El Dorado Arkansas Map
Explore El Dorado, Arkansas, with this interactive street and satellite map.
Interactive Map of El Dorado, Arkansas
| City | El Dorado |
| State | Arkansas (AR) |
| County | Union County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| Latitude | 33.218982 |
| Longitude | -92.664071 |
| Population | 17,756 |
| Density | 423.2 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Codes | 71730, 71731 |
| Area Code | 870 |
| County Seat | El Dorado |
| School District | El Dorado School District |
About El Dorado, Arkansas
El Dorado is a locality in Union County, Arkansas, United States. It has a population of 17,756. The population density is 423.2 people per km². El Dorado is located at 33.2190°N, 92.6641°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. El Dorado is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 71730, 71731.El Dorado emerges from the dense, pine-shadowed landscape of southern Arkansas as a place where the light filters through tall timber in long, amber needles. It lies 27.8 miles south-southeast of Camden, AR (from Camden, AR: bearing 160°T), and is situated 11.4 miles south-southeast of Smackover. The surrounding terrain consists of quiet, pine-forested plains and gentle slopes that soften the edges of the horizon. To the north, the Pigeon Hills rise as a distant, hazy silhouette against the sky, marking the boundary of the local vista. Water moves with a deliberate, slow grace through the region, particularly where Bayou de Loutre carves its path through the earth just two miles from the center. Residents often seek the stillness of the outdoors at Mitchell Park, where the afternoon heat settles into the grass and the air holds the scent of damp soil and ancient needles.
El Dorado grew from the earth’s own hidden wealth, transforming from a modest settlement into a hub defined by the rhythm of the oil industry. The discovery of petroleum in the early twentieth century fundamentally altered the trajectory of the local economy, drawing workers and industry to the quiet woods. This legacy of extraction and production remains a cornerstone of the regional identity, shaping the way the streets are laid out and how the local commerce functions. Beyond the industrial sector, the land supports a steady pace of life that values the tangible results of labor and the continuity of generations. On the outskirts, the calm waters of Calion Lake provide a quiet mirror for the sky, serving as a reminder of the natural world that persists alongside the machinery of industry.
El Dorado maintains a distinct cultural character defined by a slow, thoughtful cadence and a deep appreciation for the arts. The restored architecture of the downtown square serves as a landmark of civic pride, anchoring the community in a space where the past remains visible in the brickwork and glass. Notable figures like the singer Glen Campbell once walked these streets, carrying with them the quiet influence of the regional atmosphere. During local festivals, the sidewalks fill with the sounds of conversation and the faint, persistent thrum of life that defines the area. Whether attending an event at a public venue or watching the dusk settle over the rooftops, the people of El Dorado exist in a state of quiet, sturdy resilience. The town remains a place where the individual finds room to breathe, framed by the woods and the slow, steady movement of the seasons.
Nearby Outdoor Places
- El Dorado Confederate Monument (Monument) — 0.5 mi, 177° S
- Mosby Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 092° E
- Lions Club Park (Local Park) — 1.4 mi, 031° NE
- Wayside Park (State Park) — 8.8 mi, 266° W
- Bayou D'loutre (State Conservation Area) — 16.1 mi, 152° SE
- Division Of State Lands (State Resource Management Area) — 18.1 mi, 214° SW
- Kisatchie National Forest (National Forest) — 18.7 mi, 200° S · 607k acres
- Moro Bay State Park (State Park) — 19.0 mi, 072° E
- Felsenthal National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 19.3 mi, 090° E · 147k acres
- Corney Bayou (State Conservation Area) — 19.4 mi, 213° SW
- Camden Confederate Monument (Monument) — 27.0 mi, 339° N
- McCollum-Chidester House Museum (Museum) — 27.3 mi, 338° N
- Upper Ouachita National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 32.3 mi, 122° SE · 109k acres
- Lincoln Parish Museum (Museum) — 47.3 mi, 178° S
- Sarah and A.L. Williams Champions Plaza (Public Artwork) — 47.4 mi, 179° S
- Gilbert Center (Arts Centre) — 47.6 mi, 178° S
- Howard Auditorium (Theatre) — 47.8 mi, 179° S
- Steam Engine (Monument) — 47.8 mi, 179° S
- University of Arkansas at Monticello Fine Arts Center (Theatre) — 55.5 mi, 062° NE
- Hoo-Hoo International Office & Hoo-Hoo Museum (Museum) — 55.9 mi, 330° NW
- Gurdon Light (Attraction) — 58.7 mi, 330° NW
- Mascur Museum (Museum) — 59.7 mi, 147° SE
- Arkadelphia Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 66.1 mi, 340° N
- Rosemary Adams Art Gallery (Gallery) — 66.4 mi, 341° N
- Vining Arena (Stadium) — 66.7 mi, 341° N
- Hay Ride (Attraction) — 75.9 mi, 242° SW
- Chez Fur Fiber Farm (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 77.4 mi, 354° N
- Mardi Gras Museum (Museum) — 77.7 mi, 232° SW
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About This El Dorado Map Page
This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of El Dorado, Arkansas. Coordinates: 33.218982, -92.664071. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for El Dorado includes the ZIP code (71730, 71731), telephone area code (870), county seat of Union County (El Dorado), and school district assignment (El Dorado School District).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |
