Overview Cold Springs Campground is a popular summer campground conveniently located 5-7 minutes from the town of Sulphur. Travertine Creek, directly across from Cold Springs, provides several refreshing spring-fed swimming areas to escape the summer heat. Other nearby attractions, such as Little Niagara and the Traver…
Overview Cold Springs Campground is a popular summer campground conveniently located 5-7 minutes from the town of Sulphur. Travertine Creek, directly across from Cold Springs, provides several refreshing spring-fed swimming areas to escape the summer heat. Other nearby attractions, such as Little Niagara and the Travertine Nature Center, make this campground an ideal location for both seasoned and first-time campers.El Camping Cold Springs es un popular camping de verano, convenientemente ubicado a 5-7 minutos del pueblo de Sulphur. El arroyo Travertine, justo enfrente de Cold Springs, ofrece varias zonas de baño refrescantes con agua de manantial para escapar del calor del verano. Otras atracciones cercanas, como Little Niagara y el Centro Natural Travertine, hacen de este camping un lugar ideal tanto para campistas experimentados como para quienes lo hacen por primera vez.Recreation Travertine Creek, located directly across the road from Cold Springs Campground, is a popular area for swimming and picnicking. The creek is fed by nearby Antelope and Buffalo Springs. El arroyo Travertine, ubicado justo enfrente del camping Cold Springs, es una zona popular para nadar y hacer picnics. El arroyo se alimenta de los manantiales Antelope y Buffalo, ubicados en las cercanías.The scenic and shaded Antelope and Buffalo Springs Trail is located behind the Travertine Nature Center and is approximately 1 mile (1.6 km) in length. El pintoresco y sombreado sendero Antelope and Buffalo Springs Trail está ubicado detrás del Travertine Nature Center y tiene una longitud de aproximadamente 1 milla (1,6 km).Facilities Cold Springs is a non-electric tent-only campground. Cold Springs es un camping exclusivo para tiendas de campaña, sin electricidad.Two restroom buildings are located in the campground. Both restrooms have flush toilets and sinks. No showers are available at this campground. El camping cuenta con dos baños. Ambos cuentan con inodoros y lavabos con cisterna. No hay duchas
Photos
A campsite covered in yellow and orange leaves. A picnic table and lantern post are on the far left. — NPS Photo (A.Loper)Travertine Creek flows under a stone bridge at the Travertine Nature Center — NPS PhotoThe entrance to Cold Springs Campground, covered in leaves and shaded by trees on each side. — NPS Photo (A.Loper)A waterfall with lush greenery surrounding it during the summer — NPS Photo (Ron Snavely Sr.)A small waterfall surrounded by lush greenery in the summer. — NPS Photo (Ron Snavely Sr.)
How to Get There
From I-35, take Exit 55 and drive towards the city of Davis, OK. Once in Davis, go east on Highway 7. Watch for Chickasaw National Recreation Area signs. Drive approximately 8 miles east of Davis to the only 4 way stop (Jct Hwy 7 and Hwy 177) in the city of Sulphur. Turn right for approximately 0.2 miles on Highway 177. Take the first left turn on NE Perimeter Road. Keep driving on NE Perimeter Road until you see the sign for Cold Springs Campground. The campground will be on your left.
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Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.
Plan Your Visit to Cold Springs Campground (Chickasaw)
Heading to Cold Springs Campground (Chickasaw)? 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 Cold Springs Campground (Chickasaw)?
No central reservation system listed for Cold Springs Campground (Chickasaw). Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234049) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How many campsites are at Cold Springs Campground (Chickasaw)?
Cold Springs Campground (Chickasaw) has 64 campsites. Site amenities (hookups, vehicle limits, ADA access) vary — see the individual campsite pages for details.
How do I get to Cold Springs Campground (Chickasaw)?
From I-35, take Exit 55 and drive towards the city of Davis, OK. Once in Davis, go east on Highway 7. Watch for Chickasaw National Recreation Area signs. Drive approximately 8 miles east of Davis to the only 4 way stop (Jct Hwy 7 and Hwy 177) in the city of Sulphur. Turn right for approximately 0.2 miles on Highway 177. Take the first left turn on NE Perimeter Road. Keep driving on NE Perimeter Ro…
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