Oklahoma Parks and Recreation Areas with Interpretive Programs

Washita Battlefield National Historic Site protects and interprets the site of the Southern Cheyenne village of Peace Chief Black Kettle that was attacked by the 7th U.S. Cavalry under Lt. Col. George A. Custer just before dawn on November 27, 1868. The controversial strike was hailed at the time by the military and many civilians as a significant victory aimed at reducing Indian raids on frontier settlements. Washita remains controversial because many Indians and whites labeled Custer's attack a massacre. Black Kettle is still honored as a prominent leader who never ceased striving for peace even though it cost him his life. read more...

Phone: 580-497-2742   Price Range: N/A   Open Season: N/A   Camping: Yes
Nearest Popular City: Cheyenne   Nearest Lake or River: N/A   Park Type: National Historic Site   Activities: Interpretive Programs   Details Provided By: Washita Battlefield National Historic Site

The Peaceful Valley of Rippling Waters appropriately describes Chickasaw National Recreation Area, as it is known for its many mineral springs, cool water, flora, fauna, and wildlife. Here ones mind may wander back in time to when the early American Indian came to this area to rest, relax at the waters edge, and hunt for their food from the abundant wildlife. read more...

Phone: 580-622-3161   Price Range: N/A   Open Season: N/A   Camping: Yes
Nearest Popular City: Sulphur   Nearest Lake or River: N/A   Park Type: Recreation Area   Activities: Biking / Bicycling, Birding, Boating and Watercraft, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting and Shooting, Swimming, Wildlife Watching, Camping, Auto Touring, Nature Walks, Interpretive Programs   Details Provided By: Chickasaw