Veterans Lake Pavilion
Chickasaw National Recreation Area
Veterans Lake Pavilion provides a scenic opportunity to rent a space for your next outdoor event or celebration. Located in the Platt Historic District, it is approximately 5-7 minutes from the town of Sulphur and is an ideal spot for hosting birthday parties and other gatherings with friends and family.
A fishing dock and exercise area are located nearby. These areas may be used by your party but are also open to the public.
The 40-person picnic area has easy access to a boat launch. There's a grill but no electricity, so be sure to bring charcoal if you plan to have a cookout.
Notifications and Alerts
Effective October 1, 2024 and continuing until further notice, COLD SPRINGS CAMPGROUND WILL BE OPEN YEAR ROUND.. ROCK CREEK CAMPGROUND WILL BECOME SEASONAL CLOSING ON OR ABOUT THE 1ST OF OCTOBER UNTIL ON OR ABOUT THE 1ST OF MAY. CENTRAL CAMPGROUND WILL CONTINUE TO CLOSE UNDER THE SAME DATES AS ROCK CREEK.
Need to Know
In case of emergency, call the Sulphur Police Department (580) 622-3918.
Veterans Lake Pavilion has limited cell phone coverage in the area.
Raccoons frequent the area. All food must be kept in approved containers.
There may be snakes around the brush or shoreline.
Frequent weather changes occur. Be prepared for severe heat, wind, rain, and possible tornadoes
- Don't Move Firewood: Help protect our forests! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. Moving firewood is illegal in some states. Visit dontmovefirewood.org to learn more.
Natural Features
Chickasaw National Recreation Area is where two ecosystems, the eastern deciduous forest and the mixed-grass prairie of the west, converge. This creates unique geological formations and attracts a wide variety of plant and animal species.
Nearby Attractions
The Travertine Nature Center is worth a visit, as is the collection of springs and seeps nearby. Pavilion Springs, Black Sulphur Springs and Hillside Springs are the region's remaining natural mineral springs and have historically been used for medicinal and restorative healing.
Recreation
Boat, swim, or fish on Veterans Lake. Hike, walk or bike the Veteran's Trail that loops around the lake. Veteran's Trail is the only paved trail in the park, which makes it stroller and roller blade-friendly. Visit the park's Hiking and Walking page for more trails.
The Bison Pasture is just up the road, so bring the kids and cameras to see the beautiful animals grazing.
Contact Information
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901 West 1st Street Sulphur OK 73086
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 580-622-7234
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
From I-35, take Exit 55 or 51 and drive towards the city of Davis, OK. Once in Davis, go east towards Sulphur on Highway 7. Watch for the Chickasaw National Recreation Area signs. For Veterans Lake Pavilion, drive approximately 8 miles (13 km) east on Highway 7 from Davis and turn south (right) on 12th Street in Sulphur. The road ends at a stop sign shortly after entering the park. Turn right at the stop sign and follow the signs to Veterans Lake Pavilion.
