Rock Creek Group Camp (OK) Chickasaw Nra
Chickasaw National Recreation Area
Rock Creek Group Camp is the closest campground to Veteran's Lake, and is an ideal access point for fishing, hiking, mineral springs and nearby Rock Creek.
One group site is available at Rock Creek, and it's open year-round. These are non-electrical sites that are designed for tent camping, but small RVs can be accommodated.
Need to Know
- In case of emergency, call the Sulphur Police Department (580) 622-2000
- No cell phone coverage in campground
- Raccoons frequent the area; all food must be kept in approved containers
- There may be snakes around the brush or shoreline
- All water vessels require a Chickasaw National Recreation Area lakepermit
- Frequent weather changes occur; Be prepared forsevere 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
Two ecosystems converge in Chickasaw National Recreation Area: the eastern deciduous forest and the mixed-grass prairie of the west. This creates a unique landscape, attracting a wide variety of plant and animal life.
Nearby Attractions
Visit the impressive Chickasaw Cultural Center to learn about the Native Americans of the region through exhibits, videos and interactive displays. Or head to the bison pasture to watch the beautiful animals grazing.
Recreation
Swimming opportunities abound, with streams and springs dotting the park landscape. Nearby hiking trails weave along these streams--passing through cool rushing waterfalls--and leading to mineral water and freshwater springs. Wildlife photographers can look out for the red fox, turkey, dear and opossum.
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 and drive towards the city of Davis, OK. Once in Davis , go east on Highway 7 to the Chickasaw National Recreation Area you desire. Watch for Chickasaw National Recreation Area signs to direct you to your selected area. Rock Creek Campgrounds, Veterans Lake and Pavilion, and Bromide Pavilions (West Historic Platt) - Drive approximatley 7 miles east of Davis to the traffic light (12th street) in the city of Sulphur. Turn south (right) for approximately .6 miles on 12th Street. Turn west (right) at the STOP sign. Bromide Pavilion is the 2nd left off NW Perimeter Road. For Rock Creek or Veterans Lake Pavilion continue west, cross the low water crossing, and follow the signs.
