Sulphur, OK

Central Group Camp (Chickasaw)

Availability

Each day shows how many of this campground’s sites are open.

About this spot

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.

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.

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.

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.

Charges & Cancellations

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

Typical weather

Travertine Creek

Average water temperature
Average water temperature for Travertine Creek, January through DecemberEach point shows the monthly average water temperature in degrees Fahrenheit.47°JJanuary: average water temperature 47°F49°FFebruary: average water temperature 49°F56°MMarch: average water temperature 56°F60°AApril: average water temperature 60°F67°MMay: average water temperature 67°F72°JJune: average water temperature 72°F74°JJuly: average water temperature 74°F76°AAugust: average water temperature 76°F70°SSeptember: average water temperature 70°F71°OOctober: average water temperature 71°F60°NNovember: average water temperature 60°F51°DDecember: average water temperature 51°F

Water: Water Quality Portal — 243 field-sample stations

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