Central Group Camp

Chickasaw National Recreation Area, OK · ≈24.8 mi to Ada
Sites
10
Max rig
No RV sites
Pull-through
N/A
Hookups
None
ADA
To town
24.8 mi
Signal

✓ Best for

  • Groups up to 30 people
  • Tent campers
  • Hiking and biking groups
  • Wildlife viewing and swimming

✕ Not ideal for

  • RVs of any size
  • Visitors needing hookups
  • ADA accessibility needs

Connectivity

Best bet: AT&TStrong 5G signal here · 3 of 3 carriers reach here
VerizonLTE
AT&T5G
T-Mobile5G

What's here

9 Group Tent Only Areas (no Hookups)9 separate group reservations · largest capacity: 30 people
1 Group Standard (no Hookups)Reserved as one unit · largest capacity: 10 people
Rig compatibility

Will your rig fit?

Verified: none of this campground's recorded sites accommodate RVs — tent, cabin, or walk-in access only.

Amenities & features

Amenities
Campfires allowedFire pitsPets allowedPicnic tablesShade
Activities
BikingCampingHikingHistoric & Cultural SitePicnickingSwimming SiteWater SportsWildlife Viewing
Natural features
Springs
CampIntel Score

How we score

We score what we can verify.
Tight for big rigsRig fit
Some travel requiredAccess
Basic amenitiesConvenience
Verdicts come from our Rig fit, Access & Convenience sub-scores — each built only from verifiable Recreation.gov data.

Where it is

Nearest town: Ada, ~24.8 miGet directions ↗

Photos

Photos: Ron Snavely Jr, Ron Snavely JR, Ron Snavely , Ron Snavely, NPS photo

Overview

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.

Managed by National Park Service · Standard campground