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

Loop A operates only on holiday weekends (Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day) during summer season. Currently closed until Memorial Day weekend. First-come, first-served only with no advance reservations.

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.

About

Buckhorn Campground Loop A sits in the rolling Arbuckle Mountains of south-central Oklahoma, where the western plains meet the eastern Crosstimbers forest. The 19-site loop occupies a prime location next to Lake of the Arbuckles, providing easy access to the Buckhorn Boat Launch and excellent fishing for bass, catfish, and crappie. The southern trailhead for Rock Creek Multi-Use Trail is nearby, offering hiking and biking access to the Chickasaw Cultural Center. This loop was designed primarily with tent camping in mind, though many sites can accommodate small RVs and boat trailers. Unlike Loops C and D, Loop A has no utility hookups. Amenities include seasonal flush toilets, year-round hot showers, seasonal potable water from shared spigots, and a dump station located on Buckhorn Road. Each campsite has a fire ring and picnic table. Campsite 1 is fully wheelchair accessible and located across from the accessible restroom building. The surrounding area offers abundant wildlife viewing opportunities due to its unique position at the ecological crossroads of plains and forest. The park restricts alcoholic beverages east of US 177 from May 1 through September 30.

Directions

From Davis, Oklahoma, drive approximately 8 miles east to the junction of Highway 7 and Highway 177 in Sulphur. Turn right on Highway 177 and go approximately 7 miles to Buckhorn Road. Turn right and follow signs to Buckhorn Campground Loop A.

Amenities

Water Yes
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station Yes
Wifi
Pets Allowed
Showers Yes
Electric Hookups
Water Hookups
Sewer Hookups
Camp Store
Price $16 - $20

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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