2024 Map of Osage

About this map

Osage and Gobbler anchor this corner of the Ozark mountains, where the drainage of Osage Creek and Piney Creek dictates the movement of people and roads. The landscape is defined by its numerous family-named cemeteries and high points, including Mc Gehee Cem, Fancher Cem, and Sisco Cem, which provide a clear record of local lineage across the hills. The terrain is deeply dissected by hollows such as Pine Hollow, Sally Hollow, and Miller Hollow, creating a complex network of ridges that include Black Mtn, Dewees Mtn, and Coffman Mtn. This geography historically isolated these small settlements, preserving a traditional rural Arkansas layout. To the west, the community of Dryfork sits near the confluence of Tan Yard Branch and Dry Fork, illustrating how early pioneers utilized even the smallest water sources for homesteading and industry.