Rock Creek Group Camp (Ok) Chickasaw Nra

Summary

Rock Creek Campground is the closest campground to Veteran's Lake and is a great spot for fishing, hiking, birdwatching, and swimming. The nearby streams and springs, including rushing waterfalls and mineral water, are great for wildlife photographers. Tent camping and small RVs can be accommodated at the year-round group site. The unique landscape of Chickasaw National Recreation Area attracts a variety of plant and animal life, making it ideal for exploring and visiting the nearby Chickasaw Cultural Center and bison pasture.

Overview

Rock Creek Campground is the closest campground to Veteran's Lake and is an ideal access point for fishing, hiking, birdwatching, and swimming.

Recreation

Swimming opportunities abound, with streams and springs dotting the park landscape. Nearby hiking trails weave along these streams--passing through cool rushing waterfalls--and leading to mineral water and freshwater springs. Wildlife photographers can look out for the red fox, turkey, dear and opossum.

Facilities

One group site is available at Rock Creek, and it's open year-round. These are non-electrical sites that are designed for tent camping, but small RVs can be accommodated.

Natural Features

Two ecosystems converge in Chickasaw National Recreation Area: the eastern deciduous forest and the mixed-grass prairie of the west. This creates a unique landscape called the Crosstimbers, which attracts a wide variety of plant and animal life.

Nearby Attractions

Visit the impressive Chickasaw Cultural Center to learn about the Native Americans of the region through exhibits, videos and interactive displays. Or head to the bison pasture to watch the beautiful animals grazing.

Charges & Cancellations

Refunds will not be given due to inclement weather. 

Please read the official cancellation rules and policies of recreation.gov thoroughly before booking your campsite. 

Chickasaw National Recreation Area is not responsible for cancellation fees charged by recreation.gov.