NPS · Chickasaw National Recreation Area · Sulphur, OK

The Point Campground (Chickasaw)

The Point Campground is a family-friendly campground located on Lake of the Arbuckles. Popular recreational activities include boating, swimming, fishing, bicycling, and birding. Due to its relaxed atmosphere, The Point Campground is a great outdoor destination for visitors of all ages and backgrounds.

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The Point Campground (Chickasaw)Point Ranger StationPicnic area at Point Boat Ramp.The Point Campground (Chickasaw)
Photos courtesy of Ron Snavely Sr, Ron Snavely, A. Loper · Recreation.gov

Site mix

Standard with electric12
Walk-in2
Tent-only2
Most sites here open on Recreation.gov six months ahead, at 10 a.m. Eastern. Sold out is not final: cancellations come back into the pool, most of them two to three days out. How to catch one

Site guide

Will my RV fit

The longest site here provides 60 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.

Have the trailer VIN? It carries the trailer length.

16 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.

SiteTypeEntryFits, ftSurfaceShadePowerWater / sewerPeople / vehiclesFiresAccessible
041ElectricBack-in45Paved50 ampYes / –8 / 2YesYes
042ElectricBack-in50Paved50 ampYes / –8 / 2Yes
043ElectricBack-in50Paved50 ampYes / –8 / 2Yes
044ElectricBack-in40Paved50 ampYes / –8 / 2Yes
045ElectricBack-in55Paved50 ampYes / –8 / 2Yes
046Walk-inBack-inPavedPartialNo8 / –Yes
047ElectricBack-in50PavedPartial50 ampYes / –8 / 2Yes
048Walk-inBack-inPavedPartialNo8 / –Yes
049ElectricBack-in50PavedPartial50 ampYes / –8 / 2Yes
050ElectricBack-in60PavedPartial50 ampYes / –8 / 2Yes

Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:30 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.

Amenities & rules

HookupsElectric, water
Max vehicle length60 ft
EquipmentRVs & trailers, Tents
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed, subject to restrictions
AccessibilitySite 041 is listed accessible
  • Campgrounds in the Upper and Lower Loops have a mixture of electric and non-electric campsites. Water hookups are available at the electric sites.
  • There are no sewer hookups, but a dump station is conveniently located less than a mile from the campgrounds.
  • Upper Loop restrooms are pit toilets. Lower Loop restrooms have flush toilets, sinks, and showers.
  • There are no firewood vendors in the park. Visitors can gather dead and downed wood in the campgrounds or drive to the nearby town of Sulphur to purchase firewood.

Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.

Weather by month

NOAA climate normals →
Weather by month near The Point Campground (Chickasaw)30°40°50°60°70°80°90°January: 2.03 inches of precipitation, 1.0 inches of snowFebruary: 1.94 inches of precipitation, 0.3 inches of snowMarch: 3.62 inches of precipitation, 0.1 inches of snowApril: 3.74 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowMay: 5.55 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowJune: 4.36 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowJuly: 3.71 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowAugust: 2.99 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowSeptember: 4.36 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowOctober: 3.99 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowNovember: 2.77 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowDecember: 2.74 inches of precipitation, 0.3 inches of snowJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanuary: 39.9°F averageFebruary: 44.2°F averageMarch: 52.8°F averageApril: 60.7°F averageMay: 69.1°F averageJune: 77.7°F averageJuly: 82.2°F averageAugust: 81.6°F averageSeptember: 74.1°F averageOctober: 62.6°F averageNovember: 51.2°F averageDecember: 42.2°F average0 in2 in4 in6 inTemp °FInches
The line is the average temperature and the bars are average precipitation at Chickasaw Nra, 4 miles from the campground at 1,047 feet, station USC00341745 in the NOAA monthly climate normals for 1991 to 2020. Precipitation totals about 42 inches a year. The dotted line is average snowfall, about 2 inches a year on the same inches scale.

Getting there

From I-35, take Exit 55 and drive towards the city of Davis, OK. Once in Davis, go east on Highway 7 until you reach the stoplight at Cooper Memorial Road in Sulphur. Turn right on Cooper Memorial Road and drive approximately 8 miles to reach The Point Campground Road. Watch for signage.

Nearest townSulphur, Oklahoma
Coordinates34.4600° N, 97.0200° W · Directions ↗

Charges and cancellations

Refunds will not be given due to inclement weather.

Supplies & services

Dump stationDump station ↗3.3 mi
Outdoor gearOutdoor Expeditions Supply Company ↗47.4 mi
RV sales & serviceOklahoma Trailer Sales ↗49.6 mi

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Natural features

Set in the rolling Arbuckle Mountains, The Point Campground is part of the Crosstimbers region, where the western plains meet the eastern forests. This area of the park offers abundant opportunities for wildlife viewing and recreational enjoyment.

Recreation

Bring your boats and jet skis to enjoy the lake or pack your fishing rods to catch some of the state's finest bass, catfish, and crappie. Boating is a popular summer activity, but birding and bicycling are also great ways to explore this area of the park to take in scenic views of Lake of the Arbuckles. The boat ramp and day use picnic areas are conveniently located less than a mile from the campgrounds.

Nearby

Try Little Niagara, a favorite freshwater swimming hole. The Travertine Nature Center is a wonderful resource to view nature exhibits, meet live animals on display and listen to rangers' presentations. If visitors are in need of supplies, groceries or boat rentals, head to the neighboring city of Sulphur.

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Reference

Questions people ask

Do I need a reservation at The Point Campground (Chickasaw)?

Sites at The Point Campground (Chickasaw) are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.

Source: Recreation.gov

What time is check-in at The Point Campground (Chickasaw)?

Check-in 2:30 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.

Source: Recreation.gov

How many sites does The Point Campground (Chickasaw) have?

16 sites, including 12 standard sites with power, 2 walk-in sites, and 2 tent-only sites.

Source: Recreation.gov

Will my RV fit at The Point Campground (Chickasaw)?

The longest site here provides 60 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.

Source: Will my RV fit

Does The Point Campground (Chickasaw) have hookups?

Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are there showers or a dump station at The Point Campground (Chickasaw)?

There are no sewer hookups, but a dump station is conveniently located less than a mile from the campgrounds.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are pets allowed at The Point Campground (Chickasaw)?

Yes, pets are allowed at The Point Campground (Chickasaw). Leash rules apply.

Source: Recreation.gov

Can I have a campfire at The Point Campground (Chickasaw)?

Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are there accessible sites at The Point Campground (Chickasaw)?

Site 041 is listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.

Source: Recreation.gov

Is there cell service at The Point Campground (Chickasaw)?

FCC coverage maps show AT&T 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.

Source: FCC Broadband Map

What is there to do at The Point Campground (Chickasaw)?

Bring your boats and jet skis to enjoy the lake or pack your fishing rods to catch some of the state's finest bass, catfish, and crappie. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.

Source: Recreation

What is the nearest town to The Point Campground (Chickasaw)?

Sulphur, Oklahoma. Try Little Niagara, a favorite freshwater swimming hole.

Source: Getting there