Owsley County, Kentucky
Owsley County is tucked away in eastern Kentucky, where the mountains hide some of the prettiest hollows in the state.
The county’s main attraction is its natural beauty, including a large portion of Daniel Boone National Forest. It’s a great place for hiking and camping in the surrounding forests.
Kentucky Routes 11 and 28 wind through the rugged Appalachian hills that define the landscape. Owsley County is a place where the mountains are a way of life.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Owsley County |
| County Seat | Booneville |
| Etymology | Named after William Owsley, a Governor of Kentucky |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Booneville, Lerose, Island City, Vincent, Pebworth |
| Interstates and Highways | KY-11, KY-30, KY-28 |
| FIPS Code | 21-189 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 198 sq mi (Land: 197 sq mi; Water: 1 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Lee County (North), Breathitt County (East), Perry County (Southeast), Clay County (South), Jackson County (West) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
| Population | Approximately 4,200 |
| State | Kentucky |
| Coordinates | 37.4284° N, 83.6876° W |
| Major Landmarks | Daniel Boone National Forest, Owsley County Courthouse, Sag Hollow Golf Club |
