Fulton County

Fulton County is an administrative division in north-central Arkansas that borders Missouri and consists of mountainous terrain. The landscape contains many spring-fed streams and waterways that flow through the region.

This county was established in 1842 from territory that belonged to Izard County and named after William S. Fulton, the final governor of Arkansas Territory. The naming honored a key figure in the early development of the region.

The area is shaped by traditional farming and ranching that visitors can see across the landscape. People here have built their lives around cattle raising and poultry operations that remain central to the community.

Salem serves as the county center and sits where US Highways 62-412 and State Highway 9 meet, providing easy access to different parts of the county. This location makes it convenient for visitors to explore the region from a central point.

Mammoth Spring, one of North America's largest natural springs, is located within the county and continuously produces enormous amounts of water. The spring shapes the local landscape and water ecology in a remarkable way.

Location: Arkansas

Inception: December 21, 1842

Capital city: Salem

Shares border with: Howell County, Izard County, Ozark County, Oregon County, Sharp County, Baxter County

Website: http://fulton.ark.org

GPS coordinates: 36.38861,-91.81444

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:41