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Chickasaw National Recreation Area to open East Perimeter Drive in the Platt Historic District on Monday May 6

May 5, 2024 · Source: National Park Service

An outline of Chickasaw National Recreation with the very northwest section, about 5% of the park, highlighted and labelled as open. — Image supplied by the National Park Service. View the original image and credit

Most of the Platt Historic District that is east of U.S. Route 177 will open to the public at 8 a.m. Monday morning, May 6th. This opening includes the Southeast and Northeast Perimeter Drives, all trails east of the highway, the Travertine Nature Center and Little Niagara. However, Central Campground and Cold Springs Campgrounds will remain closed.

Read the official NPS source

What Travelers Need to Know

Check the affected roads, trails or facilities and the dates in the official notice. Plan an alternate route or activity if your itinerary uses the affected area.

Dates and operating conditions can change after publication. Check the park’s official visitor information for your travel date.

Traveler guidance by State & Nation Staff Writer.

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