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National Recreation Area

Chickasaw National Recreation Area

Lincoln Bridge with Travertine Creek flowing below

Lincoln Bridge stands out as one of the oldest park structures

Photo: NPS Photo

About

Springs, streams, lakes - whatever its form, water is the attraction at Chickasaw National Recreation Area.

Activities

AstronomyStargazingBikingMountain BikingRoad BikingBoatingMotorized BoatingJet SkiingCampingCar or Front Country CampingGroup CampingRV CampingFishingFoodPicnickingHands-OnVolunteer VacationHikingFront-Country HikingHorse TrekkingHorseback RidingHunting and GatheringGathering and ForagingHuntingPaddlingCanoeingKayakingStand Up PaddleboardingJunior Ranger ProgramSwimmingFreshwater SwimmingWater SkiingWildlife WatchingBirdwatchingShoppingBookstore and Park Store

Directions

From US I-35 drive through the towns of Davis and towards the town of Sulphur. There are a variety of destinations in the park to choose from.

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Weather

Summers are hot and humid. Temperatures above 100ºF occur, and humidity often exceeds 50%. Winters are mild and prolonged freezes are rare. Thunderstorms are common April through July.

News

Apr 28, 2026

2026 Opportunity to Cut and Remove Hay

Sulphur, Okla. – Chickasaw National Recreation Area is seeking one applicant to cut and remove hay from three former agricultural fields within the park.