Last updated: July 10, 2021
Thing to Do
Walk Washita Battlefield Park Trail
The park trail is a 1.5 mile loop around the battlefield where Black Kettle's village was located, taking you from the overlook, down to the Washita River and back. The trail is half paved and ADA/ABA accessible, providing access to the Prayer Tree along the Washita River and the Pony Kill site, while the second half of the loop is an unimproved dirt and grass trail. Along the way are 15 stops that you can follow with the trail guide (or audio guide) to learn about what happened here at the Washita.
The trailhead is located at the park overlook, a 1/2 mile west of the visitor center along Hwy. 47A.
The trail receives no winter maintenance so snow and ice may be present following winter storms.
The trailhead is located at the park overlook, a 1/2 mile west of the visitor center along Hwy. 47A.
The trail receives no winter maintenance so snow and ice may be present following winter storms.
Details
Duration
30-90 Minutes
Activity
Front-Country Hiking
Walk the 1.5 mile trail around Washita Battlefield.
Pets Allowed
No
Activity Fee
No
Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.
Location
Washita Battlefield Overlook
Reservations
No
Season
The trail recieves no winter maintenance so it may be icy following a winter storm.
Time of Day
Day, Dawn, Dusk
The site is open from first light in the morning until dark in the evening.
Accessibility Information
Half of the trail is a paved ADA/ABA accessible trail, providing access to the Prayer Tree along the Washita River and the Pony Kill site, while the second half is an unimproved dirt and grass trail.