Sunset casting on Veterans Lake
Veterans Lake Pavilion
A view of the interior of the pavilion showing 4 picnic tables

Veterans Lake Pavilion

Open — The pavilion is currently open for reservations year-round 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.

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

Veterans Lake Pavilion is a scenic day-use facility located in the Platt Historic District of Chickasaw National Recreation Area, approximately 5-7 minutes from Sulphur, Oklahoma. This pavilion rental provides an ideal space for hosting outdoor events, birthday parties, and family gatherings in a beautiful lakeside setting. The pavilion is situated near Veterans Lake, a 67-acre reservoir where visitors can swim, fish, and paddle. The paved Veterans Trail loops around the lake, making it stroller and wheelchair-friendly. A fishing dock and exercise area are located nearby and are available for use by pavilion renters, though these areas remain open to the public. The nearby bison pasture offers additional recreational opportunities for viewing wildlife. Chickasaw National Recreation Area sits at the convergence of the eastern deciduous forest and the mixed-grass prairie ecosystems, creating unique geological formations and diverse plant and animal habitats. The Travertine Nature Center and historic mineral springs, including Pavilion Springs, Black Sulphur Springs, and Hillside Springs, are worth visiting nearby.

Directions

From I-35, take Exit 55 or 51 and drive towards Davis, Oklahoma. Once in Davis, go east towards Sulphur on Highway 7. Drive approximately 8 miles east on Highway 7 from Davis and turn south (right) on 12th Street in Sulphur. The road ends at a stop sign shortly after entering the park. Turn right at the stop sign and follow the signs to Veterans Lake Pavilion.

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Amenities

Water
Fires Allowed
Toilets Yes
Dump Station No
Wifi
Pets Allowed
Showers
Electric Hookups
Water Hookups
Sewer Hookups
Camp Store No
Price $30

Vehicle

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

Contact

Phone +1 (580) 622-7234

Cell Service

AT&T Yes
Verizon Yes
T-Mobile None

Availability

Photos

Sunset casting on Veterans Lake
Veterans Lake Pavilion
A view of the interior of the pavilion showing 4 picnic tables
Veterans Lake Pavilion

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