Buckhorn Pavilion
Open — Open year-round. Reservations available through Recreation.gov.
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.
From Recreation.gov
Effective October 1, 2024 and continuing until further notice, COLD SPRINGS CAMPGROUND WILL BE OPEN YEAR ROUND.. ROCK CREEK CAMPGROUND WILL BECOME SEASONAL CLOSING ON OR ABOUT THE 1ST OF OCTOBER UNTIL ON OR ABOUT THE 1ST OF MAY. CENTRAL CAMPGROUND WILL CONTINUE TO CLOSE UNDER THE SAME DATES AS ROCK CREEK.
About
Buckhorn Pavilion provides a scenic opportunity to rent a space for outdoor events and celebrations within Chickasaw National Recreation Area. Located at the water's edge of Lake of the Arbuckles at the end of Buckhorn Road, approximately 10 minutes from Sulphur, the pavilion is an ideal spot for hosting birthday parties and gatherings with friends and family. The covered, non-electric pavilion is equipped with picnic tables and charcoal grills. Ample parking and spacious grass-covered grounds make it suitable for larger groups and games like Frisbee or football. Visitors can enjoy quality swimming in the lake. The pavilion sits near the boat ramp parking area with convenient lakeside views. The area is part of Chickasaw National Recreation Area, a partially forested hilly region of lakes and mineral water springs. Lake of the Arbuckles is the largest lake in the recreation area, spanning 2,350 acres. Nearby attractions include crystal clear springs such as Pavilion Springs, Hillside Springs, and Black Sulphur Springs, as well as the Chickasaw Cultural Center.
Directions
From I-35, take Exit 55 or 51 and drive towards Davis. In Davis, go east on Highway 7 to Sulphur. At the 4-way stop at the junction of Highway 7 and Highway 177 in Sulphur, turn south on Highway 177 for approximately 5 miles. Turn west at Buckhorn Road and drive approximately 3.5 miles west. The pavilion is located at the end of Buckhorn Road on the water's edge near the boat ramp parking area.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | — |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $30 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (580) 622-7234 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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