Van Buren Arkansas Map
Explore Van Buren, Arkansas, with this interactive street and satellite map.
Interactive Map of Van Buren, Arkansas
| City | Van Buren |
| State | Arkansas (AR) |
| County | Crawford County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| Latitude | 35.451176 |
| Longitude | -94.354003 |
| Population | 23,218 |
| Density | 581.7 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Codes | 72956, 72957 |
| Area Code | 479 |
| County Seat | Van Buren |
| School District | Van Buren School District |
About Van Buren, Arkansas
Van Buren is a locality in Crawford County, Arkansas, United States. It has a population of 23,218. The population density is 581.7 people per km². Van Buren is located at 35.4512°N, 94.3540°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Van Buren is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 72956, 72957.Van Buren possesses a landscape defined by the quiet persistence of the Arkansas River, which flows just a mile from its center. It lies 4.5 miles northeast of Fort Smith, AR (from Fort Smith, AR: bearing 39°T), and is situated 7.7 miles west-southwest of Alma. The terrain surrounding Van Buren unfolds in a series of gentle elevations, rising toward the distant silhouette of Wildcat Mountain five miles to the north. Freedom Park offers an immediate space for reflection where the earth retains a soft, deep color under the afternoon sun. Beyond the immediate reach of the streets, Lee Creek Reservoir provides a still contrast to the movement of the nearby waterway. The air here carries the scent of damp soil and hardwood, grounding the observer in a region defined by the slow transition of the seasons.
Van Buren grew from the necessity of trade and transit, serving as a vital connection point during the westward movement of the nineteenth century. Early commerce focused heavily on the river trade, which brought steamships and goods into the heart of the region. Today, the economy leans into a diverse mix of manufacturing and logistics that sustains the local workforce. Many residents find employment in industries that utilize the proximity to established transport routes, maintaining a steady pace of productivity. The legacy of these early mercantile days remains visible in the architecture of the downtown corridor, where brick facades reflect a period of deliberate, sturdy construction.
Cultural life in Van Buren finds its expression in the preservation of the past and the simple, unadorned traditions of daily existence. The historic district serves as a primary landmark, drawing visitors who appreciate the authenticity of a place that has not sought to reinvent itself. Each year, local events bring neighbors together in a rhythm that feels entirely native to the soil, emphasizing communal bonds over spectacle. Among those who have shaped the public consciousness, the actor Levon Helm is remembered for his profound influence on American music, carrying the spirit of the region into the wider world. Van Buren maintains a character that values the quietude of its surroundings, offering a perspective that is both enduring and measured.
Nearby Outdoor Places
- Van Guren Municipal Park (Local Park) — 0.5 mi, 098° E
- Lake Louemma Park (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 351° N
- Veterans Memorial (Monument) — 1.0 mi, 172° S
- Crawford County Art Center (Arts Centre) — 1.1 mi, 154° SE
- Arts on Main (Gallery) — 1.1 mi, 183° S
- Lee Creek Park (Local Recreation) — 1.1 mi, 222° SW
- J.P. Hammerschmidt Recreation Area (Recreation Area) — 1.2 mi, 204° SW
- Van Buren Confederate Monument (Monument) — 1.2 mi, 185° S
- Spirit of the American Doughboy (Monument) — 2.3 mi, 212° SW
- Mr. Chad and Betty Ann Colley Wilderness Park (Local Conservation Area) — 2.6 mi, 291° W
- NUMA Bronze Statue (Public Artwork) — 4.9 mi, 192° S
- Barracks-Courthouse-Jail (Attraction) — 6.1 mi, 224° SW
- Cistern (Attraction) — 6.1 mi, 225° SW
- Visitor Center (Attraction) — 6.1 mi, 224° SW
- Initial Point Marker (Attraction) — 6.2 mi, 225° SW
- Robert S. Kerr Lake (Recreation Area) — 6.3 mi, 226° SW
- Springhill Park (Local Recreation) — 7.4 mi, 159° S
- Ozark National Forest (National Forest) — 9.3 mi, 004° N · 1.1M acres
- Spiro Mounds (Historic Ruins) — 15.4 mi, 231° SW
- Sequoyah's Cabin (Museum) — 17.3 mi, 285° W
- Park Stage (Stadium) — 18.6 mi, 191° S
- Ozark Plateau National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 20.9 mi, 335° NW · 8,813 acres
- Mulberry River, Arkansas Wild and Scenic River (Wild & Scenic River) — 21.5 mi, 064° NE · 5,579 acres
- Vista Point Overlook (Viewpoint) — 21.9 mi, 016° N
- CCC Fireplace (Historic Ruins) — 23.3 mi, 014° N
- Ouachita National Forest (National Forest) — 30.9 mi, 172° S · 1.8M acres
- Poteau Mountain Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 31.0 mi, 172° S · 11k acres
- Morton Homesite (Registered Battlefield) — 37.0 mi, 003° N
- Ada Post Office Site (Registered Battlefield) — 37.1 mi, 004° N
- Ragsdale Arena (Stadium) — 40.6 mi, 158° S
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About This Van Buren Map Page
This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Van Buren, Arkansas. Coordinates: 35.451176, -94.354003. 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 Van Buren includes the ZIP code (72956, 72957), telephone area code (479), county seat of Crawford County (Van Buren), and school district assignment (Van Buren 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. |
