed
- 20 min
- Best time
- Sunset
Nearby
Our closest curated picks, including 1 beyond Lake Hefner. Distances are straight-line, not walking or driving.
- 1Lake Hefner Trail
A paved path around much of the 2,500-acre reservoir, popular for first-day walks, runs and bike rides.
Outdoors · 0.0 mi straight-line - 2Louie's Grill & Bar
Casual lakeside bar and grill next to the lighthouse, known for burgers and a deck facing the lake.
Food · 0.1 mi straight-line - 3Redrock Canyon Grill
Lakeside grill at the East Wharf known for wood-fired rotisserie chicken and a patio over the water.
Food · 0.1 mi straight-line - 4Stars and Stripes Park
Lakeside park on Hefner's south shore with open lawns, picnic shelters and a stretch of the shoreline trail.
Outdoors · 1.1 mi straight-line - 5Martin Park Nature Center
City nature preserve with short wooded trails along a creek and a small nature center.
Outdoors · 3.3 mi straight-line - 6Picasso Cafe
Paseo Arts District restaurant with a patio and local art on the walls.
Food · Oklahoma City · 5.5 mi straight-line
On these curated routes
Lake Hefner Lighthouse is a stop on our Oklahoma City New Year's Eve route. Open it to see the full day-by-day plan.
When to go
Average daily highs in Lake Hefner run from 47°F in January to 94°F in July; May is usually the wettest month. For Lake Hefner Lighthouse itself, we suggest: Sunset.
Modelled monthly averages for Lake Hefner from NASA POWER, not a forecast. Full Lake Hefner weather by month.
Getting there
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- Coordinates
- 35.56517, -97.57866
- Destination
- Lake Hefner, Oklahoma
Lake Hefner Lighthouse: quick answers
How much time do you need at Lake Hefner Lighthouse?
Plan on about 20 minutes at Lake Hefner Lighthouse. That is our curated estimate for a typical visit; groups that linger will want more.
When is the best time to visit Lake Hefner Lighthouse?
Our pick: Sunset.
Is Lake Hefner Lighthouse free?
Yes, we list Lake Hefner Lighthouse as free to visit. Check locally before you go, since special exhibits, parking or tours can carry a fee.
Which TripsCircle routes include Lake Hefner Lighthouse?
Lake Hefner Lighthouse appears on Oklahoma City New Year's Eve, a curated route you can open on TripsCircle and plan with your group.
Add Lake Hefner Lighthouse to your crew's plan
Save it to a shared TripsCircle itinerary, settle the timing with a quick poll, and split the costs with everyone going to Lake Hefner.
Plan Lake Hefner
- Lake Hefner travel guide 6 places
- Best time to visit Lake Hefner weather by month
- Downtown OKC & Bricktown to Lake Hefner 8.6 mi straight-line
Lists & regions
Curated recommendation, not live listing data. Confirm hours, prices, bookings and access before you go.