2011 Map of Shirley

About this map

The Middle Fork Little Red River carves a winding path through this portion of Van Buren County, serving as the central geographic feature for several small communities. The town of Shirley sits along its banks, characterized by a concentrated grid of streets including 2nd D and 4th St. This area is rich with family-named topography and historic burial sites, reflecting a long-established rural settlement pattern. Significant genealogical markers are found at Settlement Cemetery, Collins Cemetery, and Rushing Cemetery, which serves the small northern hamlet of Rushing. The landscape is defined by prominent ridges and named peaks such as John Henry Mountain, Payne Mountain, and Lute Mountain. Numerous hollows like Bat Cave Hollow and Mule Hollow drain into a complex network of creeks, including Tick Creek and Greenbrier Creek, illustrating the intricate drainage system that has historically shaped local travel and agriculture.