Central Group Camp (Chickasaw)

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National Park Service

Group campsite · National Park Service Fees: Rock Creek Campground only has one reservable site, which is the Group Site located at the entrance of the campground. Individual, first-come first-served campsites in Rock Creek can be purchased at the fee machine located at the entrance. All sites are paid for using debit/credit card only. No cash will be accepted. 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… Getting there: 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. Phone: 580-622-7234 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234050 Source: Recreation.gov. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: Ron Snavely Jr, NPS photo