News Release

Chickasaw National Recreation Area annual boat launch permits sales to go online for 2024

Launching a boat at The Point

NPS Photo

News Release Date: October 16, 2023

Contact: Fee Office, 580-622-7291

Sulphur, Okla.– Annual boat launch permits at Chickasaw National Recreation Area will soon only be available online. Boaters may purchase 2024 permits via Pay.gov starting Dec. 4, 2023. The fee for annual boat launch permits remains $30. 

The 2024 annual boat launch permit is good for unlimited launches at all Lake of the Arbuckle boat ramps from January 1 – December 31. Senior Annual, Senior Lifetime, and Access Pass cardholders are eligible to receive a half-price discount for one permit per calendar year. 

Decals will be mailed to the address provided via the online form within 7-10 days. An email confirmation will serve as proof of purchase until the decal arrives.  

One- and two-day permits will still be available at the fee machines located at the Guy Sandy, The Point, and Buckhorn boat ramps. The rate for day permits remains $4 per day. Discounts for Senior and Access passholders are also available for day permits. 

For further information, please contact 580-622-7291 or e-mail us

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