Chickasaw National Recreation Area
Chickasaw National Recreation Area, National Recreation Area in Murray County, Oklahoma.
The 9,888-acre recreation area encompasses lakes, springs, and streams within the Arbuckle Mountains, featuring diverse landscapes and abundant water resources.
Established in 1902 as Sulphur Springs Reservation, the area merged with Arbuckle Recreation Area in 1976 to form the current Chickasaw National Recreation Area.
The park bears the name of the Chickasaw Indian Nation, who sold the original land to the federal government after their relocation in the 1830s.
Visitors can access six public campgrounds with 400 campsites, boat launches at Lake of the Arbuckles, and multiple swimming areas throughout the park.
The recreation area contains examples of 1930s Civilian Conservation Corps architecture, including stone pavilions and structures that remain functional today.
Location: Murray County
Inception: July 1, 1902
Website: https://nps.gov/chic
GPS coordinates: 34.50060,-96.97220
Latest update: March 5, 2025 23:11
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