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Alma Arkansas Map

Explore Alma, Arkansas, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Alma, Arkansas

How to Use This Alma, Arkansas Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Alma, Arkansas. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Arkansas or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Alma.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Alma
State	Arkansas (AR)
County	Crawford County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	35.492388
Longitude	-94.213745
Population	5,825
Density	392.4 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	72921
Area Code	479
County Seat	Van Buren
School District	Alma School District

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About Alma, Arkansas

Alma is a locality in Crawford County, Arkansas, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,825. The population density is 392.4 people per km². Alma is located at 35.4924°N, 94.2137°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Alma is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 72921.

Alma occupies a landscape defined by the quiet persistence of the Little Frog Bayou as it meanders through the terrain. It lies 7.7 miles east-northeast of Van Buren, AR (from Van Buren, AR: bearing 68°T), and is situated 11.8 miles east-northeast of Fort Smith.

The water reflects the changing sky, offering a sense of stability to the fields that stretch toward the distant horizon where Bloomer Ridge marks the boundary of the sky. Residents often find their way to the calm edges of Lake Alma, a nearby expanse that holds the morning light in a still, silver grip. Beyond these waters, the land transitions into the quietude of Bonita Hollow, where the shadows grow long and cool as the afternoon sun wanes. Unknown Park serves as a local threshold, grounding the geography in a space where the native grasses sway with the rhythm of the wind. The air here carries the scent of damp earth and seasonal change, marking the passage of time without the need for grand gestures.

History in Alma reflects the steady labor of those who recognized the fertility of the soil and the potential of the regional trade routes. The economy has long been anchored by the agricultural output of the surrounding plains, which feeds a local industry focused on processing and distribution. This industrious spirit remains evident in the way the local businesses organize their daily operations, maintaining a focus on efficiency and regional connectivity. Over the years, the development of transportation infrastructure solidified the position of the area as a vital point of transit for goods moving across the state. The cycle of work here is methodical, reflecting a deep-seated commitment to the land and the livelihoods it supports. Even as modern demands shift, the underlying patterns of production remain tethered to the foundational strength of the local harvest.

The cultural character of Alma is defined by a quiet, deliberate pace that honors the familiar and the well-tended. Residents gather during local events that emphasize community bonds, often sharing stories that have been passed down through generations of families. Among those who have brought recognition to the area is the celebrated country musician Joe Nichols, whose roots in the region inform his connection to the people here. The architecture of the older buildings suggests a time when utility and simplicity were the primary virtues, leaving a legacy of sturdy, honest construction. On clear evenings, the quality of light falling across the streets creates a soft, golden hue that seems to slow the very movement of the air. It is a place where the weight of the day is shed easily, replaced by the simple comfort of a familiar path leading home.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Alma Water Park (Local Park) — 0.5 mi, 296° NW
Alma Community Canter (Local Recreation) — 0.5 mi, 270° W
Unknown Park (Local Park) — 1.2 mi, 202° S
Historic Homesteads (Attraction) — 1.3 mi, 001° N
Alma Baseball Complex (Local Recreation) — 1.3 mi, 199° S
Parley P. Pratt Memorial and Gravesite (Monument) — 3.5 mi, 349° N
Ozark Recreation Area (Recreation Area) — 3.5 mi, 170° S
Ozark Lake (Recreation Area) — 4.5 mi, 137° SE
Crawford County Art Center (Arts Centre) — 8.3 mi, 243° SW
Ozark National Forest (National Forest) — 8.4 mi, 325° NW · 1.1M acres
Veterans Memorial (Monument) — 8.6 mi, 244° SW
Arts on Main (Gallery) — 8.9 mi, 244° SW
Van Buren Confederate Monument (Monument) — 8.9 mi, 243° SW
NUMA Bronze Statue (Public Artwork) — 11.8 mi, 229° SW
Mulberry River, Arkansas Wild and Scenic River (Wild & Scenic River) — 13.2 mi, 060° NE · 5,579 acres
World's Largest Christmas Pickle (Attraction) — 14.1 mi, 208° SW
Barracks-Courthouse-Jail (Attraction) — 14.1 mi, 239° SW
Visitor Center (Attraction) — 14.1 mi, 239° SW
Black Mountain National Game Refuge (National Conservation Area) — 17.4 mi, 048° NE · 19k acres
Vista Point Overlook (Viewpoint) — 18.3 mi, 354° N
Devil's Den State Park (State Park) — 19.4 mi, 355° N
CCC Fireplace (Historic Ruins) — 19.9 mi, 354° N
Mannon Homesite (Historic Ruins) — 20.7 mi, 355° N
Ozark Plateau National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 23.2 mi, 314° NW · 8,813 acres
Park Stage (Stadium) — 24.0 mi, 209° SW
Sequoyah's Cabin (Museum) — 24.6 mi, 274° W
Ouachita National Forest (National Forest) — 30.0 mi, 143° SE · 1.8M acres
Ada Post Office Site (Registered Battlefield) — 34.5 mi, 351° N
Morton Homesite (Registered Battlefield) — 34.7 mi, 350° N
WPA Amphitheater (Theatre) — 38.8 mi, 124° SE

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