Many times I've stood fearlessly atop mountains that were taller than the Himalayas, looking out over an area that has been millions of years in the making. Now, before I go fooling anyone into thinking I'm brave, I should point out the key word here is "were". Although it is generally believed that millions of years ago, the Arbuckle Mountains of Southern Oklahoma were as tall as the Himalayas, thrill seeking mountain climbers and lovers of heights might now consider them not much more than big hills at their present height of bout 700 ft. above the Prairie. What caused such a drastic change? If you ask around, you are likely to hear a popular tale of how the Wash*ta River ($#!@ing content filter) rushed against the base of the mountains until they just toppled over. It makes for a good story, and goes well with the explanation for the rock formations that rise up at unusual angles, but the real story is told by the only true witnesses to the events all those years ago- The Arbuckles themselves. Info by Ellen e-opinions.com used by permission.