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Blue Green Algae has been located on Lake of the Arbuckles
On July 24, 2012 presence of blue-green algae was confirmed on Lake of the Arbuckles. If you see any algae with a bright green color at or below the lake surface, do not swim or wade and keep all pets out of water. Avoid all contact. More »
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Current Fire Weather Conditions Result in Temporary Restriction at Chickasaw
Due to fire weather conditions in Oklahoma, a temporary ban on ash producing fires is in effect for park areas. Gas grills for cooking are still permitted. Guy Sandy campground and the muti-use area are also closed until conditions improve. More »
Be A Junior Ranger
NPS/Amy Trenkle Swearing in new Junior Rangers at the Junior Ranger Station. Explore history, nature and natural spring water! The Chickasaw National Recreation Area Junior Ranger program is designed for kids of all ages. Through activities, games, and puzzles, kids can have fun as they learn about the park. Required activities include attending a ranger-led program, hiking on a park trail, and completing activity pages that encourage direct experience and discovery learning in diverse park environments. Both children and adults benefit by sharing the fun of becoming a Junior Ranger at Chickasaw National Recreation Area or other parks.
Download our Junior Ranger booklet and come prepared! How does it work? When your booklet is completed you will receive:
Download our Junior Ranger booklet (3.26MB PDF file) |
The Junior Ranger Station
Hiking and Walking Trails
Swimming
Did You Know?
Superintendent William Branch (served 1925-26, 1930-44, 1956-60) was so respected by the community that the Civilian Conservation Corps camp in Platt National Park was named "Camp Branch" in his honor.