05/09/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 05/09/2024 16:06
SULPHUR, Okla. - Beginning at 8 a.m. May 10th, Chickasaw National Recreation Area will reopen The Point area of the park, including the boat launch area, picnic areas, and campground. The park continues to recover from the tornado that touched on April 27. The tornado and associated heavy flooding caused significant damage to the park and the community of Sulphur. National Park Service crews have been working diligently to safely open some sections of the park.
Open Areas:
The Point courtesy dock, fishing dock, boat launch, picnic areas, and campground.
Closed Areas:
Campground reservations in closed campground and all special use permits have been cancelled through May 13, and there may be further cancellations as conditions continue to be assessed.
As you reenter the park, limit your stay to open areas. There are crews working with heavy equipment, and several types of active hazards still exist.
For more information about Chickasaw National Recreation Area and for updates on park operations, visit https://www.nps.gov/chic/planyourvisit/conditions.htm or follow the park's social media accounts, username ChickasawNPS, on Facebook, X, and Instagram.
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