Rockcastle County Map, Kentucky
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Rockcastle County, Kentucky
Located in southeastern Kentucky, Rockcastle County is surrounded by the Appalachian Mountains and the rolling hills of the Bluegrass.
Mount Vernon is the county seat. The entire population is about 16,000. The county is named after the Rockcastle River, a scenic waterway with fishing, kayaking, and more.
Interstate 75 runs through the county. And if you’re into bluegrass, check out some of the festivals here. Just don’t expect any electric guitars. Remember, in Rockcastle, “rock” refers to the geology, not the music. Or does it?
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Rockcastle County |
| County Seat | Mount Vernon |
| Population | Approximately 16,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Mount Vernon, Brodhead, Livingston, Renfro Valley, Wildie |
| Interstates and Highways | I-75, US-25, KY-150 |
| FIPS Code | 21-203 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 318 sq mi (Land: 317 sq mi; Water: 1 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Garrard County (Northwest), Madison County (North), Lincoln County (West), Jackson County (East), Pulaski County (Southwest), Laurel County (Southeast) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
| State | Kentucky |
| Coordinates | 37.3580° N, 84.3137° W |
| Etymology | Named after Rockcastle River, which flows through the county |
| Major Landmarks | Renfro Valley Entertainment Center, Lake Linville, Rockcastle River Narrows |
| Website | Rockcastle County Website |
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