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Tishomingo National Fish Hatchery

Mill Creek, Oklahoma · Johnston County · Facility

Construction of Tishomingo National Fish Hatchery (NFH) began in 1928, and was in full production by 1931. This 235-acre hatchery lies adjacent to Pennington Creek in south central Oklahoma. Its basic mission is to produce imperiled fish and other aquatic species in addition to recreational fish species. The species re…

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About Tishomingo National Fish Hatchery

Construction of Tishomingo National Fish Hatchery (NFH) began in 1928, and was in full production by 1931. This 235-acre hatchery lies adjacent to Pennington Creek in south central Oklahoma. Its basic mission is to produce imperiled fish and other aquatic species in addition to recreational fish species. The species reared at the hatchery are distributed to waters of the south-central United States.

Plan Your Visit to Tishomingo National Fish Hatchery

Heading to Tishomingo National Fish Hatchery? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Tishomingo National Fish Hatchery?

No central reservation system listed for Tishomingo National Fish Hatchery. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/203856) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Tishomingo National Fish Hatchery?

12 miles NW of Tishomingo, OK or 1 mile east of Reagan, OK on Hwy 7

How do I contact Tishomingo National Fish Hatchery?

You can reach the park at phone: (580) 384-5463 or email: Kerry_Graves@fws.gov.