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Johnson
County, is located in a naturally
beautiful area of the state of Arkansas
and holds many opportunities. With the
Ozark Mountains, Arkansas River, the
University of the Ozarks, Interstate 40,
and a diverse industrial and commercial
base, we are ahead of most communities
statewide.
Founded
in 1833 and named after Territorial Judge,
Benjamin Johnson, Johnson County covers an
area of 700 square miles. Clarksville was
named county seat in 1836. The County
boasts a number of lakes and streams
bordered by well-maintained parks, picnic
areas and campsites. The lakes are
excellent for fishing and water sports.
The Northern Half of the county is located
within the Ozark National Forest.
Activities such as canoeing and float
trips are available and there are several
scenic highways throughout the region.
 Tourism
is a large attraction to our area with
summers filled with festivals, fairs and
shows. In July we celebrate the Peach
Festival, the oldest outdoor festival in
the state of Arkansas. Be sure to see the
Events Calendar for dates for all
events.
Johnson
County currently has a population of
22,781. Clarksville alone has 7,719
residents and is growing rapidly.
Whether
you are floating down one of our many
streams on a spring afternoon or licking
peach juice off your chin at the Peach
Festival pie-eating contest, there is
always something in Johnson County to
refresh your senses and warm your soul. We
invite you to come stay awhile.....you may
want to stay!
Vicki Lyons
Executive Director
Clarksville-Johnson
County Chamber of
Commerce
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CLARKSVILLE -
JOHNSON COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE