Bourbon County, Kansas
Bourbon County sits in the southeast corner of Kansas, right along the Missouri border. It has about 14,000 residents and a name that might make you thirsty.
Fort Scott, the largest town, is home to a genuine frontier fort that is now a National Historic Site. If you’re interested in Civil War history, this area offers plenty to explore.
The Good Ol’ Days Festival turns downtown Fort Scott into one big celebration. Gunn Park is a local favorite for fishing and disc golf. And if you’re passing through on U.S. Route 69, you might even catch a whiff of that sweet bourbon aroma from the local distillery.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Bourbon County |
| County Seat | Fort Scott |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Fort Scott, Uniontown, Marmaton, and several smaller communities |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 69, U.S. Highway 54, Kansas Highway 39 |
| FIPS Code | 20-011 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 1,262 square miles (land: 1,258 sq mi, water: 4 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Linn County (North), Vernon County, Missouri (East), Crawford County (South), Neosho County (Southwest), Allen County (West), Anderson County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
| State | Kansas |
| Coordinates | 37.83°N, 94.70°W |
| Etymology | Named after the Bourbon County in Kentucky, reflecting the influence of early settlers from that region |
| Major Landmarks | Fort Scott National Historic Site, Lake Fort Scott, and the Bourbon County Courthouse |
| Population | 14,000 |
