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Chickasaw National Recreation Area
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Children in a spring house structure
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Children at Pavilion Springs.
 

Visitors to Chickasaw "get two parks in one" – the Platt Historic District and the Lake of the Arbuckles, where they enjoy swimming, boating, hiking, and cycling. In the Lake of the Arbuckles and other fishing holes, anglers can land white bass, catfish, and sunfish. Hunters, too, can practice their sport in the park. Picnic areas furnish settings for family reunions and campgrounds welcome overnight stays. In addition to reconnecting with family and friends, visitors can get acquainted with some animals and plants.

 

The park is divided into two districts: the Platt Historic District and the Lake of the Arbuckles.

The Platt Historic District is comprised of the former Platt National Park area, established in 1906, and the Veterans Lake area.

The Lake of the Arbuckles was constructed by the Bureau of Reclamation in the late 1960s.

The Little Niagra waterfall
Bathing Beach Monitoring Program
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Children in tubes floating in the creek
Swimming
The park offers many excellent locations for swimming.
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Campsite with a tent
Campgrounds & Camping
Learn more about the opportunities for camping in the park.
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Last Updated: January 16, 2010 at 12:28 MST