Cheyenne tipis backlite by sunset
Washita Battlefield National Historic Site
National Historic Site · OK
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. It is also a place of remembrance and reflection for those who died here. Read More
Park report
Alert: Caution
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesNo Winter Maintenance on Battlefield Trail
Entrance Fee
How this is rated
Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
Visitor Centers
Good1 visitor center
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available14 activities
Park Name
InfoWashita Battlefield National Historic Site
Designation
InfoNational Historic Site
State(s)
InfoOK
Phone
Info5804972742
waba_interpretation@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoThe overlook and trail of Washita Battlefield National Historic Site are open 30 minutes before sunrise and close 30 minutes after sunset.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Visitor Center: Visitor Center
InfoSee park for hours
Themes & Topics
InfoMilitary, Cavalry, US Army + 14 more
Weather Info
InfoWeather in western Oklahoma can vary considerably. Winters can be mild to severe with ice storms being the biggest concern. Spring is usually short but pleasant although severe weather, including torn
Getting There
InfoWashita Battlefield is located just west of Cheyenne in western Oklahoma approximately 130 miles west of Oklahoma City and 140 miles east of Amarillo, Texas; just 25 miles north of I-40 on State Highw
Location
Info35.6208° N, -99.7045° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website