Historic Washington State Park: A Journey Through Time

Getting There

• Car

  If you're driving, head towards Washington, AR. The park is located at 103 Franklin St, Washington, AR 71862. Use US-67 S or I-30 E depending on your starting point in Southwest Arkansas. From Texarkana, take I-30 towards Little Rock. Exit 30 for US-278 toward Camden/Washington, then follow US-278 W to Franklin St. Turn right on Franklin St, and the park entrance will be on your left.

• Public Transportation

  If you prefer public transportation, check for Greyhound or local bus services that connect to Hope, AR. From Hope, you can take a taxi or arrange for a rideshare service like Uber or Lyft to take you the approximately 12 miles to Historic Washington State Park at 103 Franklin St, Washington, AR 71862. Be sure to confirm the fare in advance, as it can vary.

• Bicycle

  For the adventurous, consider biking to Historic Washington State Park. There are several scenic routes in Southwest Arkansas. If you are near Hope, take AR-29 N, which connects to local roads leading to the park. Ensure you have a good map or GPS, and check weather conditions before embarking on your ride.

• Walking

  If you are staying in the town of Washington, you can walk to the park. From the center of Washington, head south on Franklin St towards the park entrance. It’s a short walk of about 1 mile and will take approximately 20 minutes. Ensure you wear comfortable shoes and stay hydrated.