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Paragould Arkansas Map

Explore Paragould, 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 Paragould, Arkansas

How to Use This Paragould, Arkansas Map

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

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

Latitude	36.05229
Longitude	-90.51047
Population	29,537
Density	358.0 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	72450, 72451
Area Code	501
County Seat	Paragould
School District	Paragould School District

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About Paragould, Arkansas

Paragould is a locality in Greene County, Arkansas, United States. It has a population of 29,537. The population density is 358.0 people per km². Paragould is located at 36.0523°N, 90.5105°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Paragould is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 72450, 72451.

Paragould emerges from the flat, fertile expanse of the northeastern plains, where the horizon stretches wide and unencumbered under a vast, shifting sky. It lies 18.9 miles northeast of Jonesboro, AR (from Jonesboro, AR: bearing 38°T), and is situated 11.9 miles north-northeast of Brookland. Moisture clings to the air near Eightmile Creek, a quiet waterway that winds through the lowlands with a steady, deliberate grace. To the west, the elevated silhouette of Crowleys Ridge rises as a distinct geological spine, breaking the monotony of the surrounding agricultural fields. Residents often find respite in the green spaces of Centennial Park, where the afternoon shadows grow long and cool against the grass. Even the sunlight seems to take on a golden, heavy quality here, warming the soil that defines the character of the entire region.

Paragould owes its name to a clever synthesis of two railroad pioneers, an origin that speaks to the iron pulse of its early development. The local economy grew sturdy on the back of timber and agricultural bounty, establishing a legacy of industry that persists in the modern manufacturing facilities scattered throughout the area. Trains still serve as a visual shorthand for the town’s industrious spirit, moving goods across the flat landscape with a rhythmic, metallic clatter. The transition from a small junction to a regional hub was fueled by the tireless work of those who recognized the potential in this productive earth. Today, the commercial corridors reflect a pragmatism born of generations who learned to cultivate prosperity from the ground up.

Paragould maintains a steady, deliberate pace, anchored by a sense of community that values tradition and quiet neighborly connection. The downtown district preserves a collection of brick facades that catch the amber light of dusk, offering a glimpse into the architectural heritage of the region. Visitors and residents alike enjoy the serene waters of Reynolds Park Lake, a local focal point for leisure that reflects the wide, open sky above. While the pace is measured, the region has produced notable figures like the celebrated author John Grisham, whose early life in the area left an indelible mark on his perspective. Annual festivals bring a vibrant energy to the streets, drawing people together to celebrate the harvest and the enduring spirit of their shared home.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Rotary Park (Local Recreation) — 0.4 mi, 306° NW
Bland Park (Local Recreation) — 0.8 mi, 233° SW
Paragould War Memorial (Monument) — 1.2 mi, 078° E
Harmon Park (Local Park) — 1.5 mi, 052° NE
Reynolds Park (Local Park) — 1.5 mi, 327° NW
William Brewer/scatter Creek (State Conservation Area) — 6.5 mi, 322° NW
Saint Francis Sunken Lands (State Conservation Area) — 8.0 mi, 120° SE
Crowley's Ridge State Park (State Park) — 8.1 mi, 265° W
Benjamin Crowley Monument (Monument) — 8.6 mi, 267° W
Veterans Appreciation Stone Slab (Monument) — 11.6 mi, 036° NE
John Sappington Marmaduke Memorial Sign (Attraction) — 11.6 mi, 037° NE
Lake Frierson State Park (State Park) — 12.0 mi, 248° W
Farm Service Agency Interest Of Ar (National Wildlife Refuge) — 14.9 mi, 295° NW · 1,326 acres
Arkansas State University Museum (Museum) — 17.4 mi, 213° SW
Doughboy Statue (Public Artwork) — 18.4 mi, 216° SW
Big Lake National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 21.4 mi, 104° E · 22k acres
Big Lake National Wildlife Refuge.Wilderness Area (Wilderness Area) — 22.1 mi, 106° E · 2,280 acres
Shady Grove Church (Historic Ruins) — 28.0 mi, 120° SE
Jones outdoor Amphitheatre (Theatre) — 28.0 mi, 064° NE
Hemingway-Pfieffer Museum (Museum) — 28.8 mi, 037° NE
Pfeiffer Museum (Museum) — 28.8 mi, 037° NE
Johnny Cash Boyhood Home (Attraction) — 34.8 mi, 155° SE
Dyess Colony Museum (Museum) — 36.0 mi, 152° SE
Pentecostal Church (Historic Ruins) — 36.3 mi, 157° SE
Mark Twain National Forest (National Forest) — 43.6 mi, 340° N · 1.5M acres
Malden Army Airfield Museum (Museum) — 47.7 mi, 037° NE
11 Point Overlook (Viewpoint) — 57.1 mi, 319° NW
Caboose (Attraction) — 59.7 mi, 031° NE
Arkansas Flag Plaza (Attraction) — 62.2 mi, 191° S
Lake Isom National Wildlife Refuge (Nature Reserve) — 63.2 mi, 074° E

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