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Blewford

A ghost town of unknown status in Washington County, Arkansas.

By the Ghost Town USA research team · Last reviewed September 2026

Quick Facts

Status
Unknown Status
Access
Unknown Access
Coordinates
Not recorded

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.

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.

Blewford FAQs

Where is Blewford located?
Blewford is in Washington County, Arkansas. Precise coordinates aren't on record, so research maps and local directions before you go.
What county is Blewford in?
Blewford sits in Washington County, Arkansas. See our full guide to ghost towns in Washington County for its neighbors.
What is the history of Blewford?
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.
What remains at Blewford 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.
Can you visit Blewford?
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.

Sources: description based on Wikipedia (“Blewford, Arkansas”), CC BY-SA.

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