Every ghost town is a bet that didn't pay off. Blewford just shows the receipt more honestly than most. Blewford was a community in Harmon Township, Washington County, Arkansas, United States. It is located within the Ozark National Forest approximately one quarter mile east of Litteral Road and the Benton County line.
Washington County holds 5 documented ghost towns, including Barbara, Carter, Mcguire — Blewford keeps them company on the map.
The story of Blewford
Arkansas ghost towns are lead and zinc mines, timber towns, and railroad stops in the Ozarks and the Delta.
Blewford was a community in Harmon Township, Washington County, Arkansas, United States. It is located within the Ozark National Forest approximately one quarter mile east of Litteral Road and the Benton County line. US Route 412 is approximately one mile to the north. A post office existed from approximately 1899 to 1902.
What you'll find today
The on-the-ground condition of Blewford is unverified — it's listed here with unknown status. That could mean standing buildings, or an empty field. Go prepared for either, and consider sharing what you find so the record improves.
Nobody has confirmed the access situation, so treat any visit as reconnaissance: verify land ownership first, and be ready to admire from the road.
Getting there
Here's the honest truth: access to Blewford is unverified. We couldn't confirm whether the site sits on public land, private property, or something in between — so verify land ownership and local rules before visiting, and respect private property at all times. The mapped point for Blewford is roughly 36.1689, -94.3314 — use it as a starting point and cross-reference a current topographic map before leaving pavement.
Good to know
Ghost-town etiquette is simple: take only photographs. Removing artifacts is illegal on public lands and disrespectful everywhere else — and on federal land it can be a serious offense.
Survey Map
Approximate position — verify access locally before visiting
Blewford FAQs
01Where is Blewford located?
02What county is Blewford in?
03What is the history of Blewford?
04What remains at Blewford today?
05Can you visit Blewford?
Sources: account based on Wikipedia (“Blewford, Arkansas”), CC BY-SA.
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