Overview

Central Campground is a family-friendly primitive group campground found in the Platt Historic District of Chickasaw National Recreation Area. Nearby Travertine Creek provides several refreshing, spring-fed swimming areas to escape the summer heat. Other close attractions, such as Little Niagara and the Travertine Nature Center make this campground an ideal location for both beginner and experienced campers. Central Campground is only a few minutes away from the town of Sulphur.

Facilities

The group campground is on a loop that surrounds a spacious field for activities like volleyball, football or horseshoes. There are 10 group sites open seasonally, and water spigots are close to the campsites.

Natural Features

The springs and seeps in Chickasaw originate within a region of Oklahoma characterized by complex geologic formations. Intense faulting, folding, uplift and erosion have combined to form a land surface of gently rolling hills dissected by streams.

Recreation

Swimming and hiking are among the favorite activities at the campsite. A short walk takes you to Panther Falls, a refreshing swimming area.


Nearby hiking and walking trails meander along streams, past cool rushing waterfalls, and on to mineral and freshwater springs.

Nearby Attractions

Try Little Niagara, a favorite freshwater swimming hole.


The Travertine Nature Center is a wonderful resource to view nature exhibits, meet live animals on display, and listen to rangers' presentations.


The park's bison pasture is nearby, so bring the kids and cameras to see the beautiful animals grazing.

Important Notices

• Check out time is noon CST and check in time is 2:30 PM CST. Guests may check in early if the previous visitor has already left and the campsite has been cleaned.

• Alcohol is prohibited in this campground.

• Recreational and medical marijuana are not permitted in Chickasaw National Recreation Area at any time.

• There are no shower facilities or electric hookups in Central Campground.

• In case of emergency, call 911. If you have a non-emergency after hours and no Camp Host is available, the local dispatch number is 580-622-3918.

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.

Available Activities

• SWIMMING SITE - Swimming
• WILDLIFE VIEWING - Wildlife Viewing
• WATER SPORTS - Tubing
• PICNICKING - Picnicking
• HIKING - Hiking
• CAMPING - Camping
• HISTORIC & CULTURAL SITE - Historic Sites
• BIKING - Biking

Directions

<p>From I-35, take Exit 55 and drive towards the city of Davis, OK. Once in Davis, go east on Highway 7. Drive approximately 8 miles (13 km) east to Sulphur. (Jct Hwy 7 and Hwy 177). Turn south (right) for approximately .2 miles (.3 km) on Highway 177 and take the first left. Central Campground is .25 miles (.4 km) east on NE Perimeter Road.</p>

Cancellation Policy

<p>Refunds <strong>will not</strong> be given due to inclement weather. </p> <p>Please read the official Recreation.gov cancellation rules and policies above before booking your campsite. </p>

Contact Information

Phone: 580-622-7234

Rental Options

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