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Washita Battlefield Tours


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Event# 580-497-2742

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MEMORIAL DAY THRU MID-AUGUST - Washita Battlefield National Historic Site will conduct programs. Ranger guided walks will be given at 9:30 and 11:00 daily. Ranger led talks at the battlefield will be at 2:00, 3:00 and 4:00 daily. In addition, a self-guided tour through the site is available. Ranger guided walks will last from 1 to 1 1/2 hours and will begin and end at the battlefield overlook. Ranger talks will last 20 to 30 minutes and take
place at the overlook.

Washita Battlefield Tours


Phone : 580-497-2742   (Always call and confirm events.)

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