Perry County, Arkansas
Perry County is located just west of Little Rock, with Perryville serving as the county seat. The county has a population of around 10,000 people. U.S. Highway 10 runs through the area, connecting it to Little Rock and other nearby locations.
The county is where the Ouachita Mountains and the Arkansas River meet. The Arkansas River offers opportunities for fishing and boating, while the Ouachita National Forest provides miles of trails and natural beauty.
Harris Brake Lake is one of Arkansas’s most popular lakes. Petit Jean State Park is located near Perry County and offers hiking trails and the famous Petit Jean Mountain.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Perry County |
| County Seat | Perryville |
| Etymology | Named after Oliver Hazard Perry, a naval officer in the War of 1812 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Perryville, Bigelow, Casa, Fourche, Houston |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Route 64, State Route 9, State Route 60 |
| FIPS Code | 05-105 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 556 square miles (Land: 545 sq mi, Water: 11 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Conway County (North), Faulkner County (Northeast), Pulaski County (East), Saline County (Southeast), Garland County (Southwest), Yell County (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Standard Time (CST) |
| State | Arkansas |
| Coordinates | 34.9498° N, 92.8934° W |
| Major Landmarks | Ouachita National Forest, Petit Jean State Park, Lake Hinkle |
| Population | Approximately 10,000 |
