Boone County

Boone County is an administrative division in north-central Arkansas situated in the Ozark Mountains region, covering approximately 602 square miles. Two significant lakes, Bull Shoals Lake and Table Rock Lake, border the county and shape its landscape.

The county was established on April 9, 1869, when territory from Carroll County and Marion County was incorporated, with Harrison designated as its seat. This founding created a new administrative unit serving the north-central region.

The county's name comes from the word 'boon,' reflecting settlers' hopes for the region's future rather than honoring the frontiersman Daniel Boone. This origin shapes how locals talk about their home and its heritage.

The county includes several towns and communities such as Harrison, Alpena, Bellefonte, Bergman, and Diamond City, each providing different local services. Law enforcement coverage extends across all these settlements through the county sheriff's office.

A second courthouse was built in 1908 following a fire that destroyed the original, featuring modern conveniences like steam heating and running water. These innovations were quite advanced for a rural county at that time.

Location: Arkansas

Inception: April 9, 1869

Capital city: Harrison

Shares border with: Taney County, Newton County, Marion County, Searcy County, Carroll County

Website: http://boonecountyar.com

GPS coordinates: 36.30611,-93.09389

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:05