Overview
Sulphur is in the Chickasaw Country Region of Oklahoma.
3 sights · 3 things to do · 2 places to eat · 2 bars & cafés · 3 places to stay
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Best things about Sulphur
Lake of the Arbuckles
This lake serves as a reservoir for Murray County. Fishing is available for varieties of catfish, perch, bass and crappie. Located within the Chickasaw National Recreation Area, there are several camping grounds and RV c…
Chickasaw Cultural Center
Chickasaw National Recreation Area
Mineral springs, streams, lakes and waterfalls attract visitors from all over the world.
Vendome Well
A symbol of the namesake of Sulphur, Oklahoma, the Vendome Well is a mineral spring that always runs. Visitors once came from everywhere to drink the mineral waters from the well. There is a spigot where you can still dr…
Chickasaw Visitor Center
The Chickasaw Visitor Center stands at the entrance to the Chickasaw National Recreation Area and houses the National Park Service. The center offers public restrooms, free refreshments, a bike share program and plenty o…
Artesian Arts Festival
This annual arts festival takes place every Memorial Day weekend in downtown Sulphur. Artwork is available from Native and Southwestern artists from across the country. Live music from local and traveling artists takes p…
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Mar–May, Sep–Nov. Summer highs reach about 94°F; winter lows dip to about 29°F. Very hot (Jul, Aug) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: Jun and May. (climate data from nearby Oklahoma City)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- OKC OKC Will Rogers World Airport, Oklahoma City — 71 mi away (major hub). Directions
- LAW Lawton Fort Sill Regional Airport, Lawton — 82 mi away. Directions
Sulphur is easily accessible from I-35. From I-35, take exit 55 east toward Davis and continue through Davis on Highway 7 until you reach Sulphur.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
- Places to stay listed here: about $129–$129 a night (typical $134), from 2 listed prices.
- Estimated daily budget per person (room, two meals, local transport and an activity): budget ~$170, mid-range ~$210, comfortable ~$300.
See the Sleep guide ↓ for places to stay.
Sample 2-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Lake of the Arbuckles, Chickasaw Cultural Center
- Lunch Springs at the Artesian
- Afternoon Chickasaw Visitor Center
- Dinner Bedré Cafe
- Evening The Rusty Nail Winery
Day 2
- Morning Chickasaw National Recreation Area, Vendome Well
- Afternoon Artesian Arts Festival
- Evening The Fountain Club
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
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What to ask about, for your diet
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Understand
Sulphur has a history dating back before Oklahoma's statehood in 1907. The town was formed largely due to the popularity of the healing Sulphur Springs in the Chickasaw National Recreation Area, formerly Platt National Park.
Get in
Sulphur is easily accessible from I-35. From I-35, take exit 55 east toward Davis and continue through Davis on Highway 7 until you reach Sulphur.
Get around
Sulphur is mostly a car town, but you can grab a bike at the bike share at the Chickasaw Visitor Center at Hwy 177 and Hwy 7.
See
See Lake of the Arbuckles
This lake serves as a reservoir for Murray County. Fishing is available for varieties of catfish, perch, bass and crappie. Located within the Chickasaw National Recreation Area, there are several camping grounds and RV camps available to rent. Facilities include campgrounds, trailer spaces, picnic areas, shelters, tables, public restrooms, drinking water, boat docks and boat ramps.
See Vendome Well
A symbol of the namesake of Sulphur, Oklahoma, the Vendome Well is a mineral spring that always runs. Visitors once came from everywhere to drink the mineral waters from the well. There is a spigot where you can still drink the water (if you can get over the egg smell).
Do
Do Chickasaw National Recreation Area
Mineral springs, streams, lakes and waterfalls attract visitors from all over the world.
Do Chickasaw Visitor Center
The Chickasaw Visitor Center stands at the entrance to the Chickasaw National Recreation Area and houses the National Park Service. The center offers public restrooms, free refreshments, a bike share program and plenty of travel information and maps for the area if you need ideas on where to go and what to do. The small gift shop has a nice selection of souvenirs, including Chickasaw Country products, Native American jewelry and gifts. The Chickasaw Visitor Center hosts regular cultural demonstrations as well as a rotating featured artist with art on display and available for purchase.
Do Artesian Arts Festival
This annual arts festival takes place every Memorial Day weekend in downtown Sulphur. Artwork is available from Native and Southwestern artists from across the country. Live music from local and traveling artists takes place all day along with a variety of food and retail vendors throughout the festival. Art activities and classes are available throughout the day for visitors.
Buy
Eat
Eat Springs at the Artesian (Springs)
This restaurant offers southern comfort food in a fine dining setting. Dishes include items like chicken-fried steak, fried green tomatoes, and catfish. Reservations are recommended due to high-volume traffic on weekends.
Eat Bedré Cafe
This diner-themed café offers deli sandwiches, soups, salads and desserts. They also carry the full line of Bedré Fine Chocolate and have a wide range of ice cream products.
Drink
Drink The Rusty Nail Winery
The Rusty Nail is a family-owned boutique winery and gift shop. The name comes from the former resident at the same location, which was a hardware store. They don't grow their own grapes, but instead ferment their wine from juice blends and offer sweet and dry wines as well as white, blush and red. There is a small food menu available.
Drink The Fountain Club
Beer, wine and classic cocktails with live entertainment every Friday night. They also have a limited food menu available.
Sleep
Stay Artesian Hotel, Casino & Spa (The Artesian)
This hotel is a revival of an iconic historic hotel destroyed in the 1960s by fire. Rebuilt and reopened by the Chickasaw Nation in 2013, the hotel's architecture mimics that of the original hotel. Amenities include an on-site spa, restaurant, bar, casino, fitness center, two pools, a bath house and a wide variety of boutique shopping options.
Stay Chickasaw Retreat and Conference Center
Located just outside the Chickasaw National Recreation Area, this hotel offers excellent views of the surrounding Arbuckle Mountains. Amenities include fitness center, swimming pool and bar. The center provides several offerings for business and family groups.
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