Lee County Map, Kentucky
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Lee County, Kentucky
Lee County is nestled in the heart of eastern Kentucky. Basically, it’s where the hills start to look more like mountains. Daniel Boone National Forest covers the western half.
Beattyville is the county seat, located in the center of the county. Kentucky Route 52 and Route 11 both run through Beattyville.
The county’s big draw is the Red River Gorge. It’s just to the north of the county boundary. Rock climbers come from all over to scale its cliffs. The county’s population is around 7,000, making it one of the smaller counties in the state.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Lee County |
| County Seat | Beattyville |
| Population | Approximately 7,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Beattyville, St. Helens, Cressmont, Heidelberg |
| Interstates and Highways | KY-11, KY-52, KY-498 |
| FIPS Code | 21-129 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 211 sq mi (Land: 210 sq mi; Water: 1 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Powell County (North), Wolfe County (Northeast), Breathitt County (Southeast), Owsley County (South), Jackson County (Southwest), Estill County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
| State | Kentucky |
| Coordinates | 37.5779° N, 83.7098° W |
| Etymology | Named after Robert E. Lee, the Confederate General |
| Major Landmarks | Red River Gorge Geological Area, Natural Bridge State Resort Park, Three Forks Historical Center |
| Website | Lee County Website |
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