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Texarkana Texas Map

Explore Texarkana, Texas, 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 Texarkana, Texas

How to Use This Texarkana, Texas Map

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

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	Texarkana
State	Texas (TX)
County	Bowie County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	33.451136
Longitude	-94.090087
Population	36,193
Density	445.4 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	75501, 75503, 75504, 75505, 75507
Area Code	972
County Seat	Boston
School District	Texarkana Independent School District

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About Texarkana, Texas

Texarkana is a locality in Bowie County, Texas, United States. It has a population of 36,193. The population density is 445.4 people per km². Texarkana is located at 33.4511°N, 94.0901°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Texarkana is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 75501, 75503, 75504.

Texarkana emerges from the landscape as a convergence point where the quiet persistence of the earth meets the deliberate lines drawn by human ambition. It lies 56.3 miles east-northeast of Mount Pleasant, TX (from Mount Pleasant, TX: bearing 71°T), and is situated 3.4 miles east of Wake Village. Swampoodle Creek marks the low-lying rhythms of the local terrain, carving a soft, winding path that dictates the flow of the neighborhood drainage and defines the damp, earthen scent that rises after a spring rain. The horizon remains relatively level, though the distant silhouette of Gum Ridge provides a subtle, jagged interruption to the otherwise expansive sky. Residents often find a reprieve from the heat at Country Club Lake, where the water mirrors the shifting amber hues of the sun as it descends behind the treeline. Even in the height of summer, the local atmosphere maintains a grounded quality, anchored by the presence of Kidtopia, which serves as a communal point of rest amidst the surrounding woodland.

Railroad expansion proved the primary catalyst for the development of Texarkana, transforming a quiet intersection of wilderness into a bustling node of regional transit. Founders envisioned a future built upon the iron tracks that sliced through the pines, creating a logistical junction that drew workers and merchants from neighboring territories. The early years were defined by the steady, rhythmic clatter of locomotives, a sound that became the heartbeat of the growing settlement. This history of movement and connection remains etched into the town’s identity, reflecting a legacy of resilience where the dust of the frontier settled into the organized grid of a permanent municipality. The architecture of the older districts still bears witness to these formative decades, standing as a silent record of the ambition that once pushed the boundaries of the local frontier.

Industry in Texarkana relies upon a diverse foundation, ranging from manufacturing and timber processing to the essential logistical support provided by its enduring rail infrastructure. The professional landscape is supported by institutions such as Texarkana College and Texas A&M University-Texarkana, which cultivate a steady stream of skilled labor and academic rigor. These schools serve as vital engines for the local economy, fostering a culture of continuous learning that stabilizes the workforce against broader market fluctuations. Infrastructure projects, including the careful maintenance of regional roadways and public utilities, ensure that the day-to-day operations of local businesses remain fluid and efficient. This focus on practical growth allows the economy to remain steady, prioritizing sustainable development over the volatility of speculative booms.

Culture in Texarkana thrives on a blend of regional traditions and a collective appreciation for the arts, often expressed through annual festivals that draw neighbors into the public square to celebrate the turn of the seasons. High school football occupies a central place in the social calendar, functioning as a weekly ritual that binds the community together beneath the bright glare of stadium lights. Landmarks like the historic federal building, which famously straddles the state line, provide a tangible connection to the unique jurisdictional character of the place. While the town has seen its share of notable individuals pass through its gates, including the legendary musician Scott Joplin, the spirit of the people remains rooted in the everyday interactions that define life in this corner of the world. The pace here is deliberate, favoring long conversations and the simple pleasure of watching the light filter through the trees as the evening cools.

Nearby Outdoor Places

World War II Monument (Monument) — 0.9 mi, 133° SE
Spring Lake Park (Local Park) — 1.8 mi, 069° E
Unknown Park (Local Park) — 1.9 mi, 210° SW
Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery (Monument) — 2.6 mi, 122° SE
Central Christian Church (Monument) — 3.0 mi, 119° SE
Crossties (Public Artwork) — 3.5 mi, 125° SE
Wright Patman Recreation Area (Recreation Area) — 7.5 mi, 210° SW
Wright Patman Lake (Recreation Area) — 8.4 mi, 215° SW
Sulphur River (State Conservation Area) — 12.7 mi, 168° S
Millwood State Park (State Park) — 16.6 mi, 020° N
Performing Arts Center (PAC) (Arts Centre) — 17.6 mi, 137° SE
3 Bostons Museum (Museum) — 18.9 mi, 272° W
Pond Creek National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 23.3 mi, 353° N · 55k acres
Foreman Memorial Stadium (Stadium) — 24.9 mi, 315° NW
Elk Meadow Game Ranch (Attraction) — 28.7 mi, 263° W
Texas-Arkansas-Louisiana tri-state marker (Attraction) — 30.0 mi, 175° S
Ouachita National Forest (National Forest) — 30.8 mi, 308° NW · 1.8M acres
Little River National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 42.3 mi, 325° NW · 28k acres
Jackson's Lookout (Viewpoint) — 46.6 mi, 229° SW
Jefferson Playhouse (Theatre) — 50.2 mi, 197° S
Texas History Museum (Museum) — 50.3 mi, 197° S
Museum of the Red River (Museum) — 51.4 mi, 305° NW
Hay Ride (Attraction) — 54.0 mi, 163° S
Old Jail Museum (Museum) — 56.5 mi, 282° W
North East Texas Rural Heritage Museum, Farmsted (Museum) — 59.6 mi, 238° SW
Jet Boat Joe's (Attraction) — 62.4 mi, 322° NW
Kisatchie National Forest (National Forest) — 66.6 mi, 135° SE · 607k acres
Krewe of Gemini (Arts Centre) — 67.3 mi, 161° S

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