Loop A is first come, first served and is only open in summer months.

Buckhorn Campground Loop A

Closed — Closed for the season. In 2025, Loop A only opens on holiday weekends during summer (Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day weekends). First-come, first-served when open.

Northwest Perimeter Road Open

Northwest Perimeter Road is now accessible to visitors. Extensive cleanup and restoration efforts have been made following the EF 3 tornado that occurred on 4/27/2024. Please exercise good judgment and caution when driving or hiking through this area.

Cold Springs Men's Restroom Closed For Repairs

The men's restroom between campsites 15 and 17 in Cold Springs is closed for repairs. The women's side remains open. The nearest available men's restroom is located across from campsite 5.

Change to Travertine Nature Center Schedule

Beginning April 22, 2025, the Travertine Nature Center, located across from Little Niagara, will be closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays until further notice.

New Campground Schedule for 2025

Buckhorn Campground Loops A and B and Rock Creek Campground will only be open on holiday weekends (Memorial, 4th of July, Labor Day) during the summer season.

Red Flag Warning issued March 17 at 9:10AM CDT until March 17 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Norman OK

9:10 AM — 5:15 PM

...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FOR TUESDAY AFTERNOON FOR WESTERN NORTH TEXAS AS WELL AS MUCH OF WESTERN, CENTRAL, AND NORTHERN OKLAHOMA... The National Weather Service in Norman has issued a Red Flag Warning for dry and breeze weather and an extremely favorable fuel environment, which is in effect until 7 PM CDT this evening. * WINDS...Southwest 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 12 to 18 percent. * TEMPERATURES...Up to 73. * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended. * SEVERITY... FUELS (ERC)...70th-89th percentile...4 (out of 5). WEATHER...Elevated...2 (out of 5). FIRE ENVIRONMENT...6 (out of 10).

About

Buckhorn Campground Loop A is a seasonal campground located along Lake of the Arbuckles in Chickasaw National Recreation Area. The campground features 19 non-hookup campsites available on a first-come, first-served basis. While primarily designed for tent camping, many sites can accommodate small RVs and boat trailers. Campsite 1 is designated as fully ADA-accessible and is located across from an accessible restroom building. The campground provides flush toilets, hot showers year-round when open, seasonal potable water, and a seasonal dump station. Each campsite includes a fire ring and picnic table. Campers may gather dead and down wood for fires. The location offers convenient access to Lake of the Arbuckles for fishing and boating, with the Buckhorn Boat Launch nearby. The southern trailhead for the Rock Creek Multi-Use Trail is also accessible from the campground, providing opportunities for hiking and biking through the recreation area's mixed prairie and forest landscape.

Directions

Buckhorn Campground Loop A is located in Chickasaw National Recreation Area near Sulphur, Oklahoma, adjacent to Lake of the Arbuckles. Detailed directions are available at nps.gov/chic/planyourvisit/campgrounds.htm.

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Amenities

Water Yes
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station Yes
Wifi No
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers Yes
Electric Hookups No
Water Hookups No
Sewer Hookups No
Camp Store
Price $16

Vehicle

Max RV Length
Max Trailer Length
Big Rig Friendly No
Pull Through Sites

Contact

Email chic_interpretation@nps.gov
Phone +1 (580) 622-7234

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon Yes
T-Mobile None

Photos

Loop A is first come, first served and is only open in summer months.

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