• Little Niagra

    Chickasaw

    National Recreation Area Oklahoma

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    Chickasaw National Recreation area is warning all boat users to be cautious while boating on Lake of the Arbuckles due to low water levels in the lake. More »

Things To Know Before You Come

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Flags flying over the Lincoln Bridge
NPS/Chickasaw National Recreation Area
 
Here are some things you might want to know about the Chickasaw National Recreation Area before you visit the park and surrounding area.
  • Six campgrounds provide over 400 campsites throughout the park. more...
  • While rental cabins and other lodging are not present in the park, many options are available in the surrounding area. more...
  • Pets are allowed in the park and on most trails. Dogs are not allowed in swimming areas. more...
  • Campfires are allowed in provided fire grates. Depending on the time of year and weather conditions, a burn ban may be in effect. more...
  • Over twenty miles of trails provide a variety of experiences in the park. more...
  • South-central Oklahoma is subject to seasonal thunderstorms. Storm shelters are available in the nearby community of Sulphur. more...
  • The speed limit on roads in the park is 45 MPH (72 KPH) or slower; all passengers must wear seatbelts.

Our Frequently Asked Questions page has lots of additional information that visitors often want to know.

Did You Know?

Young men planting trees in a barren landscape

Between 1933 and 1940, the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) entirely rebuilt Platt National Park [the present-day Platt Historic District of Chickasaw National Recreation Area] from boundary to boundary. Rustic buildings, swimming holes, and picnic areas, remain today as a testament to their work. More...