Become a Washita Junior Ranger
Become a Junior Ranger at Washita Battlefield.
30-90 Minutes Year-round
National Historic Site
Washita Battlefield National Historic Site
Washita Battlefield National Historic Site is a National Historic Site in Oklahoma. The NPS currently lists 0 active alerts, 0 campgrounds and 1 visitor center, and no entrance fee.
Oklahoma National Historic Site No entrance fee
Updated · NPS Data API
About the park
“On November 27, 1868, Lt. Colonel George Armstrong Custer led the 7th US Cavalry on a surprise dawn attack on a Cheyenne village led by Peace Chief Black Kettle. The event was an example of the tragic clash of cultures that occurred during the Great Plains Wars.”
Active alerts
0
Closures
0
Campgrounds
0
Visitor centers
1
Current alerts and closures
The NPS listed no active alerts for this park in the Oct 28, 2026 snapshot. Conditions can change; check current conditions on nps.gov before you go.
Entrance fees and passes
This site has no entrance fee, according to NPS fee data.
Things to do
Explore the Visitor Center
Learn about Washita Battlefield through the park visitor center
15-120 Minutes
Walk Washita Battlefield Park Trail
Walk the 1.5 mile trail around Washita Battlefield.
30-90 Minutes
See all 4 things to do in Washita Battlefield →
Activities the NPS lists for Washita Battlefield.
Arts and CultureGuided ToursSelf-Guided Tours - WalkingHands-OnCitizen ScienceHikingFront-Country HikingLiving HistoryReenactmentsJunior Ranger ProgramPark FilmMuseum ExhibitsShoppingBookstore and Park Store
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Operating hours
The overlook and trail of Washita Battlefield National Historic Site are open 30 minutes before sunrise and close 30 minutes after sunset.
| Day | Hours |
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| Monday | Sunrise to Sunset |
| Tuesday | Sunrise to Sunset |
| Wednesday | Sunrise to Sunset |
| Thursday | Sunrise to Sunset |
| Friday | Sunrise to Sunset |
| Saturday | Sunrise to Sunset |
| Sunday | Sunrise to Sunset |
Weather: Weather in western Oklahoma can vary considerably. Winters can be mild to severe with ice storms being the biggest concern.
Contact and directions
- Phone
- 5804972742
- [email protected]
- Address
- 18555 Hwy 47A, Ste. A, Cheyenne, OK 73628
- Coordinates
- 35.6208, -99.7045· View on OpenStreetMap
Visitor centers
| Visitor center | Standard hours | Phone | Passport stamp |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visitor Center | Daily: 8:00AM - 4:30PM | 5804972742 | Yes |
Campgrounds
No NPS campgrounds are listed for this site. Nearby national forests or state parks may offer camping.
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Sources
- Park details, alerts, fees and passes, visitor centers and campgrounds: National Park Service Data API, snapshot of Oct 28, 2026.
- Official park page: https://www.nps.gov/waba/index.htm
- Data: National Park Service (NPS) Data API, U.S. Department of the Interior (developer.nps.gov). This product uses the NPS Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the National Park Service. The National Park Service and the U.S. Department of the Interior do not endorse OpenParks. Photos are NPS images shown with their original credits; park descriptions are short excerpts credited to the NPS. Always confirm current conditions on nps.gov before you travel.