Crăcăoani is a commune located in Neamț County within the Western Moldavia region of Romania. It is composed of five distinct villages: Cracăul Negru, Crăcăoani, Magazia, Mitocu Bălan, and Poiana Crăcăoani.
The geographical boundaries of the commune are defined by neighboring settlements, with Ghindăoani situated to the east and Bălțătești to the north. The name of the commune is derived from the Cracău River, which flows through the village.