Last updated: January 30, 2021
Place
Washita River
NPS, Christian Schroll
Quick Facts
Amenities
2 listed
Benches/Seating, Cellular Signal
The Washita River has long provided the sustaining water for plants, animals, and people in this region. Starting in Texas, the Washita runs for over 580 miles through Oklahoma to the Red River in south central Oklahoma. This crucial water allows this valley to support a wide range of plants and animals, which in turn made this valley such an appealing sanctuary for the Cheyenne to winter in. Along the south side of this part of the river is where Black Kettle's village made their camp when they were attacked by the 7th US Cavalry on November 27, 1868.
The river is located about 3/4 miles along the park trail, reachable from either the paved or unpaved sides of the trail.
The river is located about 3/4 miles along the park trail, reachable from either the paved or unpaved sides of the trail.