Rock Creek Group Camp (Chickasaw)

4.68

54 reviews

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Quick Facts

Price

Varies

Booking

Reservable

Sites

Varies

Season

Currently closed for...

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Not Allowed

Opens Chickasaw National Recreation Area (National Park Service) site

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Rock Creek Group Camp (Chickasaw)

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Campsite Fees

Standard campsites are first-come, first-served and require payment at the campground fee machine upon arrival. The Rock Creek Group Site is...

Standard Site Fee$0.00

Hookup Site Fee$0.00

Premium Site Fee$0.00

Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00

Group Site Fee$0.00

Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

Total Campsite Fees$0.00

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4.68

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"Reviewers consistently rate Rock Creek Group Camp very highly, emphasizing its beauty, cleanliness, and suitability for groups. Campers appreciate the easy access, proximity to water features and trails, and the well-managed, quiet atmosphere enforced by attentive rangers and camp hosts."

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Best Time to Camp at Rock Creek Group Camp (Chickasaw)

The group site follows a seasonal schedule, with closures during certain times of the year to protect the natural environment. When open, the campground provides access to year-round outdoor activities, with spring and summer being particularly popular for taking advantage of the abundant swimming opportunities in the area's crystal-clear streams, natural springs, and Veteran's Lake. The shade provided by the mature forest canopy offers natural cooling during warmer months.

Spring (Mar-May)

Wildflowers bloom, mild temperatures, fewer crowds. Great for hiking and photography.

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Summer (Jun-Aug)

Peak season with warm weather, perfect for water activities. Book early.

Fall (Sep-Nov)

Beautiful fall colors, cooler temps, quieter campgrounds. Ideal for peaceful trips.

Winter (Dec-Feb)

Off-season, limited services. Check for closures before visiting.

Planning Tips

Operating Season: Currently closed for the season (no dates provided).
Current Alerts: Rock Creek Group Campsite is currently closed for the season.

About Rock Creek Group Camp (Chickasaw)

Nestled at the gateway to Rock Creek Campground, this primitive tent-only group site offers families an authentic outdoor experience surrounded by ancient oak and hickory forests. As the closest camping option to the pristine waters of Veteran's Lake, it serves as your basecamp for fishing adventures, forest hikes, birdwatching excursions, and refreshing dips in cold spring-fed streams.

A reservable, family-friendly primitive group campsite that is tent-only and non-electric; other standard campsites at Rock Creek are first-come, first-served.

Historical SignificanceYour camping experience places you within the storied landscape of Chickasaw National Recreation Area, where centuries of Native American heritage meet preserved natural beauty. Just a short journey away, the impressive 184-acre Chickasaw Cultural Center invites visitors to deepen their understanding of Chickasaw history, traditions, and culture through immersive exhibits and authentic storytelling. This connection to the land's original stewards adds profound meaning to every moment spent beneath these ancient trees.

Weather and SeasonsThe group site follows a seasonal schedule, with closures during certain times of the year to protect the natural environment. When open, the campground provides access to year-round outdoor activities, with spring and summer being particularly popular for taking advantage of the abundant swimming opportunities in the area's crystal-clear streams, natural springs, and Veteran's Lake. The shade provided by the mature forest canopy offers natural cooling during warmer months.

Natural Features and SceneryTowering oak and hickory trees, some standing for generations, form a cathedral-like canopy overhead, their branches filtering sunlight into dancing patterns across the forest floor. The landscape reveals its treasures gradually: cold spring-fed waterfalls tumbling over ancient rock formations, their constant flow creating a soothing soundtrack to your stay. Veteran's Lake glimmers through the trees, while hidden streams and springs thread through the terrain, each fed by the same underground aquifers that have sustained life here for millennia. The interplay of water, stone, and forest creates an ecosystem rich with wildlife and natural wonder.

Geological RegionThe campground sits within a geologically distinctive section of Chickasaw National Recreation Area, where underground aquifers emerge as cold springs that have carved intricate patterns through limestone and other sedimentary rocks over thousands of years. These unique formations, combined with the mature hardwood forest ecosystem of oak and hickory, create a landscape that tells the story of water's patient, powerful work. The spring-fed waterfalls and streams that characterize this region are born from ancient geological processes that continue to shape and nourish this remarkable environment today.

Campsite details

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Recommended CampsitesThe group site is described as family-friendly and is located at the campground entrance; it is suitable for tent-only group camping. Standard sites are first-come first-serve for those seeking immediate availability.

