Cold Springs Campground — Chickasaw National Recreation Area

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.

Recreation

Travertine Creek is across the road from Cold Springs Campground, and hosts a popular swimming area known as Bear Falls. The creek is spring-fed from the cool, clear waters of Antelope and Buffalo Springs. The leisurely Antelope and Buffalo Springs Trail is located behind the Travertine Nature Center and is approximately 1 mile in length.

Facilities

Cold Springs is a tent-only campground for families and small gatherings of friends. The two non-electric group sites are best for tent camping, though small RVs and pop-up campers (less than 20') may fit. There are two modern restroom facility with flush toilets and sinks provided in the campground. No showers are available at this campground.

Natural Features

Mature oak and hickory forests cover this historic part of Chickasaw National Recreation Area. The park is characterized by complex geology as intensive faulting, folding, and rock deformations have combined to form a landscape of gently rolling hills dissected by gentle streams.

Nearby Attractions

Swimming Areas:Bear FallsGarfield FallsPanther FallsLittle NiagaraHiking Trails:Antelope And Buffalo Springs TrailTravertine Creek TrailBison Pasture TrailOther:Travertine Nature Center

Charges & Cancellations

Refunds will not be given due to inclement weather.__ Please read the official cancellation rules and policies of recreation.gov thoroughly before booking your campsite.__ Chickasaw National Recreation Area is not responsible for cancellation fees charged by recreation.gov.