Colonel Allensworth State Historic Park
- Status
- Open (per official listing)
- Entrance fee
- See fee details
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Statewide rule — see below
- Camping
- Yes
- Official site
- parks.ca.gov(661) 849-3433
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
Covering about 997 acres, Colonel Allensworth State Historic Park lies in Tulare County, about 10 miles northwest of Delano.
Popular activities here are historic sites, ranger programs, wildlife watching, geocaching, and biking. Camping is available: campsites, including RV sites, tent sites, and showers.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visitor center | Daily | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. | — |
| Park | (Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Day) | ||
| Park | Daily | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. | — |
Official wording
Visitor Center: Sunday-Saturday 10am-4pm
(Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Day)
Park: Sunday-Saturday 9am-4pm
and scheduled special events
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Los Angeles).
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Day Use (Peak) | Free |
| Vehicle Day Use | Free |
| Bus, Large | Free |
| Bus, Small | Free |
Official wording
Special rates may apply for peak season, high demand holiday periods, and during weekends. Prices are subject to change without notice. • Vehicle Day Use (Peak): Free • Vehicle Day Use: Free • Bus, Large: Free • Bus, Small: Free
California park passes
- California Explorer Annual Pass — $195. Vehicle day-use entry to 134 state parks incl. high-demand Southern California beaches Details
- Golden Poppy Annual Pass — $125. Vehicle day-use entry to 112 state parks Details
- Historian Passport — $50. Admission for up to four people at per-person-fee State Historic Parks Details
- Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Annual Pass — $50. Entry to State Vehicular Recreation Areas that collect day-use fees Details
- SNO-Park Pass — $40 season / $15 day. 18 SNO-PARK winter recreation areas Details
From the California state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- ReserveCalifornia
- Phone
- (800) 444-7275
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
See the park’s wording
Are dogs allowed?
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Camping
Camping Fees
CAMPING
Overnight facilities: En route Campsites, Tent Camping, RV Dump Station, RV Access
Max trailer: 35 feet
Max camper/motorhome: 45 feet
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
Historic sites and toursPicnickingRanger and interpretive programsWildlife viewing and birdingGeocachingHikingBikingCamping
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Drinking water
- Picnic areas
- Visitor center
- Nature center or museum
- Parking
Camping
- RV dump station
- Tent camping
- RV camping
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Accessibility
Overview
Colonel Allensworth State Historic Park began as a small farming community founded in 1908 by Colonel Allen Allensworth and others dedicated to improving the economic and social status of African Americans. With continuing restoration and special events, the town is coming back to life as a state historic park. Call (661) 849-3433 for operating hours and directions.
Camping
A small campground includes 2 sites designated accessible. One has an accessible table and is generally accessible. The second site is usable. Restrooms with showers are generally accessible. Parking at the restroom is accessible, as is the route of travel to the restroom.
Exhibits/Programs
The Visitor Center is open daily. Assistance may be required on the stairs, ramp and entry. Exhibits are usable. Accessible parking is available in both the main and overflow lots.
Read more from the park
Historic Structures: Visitors may view 7 historic structures from the exterior. Most buildings are not open except on special occasions, and are generally not accessible at this time. Routes of travel are generally accessible to the various buildings. Ongoing reconstruction will include accessibility upgrades.
Virtual Photo Walks is a non-profit organization that harnesses the power of the internet and mobile communications to enable the disabled infirm and those isolated and hospitalized – young and old – to visit distant places. More information is available by visiting Virtual Photo Walks.
An archived Virtual Photo Walk that took place at Colonel Allensworth SHP includes an interior tour of the Hindsman Co. General Store, and exterior tour of the Hindsman House and Overr Agricultural Demonstration Garden.
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Getting there
- Address
- Hwy 43 & Palmer Dr
Earlimart, CA 93219 - Nearest town
- Delano — about 10 mi northwest (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 35.8639, -119.3921
- Phone
- (661) 849-3433
- info@allensworth5krunwalk.org
Entrances
- Directions point
Google Maps directionsApple MapsOfficial park map (PDF)
Directions from the park
The park is about 30 miles north of Bakersfield. From Hwy 99 near the town of Earlimart, take the Ave 56 Exit (Exit 65), then turn west toward Alpaugh and go 7.4 miles on County Rd J22 (W Sierra Av). At Hwy 43 (Central Valley Hwy) turn right (south) and proceed to the intersection of Palmer Av. Turn right and proceed to the Park entrance.
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- California State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- California State Parks Listing page (one link per unit, page_id = officialId), unioned with the CSP Enterprise GIS 'ParkEntryPoints' ArcGIS layer (coords, address, county, unit number, management status) and the 'CSPParkUnit_CurrentStatus' layer (open/partial/full closure)
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology