Discover the Rich Heritage at the Chickasaw Cultural Center

Getting There

• Car

  If you are traveling by car within the Chickasaw National Recreation Area, head east on US-177. Continue on US-177 for about 4 miles until you reach the intersection with Cooper Memorial Road. Turn left onto Cooper Memorial Road, and the Chickasaw Cultural Center will be on your left at 867 Cooper Memorial Rd, Sulphur, OK 73086. The drive should take approximately 10-15 minutes depending on traffic.

• Public Transportation

  Currently, there are limited public transportation options directly servicing the Chickasaw Cultural Center from within the Chickasaw National Recreation Area. To reach the Cultural Center, you may need to travel to a nearby city like Sulphur, OK. You can take a local bus or shuttle service to Sulphur and then utilize a taxi or rideshare service to get to the Cultural Center located at 867 Cooper Memorial Rd. Be sure to check schedules in advance as they may vary. Costs for bus fare and taxi services will apply.

• Bicycle

  For those looking to bike, you can cycle from various points within the Chickasaw National Recreation Area. Use the park’s roadways to navigate toward US-177. Once you reach US-177, carefully ride along the shoulder heading toward Cooper Memorial Road. Turn left onto Cooper Memorial Road, and you'll arrive at the Chickasaw Cultural Center. Ensure you wear a helmet and follow all traffic regulations. The biking distance will vary based on your starting point within the park.

• Walking

  If you are close enough to the Chickasaw Cultural Center, you may opt to walk. Follow the marked trails and park roads leading to US-177 and then head towards Cooper Memorial Road. Be mindful of the traffic on US-177, and once you reach Cooper Memorial Road, the Cultural Center will be a short walk away. This option is advisable only if you are within a reasonable distance, as it may take a considerable amount of time otherwise.