Visiting Colonel Allensworth State Historic Park: Hours, Directions and What to See

ALLENSWORTH, TULARE COUNTY — November 8, 2026. A practical visitor guide to the state park next to Allensworth: check official hours, entrance fees and travel directions before leaving.

A historic site beside a living community

Colonel Allensworth State Historic Park preserves restored and reconstructed buildings that tell the story of a town founded and governed by Black pioneers. The park is adjacent to today’s Allensworth community. Visitors should respect the distinction: the museum landscape is a state park, while nearby homes and roads serve current residents.

Published hours and entry

The park’s official information page lists day-use hours of 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and visitor-center hours of 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. It lists vehicle day-use admission as free, although special event arrangements may vary. Because conditions and schedules can change, check the park page again on your travel date.

Getting there

California State Parks places the site roughly 30 miles north of Bakersfield. From Highway 99 near Earlimart, it directs drivers toward Avenue 56, west on County Road J22, and south at Highway 43 to Palmer Avenue. Rural driving distances can be longer than they look on a map; check navigation and road conditions before departing.

What to do

Historical exhibits, tours, picnic facilities and information about early residents are listed among park activities. For a guided experience or questions about facilities and accessibility, call (661) 849-3433. Do not assume all building interiors will be available without an arranged tour.

Primary source

California State Parks — Colonel Allensworth State Historic Park. Information current to the cited document or directory; verify changes with the responsible agency.

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