Wayne County Map, Kentucky
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Wayne County, Kentucky
Located in southern Kentucky, you can find Wayne County along the Tennessee border. Both natural beauty and outdoor adventure are central to life here.
Monticello is the county seat, which is a friendly town. This town is known as the “Houseboat Capital of the World” due to its proximity to Lake Cumberland.
The county is crisscrossed by U.S. Route 90 and KY-92. This makes it easy to access both the lake and the nearby Daniel Boone National Forest. Wayne County’s lakes and trails is perfect for those seeking a peaceful escape.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Wayne County |
| County Seat | Monticello |
| Population | Approximately 21,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Monticello, Mill Springs, Frazer, Zula, Kidder |
| Interstates and Highways | KY-90, KY-92, KY-1275 |
| FIPS Code | 21-231 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 484 sq mi (Land: 459 sq mi; Water: 25 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Russell County (Northwest), Pulaski County (Northeast), McCreary County (East), Scott County, Tennessee (Southeast), Pickett County, Tennessee (South), Clinton County (West) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
| State | Kentucky |
| Coordinates | 36.8300° N, 84.8533° W |
| Etymology | Named after General Anthony Wayne, a hero of the American Revolutionary War |
| Major Landmarks | Lake Cumberland, Mill Springs Park, Wayne County Historical Society Museum |
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