Breckinridge County, Kentucky
Breckinridge County is located in north-central Kentucky along the Ohio River. Hardinsburg, the county seat, is situated near the center of the county.
Rough River Dam State Resort Park is a popular destination for boating, fishing, and enjoying the outdoors. The Yellowbank Wildlife Management Area also offers excellent opportunities for hunting and bird watching.
The county is named after John Breckinridge, a Kentucky statesman. Breckinridge County is known for its beautiful farmland and Amish communities, with about 20,000 people calling the area home.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Breckinridge County |
| County Seat | Hardinsburg |
| Population | Approximately 20,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Hardinsburg, Cloverport, Irvington, McDaniels, Custer |
| Interstates and Highways | US-60, KY-79, KY-259 |
| FIPS Code | 21-027 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 586 sq mi (Land: 567 sq mi; Water: 19 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Perry County, Indiana (Northwest), Meade County (Northeast), Hardin County (East), Grayson County (South), Ohio County (Southwest), Hancock County (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Kentucky |
| Coordinates | 37.7742° N, 86.4401° W |
| Etymology | Named after John Breckinridge, a U.S. Senator and Attorney General |
| Major Landmarks | Rough River Dam State Resort Park, Yellowbank Wildlife Management Area, Breckinridge County Historical Society Museum |