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Rock Creek Group Site is a family-friendly primitive, reservable group campsite located at the entrance to Rock Creek Campground. It is non-electric and tent-only.

Tents

Tents are allowed

RV vehicles

RV vehicles are not allowed

Primitive

Primitive are allowed

Reservable

Reservations are allowed

Site layoutCampground includes a reservable group tent-only, non-electric site at the entrance and multiple standard campsites (non-reservable, first-come first-serve). Two restroom buildings with flush toilets and sinks are located within the campground; no showers are provided.

Open and Closed SeasonCurrently closed for the season (no dates provided).

Reservation PlatformsRecreation.gov

Walk-in AvailabilityStandard campsites available on a first-come first-serve basis; pay at the campground fee machine upon arrival.

Cancellation PolicyRefunds will not be given due to inclement weather. Refer to official Recreation.gov cancellation rules and policies.

Accomodation available

GroupGroup campsites are offered for larger parties such as families, schools, or organizations. These sites provide space and facilities to accommodate multiple people camping together.

Amenities available

Flush toilets

Activities you can enjoy

Access to fishing, hiking/walking, birding, and swimming; nearby Veteran's Lake offers additional swimming, a fishing dock, picnic areas, and a lake-loop hiking trail. The area features spring-fed streams and waterfalls.

Hiking

Hiking and walking opportunities include trails around nearby Veteran's Lake and local paths within the campground area.

Fishing

Closest campground to Veteran's Lake, which provides a fishing dock and lake access for anglers.

Swimming

Swimming available in nearby streams and springs and at Veteran's Lake (beaches/picnic areas mentioned).

Wildlife viewing

Birding is highlighted; mature oak and hickory forests and spring-fed features support wildlife viewing.

Campground rules

Pets are not allowed

Hazards

Active alertsRock Creek Group Campsite is currently closed for the season.

Weather at Rock Creek Group Camp (Chickasaw)

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Proximity to water featuresClosest campground to Veteran's Lake; nearby streams, springs, and spring-fed waterfalls provide swimming and fishing access.

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Rock Creek Group Camp (Chickasaw)

Driving directionsFrom I-35, take Exit 55 and drive toward Davis. Once in Davis, go east on Highway 7 to the Chickasaw National Recreation Area. For Rock Creek Campground, Veterans Lake, and Veteran's Lake Pavilion, drive approximately 7 miles (11.2 km) east of Davis to the traffic light on 12th Street in the city of Sulphur. Turn right on 12th Street for approximately 0.6 miles (1 km). Turn right at the stop sign. Rock Creek Campground will be less than 1/2 a mile down the road to the right. Look for the large wooden sign with the campground name.

Access via I-35 (Exit 55) and Highway 7 east through Davis to Sulphur, then follow local streets as described in driving directions.

Nearby places

Davis, OK — approximately 7 miles west of the campground (per directions). Sulphur, OK — campground is accessed via 12th Street in Sulphur.

Reviews from booking and map sources

4.7

54 reviews

Top-Rated

Rock Creek Group Camp (Chickasaw) is top-rated, placing it in the top 15% of campgrounds based on reviews

Reviewers consistently rate Rock Creek Group Camp very highly, emphasizing its beauty, cleanliness, and suitability for groups. Campers appreciate the easy access, proximity to water features and trails, and the well-managed, quiet atmosphere enforced by attentive rangers and camp hosts.

Review Summaries

Based on 54 reviews

What Campers Love

Campers love the beautiful scenery, natural springs, swimming holes, and nearby waterfall and cliffs, as well as the fun, easy hiking trails and views. The group site is described as very large,...

Based on 54 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Bring your own firewood for the fire pits, as noted by a group camper. Expect and respect quiet hours, since rangers patrol regularly and enforce a zero-tolerance policy for late-night noise. Larger...

Based on 54 reviews

Camper Quotes

“Great campsite! Really big, very clean. Nice, clean well-kept bathrooms.” “This campground is top notch! Clean bathrooms, park ranger on constant patrol, zero tolerance for late night noise.” “Way...

Based on 54 reviews

Site-Specific Reviews

Site 107 (Rock Creek Group Site) is repeatedly described as a very nice, spacious group campsite with lots of shade, a good fire ring, and picnic table. Reviewers highlight beautiful views, quiet...

Based on 54 reviews

Accessibility Features

Some reviewers mention “easy access,” “easy parking,” and a “super easy and fun” trail to the top of the small “mountain” next to the campsite, suggesting generally user-friendly access and trails....

Based on 54 reviews