Monroe County

Monroe County is an administrative county in Arkansas Delta, covering 621 square miles at the confluence of the White River and Cache River. The landscape consists mainly of farmland and small towns where the rivers shape the terrain and community life.

The county was established on November 2, 1829, when territories from Arkansas and Phillips County were merged together. This early founding made it one of the established administrative divisions in the region during the state's expansion period.

The area carries forward agricultural traditions and riverfront settlement patterns that shaped early communities. Visitors can see this heritage reflected in older buildings and street layouts throughout the small towns.

The area is easily reached by car, and small towns offer basic services and accommodations for visitors. Spring and fall are the best times to visit, when the weather is pleasant and agricultural activities cause fewer disruptions.

One distinctive feature is Donald Branch Fishin' Hole Park, a recreation area that was recently modernized and provides fishing spots and green space for the community. The park shows local efforts to keep recreational opportunities alive in a rural region.

Location: Arkansas

Inception: November 2, 1829

Capital city: Clarendon

Shares border with: Woodruff County, St. Francis County, Lee County, Phillips County, Arkansas County, Prairie County

GPS coordinates: 34.71333,-91.22222

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:54