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Chickasaw National Recreation AreaAn occupied campsite at the Buckhorn campground
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Chickasaw National Recreation Area
For Kids
 
Father and son drinking from Pavilion Spring
Elizabeth Leonard
Trying the waters of Pavilion Spring
 

Explore Chickasaw!
Chickasaw National Recreation Area offers many opportunities for children. The inviting waters of Travertine Creek and the Lake of the Arbuckles provide a place to cool off on a hot summer day; the mineral springs hiking trails serve as easy avenues to learn more about nature. To make the most of your visit, complete a junior ranger activity booklet to earn a badge!

Discover Chickasaw
There are many online resources for learning about Chickasaw National Recreation Area and the National Park Service. If you are writing a school report, or just want to learn more about your parks, visit the History & Culture, Nature & Science, and Plan Your Visit sections of this website.

Junior Ranger Badge
Be a Junior Ranger
Kids can learn about the park and become a Junior Ranger
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WebRangers
Be a WebRanger
On-line activities that explore national parks!
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GoZone
GoZone
Go to the GoZone, and discover fun in your national parks!
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The Travertine Nature Center  

Did You Know?
The Travertine Nature Center has live animal-exhibits and presents interpretive programs related to the Chickasaw National Recreation Area's natural and cultural resources.
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Last Updated: June 15, 2008 at 13:52 EST