Boone County, Arkansas
Boone County is located in the Ozarks of northwestern Arkansas. Harrison serves as the county seat and is the largest community in the area.
The county is known for its scenic beauty and proximity to the Buffalo National River, which offers opportunities for kayaking, hiking, and other outdoor activities. The surrounding Ozark Mountains also provide plenty of trails and scenic views.
The annual Crawdad Days Festival in Harrison is a popular local event celebrating the community’s love of these small crustaceans. Mystic Caverns, located between Jasper and Harrison, is another notable attraction and features impressive underground formations.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Boone County |
| County Seat | Harrison |
| Population | Approximately 38,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Harrison, Diamond City, Lead Hill, Omaha, Alpena, Bellefonte, Bergman, Zinc, South Lead Hill, Valley Springs |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Route 62, U.S. Route 65, State Route 7, State Route 14, State Route 43, State Route 206 |
| FIPS Code | 05-009 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 602 square miles (Land: 590 sq mi, Water: 12 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Taney County, Missouri (North), Marion County (East), Searcy County (Southeast), Newton County (South), Carroll County (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Standard Time (CST) |
| State | Arkansas |
| Coordinates | 36.2901° N, 93.1540° W |
| Etymology | The name “Boone” is likely a tribute to Daniel Boone, the famous American pioneer and explorer |
| Major Landmarks | Buffalo National River, Mystic Caverns, Boone County Heritage Museum, Bull Shoals Lake, Hurricane River Cave |
