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Chickasaw National Recreation Area | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Chickasaw National Recreation Area had its beginnings in 1902 when the government purchased 640 acres from the Chickasaw Nation to protect the mineral and freshwater springs. Additional acreage was added by 1906 and renamed Platt National Park. In 1976, Platt National Park and Arbuckle Recreation Area with 2,350-acre Lake of the Arbuckles and additional lands joined to form Chickasaw National Recreation Area. This area is known as a special family park, offering a variety of activities all year. Its mineral waters, streams and lakes cater to boaters, swimmers and fishermen, while its forests and prairies reward hikers, equestrians, wildlife photographers, fall foliage viewers and campers. Facilities include showers, dump station, boat ramps/courtesy docks, picnic areas, outdoor grills, pavilion, group facilities, security, limited off-season facilities, planned activities, hiking, bicycle and nature trails, swim beach, covered handicap accessible fishing docks and amphitheater. A favorite swimming hole is Little Niagara. Education exhibits about area wildlife are featured in the Travertine Nature Center. Paved/dirt/gravel interior roads with 13 group sites, 62 RV hookups and six handicap sites with RV hookups. Call for more information. Golden Age and Golden Passport discount applies to all campsites except for group sites. Camping reservations can be made at www.ReserveUSA.com or by calling 877-444-6777. Remaining sites are available on first come, first serve basis. General Info: Free Admission, Handicap Accessible, Senior Discount Days/Hours Open: Travertine Nature Center: closes at 5pm during winter hours. Directions: Located 75 miles S of Oklahoma City and 140 miles N of Dallas/Ft. Worth, E of I-35 on Hwy 7. Highway Corridor: Route 66 Group Contact: Dinah Worcester |
