Explore Tontitown, Arkansas, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Tontitown |
| State | Arkansas (AR) |
| County | Washington County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| Latitude | 36.167388 |
| Longitude | -94.242128 |
| Population | 4,301 |
| Density | 92.7 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Codes | 72762, 72770 |
| Area Code | 479 |
| County Seat | Fayetteville |
| School District | Springdale School District |
Tontitown occupies a landscape defined by the quiet persistence of the Ozark plateau where the earth shifts in subtle, rhythmic inclines. It lies 5.9 miles west of Springdale, AR (from Springdale, AR: bearing 264°T), and is situated 9.0 miles north-northwest of Fayetteville. The horizon toward the distance reveals the faint, hazy silhouette of Pleasant Ridge, acting as a silent sentinel over the expansive fields. Sunlight lingers over the nearby water of Lake Elmdale, casting a long, amber glow that settles into the cooling soil each evening. Residents often walk the grounds of Harry Sbanotto Park, where the air holds the scent of damp earth and coming rain. The nearby flow of Wildcat Creek carves a narrow, steady path through the terrain, providing a constant, soft murmur that underscores the stillness of the afternoon.
Tontitown carries a legacy rooted in the arrival of Italian immigrants who sought to transform this rugged soil into productive vineyards and orchards. These early families established a foundation of viticulture and agriculture that remains a quiet pulse beneath the modern pace of the local economy. While the reach of industry has expanded into manufacturing and commerce, the memory of those first grape harvests still colors the regional identity. The labor of those pioneers turned the stubborn dirt into a legacy of craftsmanship, creating a community that values the tangible results of a day’s work. Economic life here balances between these enduring agricultural roots and the growing needs of a region that continues to draw new residents to its quiet, accessible landscape.
Tontitown maintains a distinct cultural character that finds its most vibrant expression in the annual celebration of its heritage, where the scent of traditional cuisine fills the air. This spirit of gathering defines the social rhythm, reminding all who visit of the importance placed on shared history and communal connection. While the pace of daily life is measured and deliberate, the presence of Harry Sbanotto Park provides a communal space for reflection and local assembly. Visitors seeking a more rugged experience often head toward the Weddington Hiking Trail, finding a path that winds through the deeper, quieter woods of the region. Though the area remains modest in its public profile, it retains an authentic clarity that persists regardless of the changing world beyond its borders.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Tontitown, Arkansas. Coordinates: 36.167388, -94.242128. 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 Tontitown includes the ZIP code (72762, 72770), telephone area code (479), county seat of Washington County (Fayetteville), and school district assignment (Springdale 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. |