Morgan County, Kentucky
Morgan County is located in eastern Kentucky, where the hills start to look more like mountains. West Liberty serves as the county seat and has rebuilt itself after a devastating tornado a few years ago. Talk about resilience.
The county has some great spots for hiking and camping. Morgan County is also close to Cave Run Lake, a nearby favorite for boating and picnicking.
Kentucky Route 7 and U.S. Route 460 run through the county. The area has ties to the early pioneer days and a strong sense of Appalachian heritage.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Morgan County |
| County Seat | West Liberty |
| Etymology | Named after Daniel Morgan, a general in the American Revolutionary War |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | West Liberty, Cannel City, Mima, Malone, Caney |
| Interstates and Highways | US-460, KY-7, KY-172 |
| FIPS Code | 21-175 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 384 sq mi (Land: 381 sq mi; Water: 3 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Rowan County (Northwest), Elliott County (North), Lawrence County (Northeast), Johnson County (East), Magoffin County (Southeast), Wolfe County (Southwest), Menifee County (West) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
| Population | Approximately 13,500 |
| State | Kentucky |
| Coordinates | 37.9331° N, 83.2643° W |
| Major Landmarks | Cave Run Lake, Old Mill Park, Morgan County War Memorial |
