2020 Map of Mountainburg

About this map

Frog Bayou carves a deep valley through the southern reaches of the Ozark National Forest in Crawford County, anchoring a landscape defined by sharp ridges and narrow hollows. The town of Mountainburg sits at the southern edge of this rugged corridor, while the small community of Chester and the settlement at Schaberg follow the valley floor northward. This modern survey illustrates the enduring relationship between the terrain and transportation, where the Boston Mountain Multi-Use Trail and historic corridors like Old 12 Crossroads wind around high points like Gaylor Mtn and Cartwright Mtn. Water management is prominent in the eastern section of the map, featuring both Lake Shepherd Springs and the northern tip of Lake Fort Smith. Local heritage is preserved in several family and community burial grounds, including Basham Memorial Cem and Hillcrest Cem, which remain as quiet landmarks amid the dense forest cover.