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Notable fort · Franklin, Ohio

The Arch

The Arch is a fort in Franklin, Ohio.

The Arch: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Status options for this fort: Open, good conditions · Very crowded · Approach road bad · Closed / not accessible.

Best time to visit The Arch

Season: October to February; carry water in summer.

Busiest days: Weekends and long holidays.

Crowd: Moderate; weekends busier.

Typical week: Mon light · Tue light · Wed light · Thu light · Fri light · Sat busy · Sun busy.

How to reach The Arch — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 39.96816, -83.00742. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

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    Frequently asked

    Is The Arch open today?

    No visitor has reported the opening status for The Arch yet. Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Busiest: Weekends and long holidays.

    What is the best time to visit The Arch?

    October to February; carry water in summer. Moderate; weekends busier.

    What are the places to visit near The Arch?

    Nearby: McFerson Commons (park, 0 km), Alexander Park (park, 1 km), Sensenbrenner Park (park, 1 km), North Bank Park (park, 1 km), Battelle Riverfront Park (park, 1 km), National Veterans Memorial and Museum (museum, 1 km).

    Is The Arch worth visiting?

    The Arch is listed as a notable fort in Ohio on Spotwander.