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Arkadelphia Arkansas Map

Explore Arkadelphia, 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 Arkadelphia, Arkansas

How to Use This Arkadelphia, Arkansas Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Arkadelphia, 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 Arkadelphia.

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	Arkadelphia
State	Arkansas (AR)
County	Clark County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	34.12738
Longitude	-93.070851
Population	10,380
Density	531.2 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	71923, 71998, 71999
Area Code	870
County Seat	Arkadelphia
School District	Arkadelphia School District

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About Arkadelphia, Arkansas

Arkadelphia is a locality in Clark County, Arkansas, United States. It has a population of 10,380. The population density is 531.2 people per km². Arkadelphia is located at 34.1274°N, 93.0709°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Arkadelphia is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 71923, 71998, 71999.

Arkadelphia occupies a landscape defined by the persistent, steady presence of the Ouachita River as it carves a path through the timbered terrain. It lies 21.6 miles southwest of Malvern, AR (from Malvern, AR: bearing 220°T), and is situated 26.4 miles south of Hot Springs. The moisture in the air often feels heavy and sweet, carrying the scent of pine and damp earth from the woodlands that border the town. To the west, the distant silhouette of the DeLisle Hills creates a jagged edge against the twilight sky, while the Ozark Plateau rises in the north to anchor the regional horizon. Within the immediate vicinity, the quiet waters of Nowlin Pond offer a reflective stillness that contrasts with the rhythmic movement of the river. Residents often walk the grounds of Sturgis Field, where the open space allows for a clear view of how the light shifts across the grass as the day wanes.

Arkadelphia grew from the necessity of trade and river navigation, evolving into a center where the timber industry and education became the primary engines of local life. The red clay soil once supported small-scale agriculture, but the economy eventually shifted to rely on the processing of forest products and the stability provided by its two universities. This dual focus on higher education and regional commerce creates a unique demographic blend, balancing the energy of students with the long-standing interests of families who have worked the land for generations. The legacy of the nineteenth-century river trade still lingers in the town's layout, which favors a grid oriented toward the water's edge. Industrial activity remains grounded in the physical resources of the surrounding woods, ensuring that the local economy stays tethered to the natural landscape.

Cultural life in Arkadelphia moves with a deliberate pace, colored by the seasonal bloom of dogwoods and the academic cycles of its colleges. The community gathers for local sports and public festivals at Sturgis Field, fostering a social environment that values tradition and neighborly familiarity. Notable figures with roots here include the actor Billy Bob Thornton, whose early experiences in the region contributed to a distinct perspective that he later carried into his professional work. Landmarks throughout the streets reflect a modest, functional architecture that prioritizes durability against the humid summers and mild winters. Every autumn, the air cools and the pace of life seems to sharpen, marking a transition that the people here recognize as the true beginning of the year. The character of the place is not defined by grand gestures, but by the quiet consistency of its people and their connection to the land.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Feaster Park (Local Recreation) — 0.1 mi, 297° NW
Arkadelphia Aquatic Park (Local Park) — 0.3 mi, 272° W
Centurium (Monument) — 0.6 mi, 098° E
Holly Grove (Monument) — 0.7 mi, 099° E
Arkadelphia Central Park (Local Park) — 0.8 mi, 083° E
Vining Arena (Stadium) — 1.0 mi, 084° E
Arkadelphia Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 1.1 mi, 120° SE
World War II Memorial (Monument) — 1.1 mi, 096° E
Rosemary Adams Art Gallery (Gallery) — 1.1 mi, 101° E
DeGray Reservoir (Recreation Area) — 3.1 mi, 338° N
De Gray State Park (State Park) — 4.4 mi, 001° N
Terre Noire Fee (Conservation Area) — 5.3 mi, 247° SW
DeGray Lake (Recreation Area) — 6.4 mi, 343° N
Terre Noire Natural Area (State Conservation Area) — 6.5 mi, 244° SW
Gurdon Light (Attraction) — 13.6 mi, 207° SW
Hoo-Hoo International Office & Hoo-Hoo Museum (Museum) — 15.1 mi, 198° S
Chez Fur Fiber Farm (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 21.2 mi, 048° NE
Lake Catherine State Park (State Park) — 21.2 mi, 020° N
Perry Wildflower Overlook (Viewpoint) — 21.2 mi, 002° N
Evans Children's Adventure Garden (Attraction) — 21.4 mi, 003° N
Ouachita National Forest (National Forest) — 25.2 mi, 002° N · 1.8M acres
Hot Springs National Park (National Park) — 25.7 mi, 358° N · 4,919 acres
Justus Fine Art Gallery (Gallery) — 26.4 mi, 002° N
McCollum-Chidester House Museum (Museum) — 39.7 mi, 161° S
Wegner Crystal Mines (Museum) — 42.1 mi, 310° NW
Ouachita National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 47.1 mi, 324° NW · 145k acres
Stop Pollution, Preserve Drain to Creek Ecosystem (Public Artwork) — 56.2 mi, 038° NE
The Loony Bin Comedy Club (Theatre) — 58.8 mi, 041° NE
M2Gallery (Gallery) — 59.8 mi, 039° NE
Torii Hunter Baseball Complex (Stadium) — 60.9 mi, 081° E

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