Natural swimming hole
Little Niagara
Creek · Oklahoma
About this swimming hole
Little Niagara is the most famous of Travertine Creek's limestone dams, a broad cascade you can slide down into cool pools. The water runs 60 to 65 degrees, spring-fed and startlingly clear. It sits in the Platt Historic District of the Chickasaw National Recreation Area, free and open to all.
Good to know
| Water type | Creek |
|---|---|
| Water temperature | 62 |
| Depth | Shallow wading with deeper pockets |
| Best season | May-September |
| Fees | Free (no NPS entrance fee) |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | Daylight hours |
| Parking | NPS lot in Platt Historic District |
| Amenities | restrooms, picnic areas, trails |
| County | Murray County |
| Nearest town | Sulphur |
| Safety notes | No lifeguard. Slippery travertine; supervise children. |
Map
Official information
Official park / agency page ↗ — check current conditions, fees, and reservations here before you go.
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Little Niagara?
Yes — Little Niagara is listed as a natural swimming spot in Oklahoma. Reported water temperature: 62. Heads-up: No lifeguard. Slippery travertine; supervise children.. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Little Niagara require reservations?
No reservations are required at Little Niagara based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Little Niagara?
Reported fee info: Free (no NPS entrance fee). Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Little Niagara?
The best season is typically May-September.