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Arkansas Post Visitor Center

Gillett, Arkansas · Arkansas County · Visitor Center

View the park movie, "Arkansas Post: Echoes of the Past" and explore museum exhibits reflecting over three hundred years of human history at Arkansas Post.

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About Arkansas Post Visitor Center

View the park movie, "Arkansas Post: Echoes of the Past" and explore museum exhibits reflecting over three hundred years of human history at Arkansas Post.

How to Get There

From DeWitt, Arkansas: Follow State Hwy. 165 south for 18 miles and turn left onto State Hwy. 169. Proceed 2 miles and turn right onto Old Post Road at the dead end. Continue for .8 miles to the Visitor Center. From Dumas, Arkansas: Follow State Hwy. 165 north for 15 miles and turn right onto State Hwy. 169. Proceed 2 miles and turn right onto Old Post Road at the dead end. Continue for .8 miles to the Visitor Center.

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Plan Your Visit to Arkansas Post Visitor Center

Heading to Arkansas Post Visitor Center? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Arkansas Post Visitor Center?

No central reservation system listed for Arkansas Post Visitor Center. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10076862) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Arkansas Post Visitor Center?

From DeWitt, Arkansas: Follow State Hwy. 165 south for 18 miles and turn left onto State Hwy. 169. Proceed 2 miles and turn right onto Old Post Road at the dead end. Continue for .8 miles to the Visitor Center. From Dumas, Arkansas: Follow State Hwy. 165 north for 15 miles and turn right onto State Hwy. 169. Proceed 2 miles and turn right onto Old Post Road at the dead end. Continue for .8 miles t…

How do I contact Arkansas Post Visitor Center?

You can reach the park at phone: (870) 548-2207 or email: teresa_donaldson@nps.gov.