Camping, trails, maps & photo credits — Chickasaw National Recreation Area
Springs, streams, lakes - whatever its form, water is the attraction at Chickasaw National Recreation Area.
Camping & reservations
The booking button opens the official provider or park-specific camping instructions published by the NPS. Select the named campground and verify its dates, access and site rules.
Buckhorn Campground Loop A ↗
Buckhorn Campground has four loops. Loop A is open seasonally on a first come, first served basis. There are no hookups for RVs on Loop A. Located next to Lake of the Arbuckles, Buckhorn Campground is also located near the Buckhorn Boat Launch and near the southern trailhead for the Rock Creek Multi-Use Trail.
Reservations: Loop A is first come, first served only
Reservations / current camping instructions ↗
RV / truck camping: Sites in Loop A were constructed primarily with tent camping in mind, but many sites can accommodate small RVs and boat trailers. Confirm the exact site and current approach.
Approach: Paved Roads - All vehicles OK.
Fires: Fires are permitted only in the provided ring. Stoves and grills may be used within the confines of the campsite. Dead and down wood may be gathered.
Buckhorn Campground Loop B ↗
Buckhorn Campground has four loops. Loop B is open seasonally on a first come, first served basis. There are no hookups for RVs on Loop B. Located next to Lake of the Arbuckles, Buckhorn Campground is also located near the Buckhorn Boat Launch and near the southern trailhead for the Rock Creek Multi-Use Trail.
Reservations: All sites in Loop B are first come, first served
Reservations / current camping instructions ↗
RV / truck camping: Sites in Loop B are mostly walk in sites. Only a few sites can accommodate small RVs and boat trailers. Confirm the exact site and current approach.
Approach: Paved Roads - All vehicles OK.
Fires: Fires are permitted only in the provided ring. Stoves and grills may be used within the confines of the campsite. Dead and down wood may be gathered.
Buckhorn Campground Loop C ↗
Buckhorn Campground has four loops. Loop C is open year round by reservation only. Located next to Lake of the Arbuckles, Buckhorn Campground is also located near the Buckhorn Boat Launch and near the southern trailhead for the Rock Creek Multi-Use Trail.
Reservations: Loop C is by reservation only
Reservations / current camping instructions ↗
RV / truck camping: Most of the utility sites can accommodate RVs and boat trailers. Some are shorter and some are longer. Detailed information for each campsite can be found at recreation.gov Confirm the exact site and current approach.
Approach: Paved Roads - All vehicles OK.
Fires: Fires are permitted only in the provided ring. Stoves and grills may be used within the confines of the campsite. Dead and down wood may be gathered.
Buckhorn Campground Loop D ↗
Buckhorn Campground has four loops. Loop D is open year round. Campsite on Loop D are first come, first served. Located next to Lake of the Arbuckles, Buckhorn Campground is also located near the Buckhorn Boat Launch and near the southern trailhead for the Rock Creek Multi-Use Trail.
Reservations: All sites on Loop D are first come, first served.
Reservations / current camping instructions ↗
RV / truck camping: About half of the campsites on Loop D are suitable for RVs and boat trailers, depending on length. Of these sites, only a few can accommodate RVs and trailers in excess of 40'. Confirm the exact site and current approach.
Approach: Paved Roads - All vehicles OK.
Fires: Fires are permitted only in the provided ring. Stoves and grills may be used within the confines of the campsite. Dead and down wood may be gathered.
Truck-camping & permitted overnight use
NPS lists RV access at Buckhorn Campground Loop A. Sites in Loop A were constructed primarily with tent camping in mind, but many sites can accommodate small RVs and boat trailers.
Backcountry camping and vehicle camping require park-specific authorization; National Park Service land is not generally open to unrestricted roadside camping. Confirm designated sites, permits and food-storage rules with this unit.
Activities, hiking & trails
Hiking, Front-Country Hiking. Official activities and trail-planning information ↗
NPS-listed recreation: Astronomy, Stargazing, Biking, Mountain Biking, Road Biking, Boating, Motorized Boating, Jet Skiing, Camping, Car or Front Country Camping, Group Camping, RV Camping, Fishing, Food, Picnicking, Hands-On, Volunteer Vacation, Hiking, Front-Country Hiking, Horse Trekking, Horseback Riding, Hunting and Gathering, Gathering and Foraging, Hunting, Paddling, Canoeing, Kayaking, Stand Up Paddleboarding, Junior Ranger Program, Swimming, Freshwater Swimming, Water Skiing, Wildlife Watching, Birdwatching, Shopping, Bookstore and Park Store.
Maps & road access
Use the official NPS directions and current alerts. Check vehicle restrictions and campground approach roads before traveling.
From US I-35 drive through the towns of Davis and towards the town of Sulphur. There are a variety of destinations in the park to choose from. Official directions / site access ↗
Before you travel
Summers are hot and humid. Temperatures above 100ºF occur, and humidity often exceeds 50%. Winters are mild and prolonged freezes are rare. Thunderstorms are common April through July.
Source review: 2026-11-01. Conditions, fees, permits and availability can change. National Park Service official information ↗
Photograph sources & licensing
Banner: Lake of the Arbuckles
Lake of the Arbuckles attracts many boaters each summer for various recreational activities
Credit: NPS Photo. Original source ↗ · Public domain — NPS-created federal work ↗. Resized and cropped to match the profile display framing; original image source linked.
Second large photograph: Lincoln Bridge
Lincoln Bridge stands out as one of the oldest park structures
Credit: NPS Photo. Original source ↗ · Public domain — NPS-created federal work ↗. Resized and cropped to match the profile display framing; original image source linked.
Photographs are real images of the named unit; no AI-generated photographs are used. Federal photo credit register.