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

Latitude	36.261456
Longitude	-90.971233
Population	7,371
Density	376.9 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	72455
Area Code	501
County Seat	Pocahontas
School District	Pocahontas School District

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About Pocahontas, Arkansas

Pocahontas is a locality in Randolph County, Arkansas, United States. It has a population of approximately 7,371. The population density is 376.9 people per km². Pocahontas is located at 36.2615°N, 90.9712°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Pocahontas is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 72455.

Pocahontas displays the quiet resilience of a landscape shaped by the persistence of water and the slow shift of earthen ridges. It lies 29.9 miles west-northwest of Paragould, AR (from Paragould, AR: bearing 298°T), and is situated 13.4 miles north of Walnut Ridge. Marr Creek winds through the terrain, defining the movement of the earth and providing a steady pulse to the surrounding fields. The land stretches toward the horizon, where the distant silhouettes of Tyer Ridge rise like a serrated edge against the pale sky. Only a mile away, the stillness of Old River Slough offers a reflective surface that captures the shifting hues of the afternoon light. Black River Overlook Park serves as a grounding point for the residents, allowing them to observe the natural flow of the environment from a vantage that has remained constant through the seasons.

Pocahontas maintains a heritage rooted in the industrious spirit of those who first cleared the timber and tilled the fertile soil. The local economy has evolved from its early reliance on the bounty of the land into a diverse collection of manufacturing and agricultural enterprises that sustain the regional livelihood. Workers here engage with the rhythms of commerce that mirror the seasonal cycles of the surrounding plains, balancing modern production with the traditional demands of trade. History remains visible in the architecture of the older districts, where sturdy brick buildings speak to the permanence that early settlers sought to establish in this inland expanse. The community continues to refine its industrial identity, drawing strength from the same resources that drew the first pioneers to settle near the banks of the local waterways.

Pocahontas possesses a cultural character defined by a deliberate pace and a deep-seated connection to the land that surrounds it. Residents gather at community events that celebrate the shared history of the region, often finding common ground in the traditions passed down through generations. The local atmosphere is marked by a particular quality of light at dusk, when the shadows lengthen across the fields and the air cools with the scent of damp earth and pine. Among those who have emerged from this backdrop, the celebrated country music singer Conway Twitty stands as a notable figure whose artistic contributions resonate with the sensibilities of the region. Visitors and locals alike find a sense of place at the Black River Overlook Park, where the intersection of human activity and the natural world creates a quiet, enduring harmony.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Black River Overlook Park (Local Park) — 0.1 mi, 130° SE
Riverside Park (Local Park) — 0.5 mi, 184° S
Dave Donaldson Black River Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 5.2 mi, 102° E
Old Davidsonville State Park (State Park) — 8.4 mi, 213° SW
Robert Hankins/mud Creek Wildlife Demonstration Area (State Conservation Area) — 11.2 mi, 000° N
Iron Mountain Depot Restoration (Monument) — 13.4 mi, 177° S
Guitar Walk (Public Artwork) — 13.4 mi, 177° S
Farm Service Agency Interest Of Ar (National Wildlife Refuge) — 14.1 mi, 123° SE · 1,326 acres
Powhatan Bridge Pillars (Monument) — 14.8 mi, 213° SW
Lake Charles State Park (State Park) — 16.4 mi, 218° SW
Benjamin Crowley Monument (Monument) — 22.7 mi, 131° SE
Mark Twain National Forest (National Forest) — 23.2 mi, 003° N · 1.5M acres
Eleven Point, Missouri Wild and Scenic River (Wild & Scenic River) — 23.2 mi, 330° NW · 15k acres
Hardy History Museum (Museum) — 28.7 mi, 278° W
11 Point Overlook (Viewpoint) — 30.8 mi, 336° NW
Irish Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 31.1 mi, 344° N · 17k acres
John Sappington Marmaduke Memorial Sign (Attraction) — 33.1 mi, 099° E
Arkansas State University Museum (Museum) — 33.3 mi, 151° SE
Ozark National Scenic Riverways (Wild & Scenic River) — 38.2 mi, 003° N · 53k acres
Pfeiffer Museum (Museum) — 43.8 mi, 078° E
Hemingway-Pfieffer Museum (Museum) — 43.8 mi, 078° E
Cache River National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 45.1 mi, 189° S · 148k acres
Big Spring (Attraction) — 47.8 mi, 359° N
Arkansas Lime Co. No. 2 (Attraction) — 50.9 mi, 227° SW
Jones outdoor Amphitheatre (Theatre) — 51.0 mi, 092° E
Shady Grove Church (Historic Ruins) — 57.5 mi, 120° SE
Malden Army Airfield Museum (Museum) — 59.3 mi, 067° NE
Johnny Cash Boyhood Home (Attraction) — 61.3 mi, 138° SE
Pentecostal Church (Historic Ruins) — 62.3 mi, 140° SE

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