Map of Caldwell County, Kentucky, USA

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Map of Caldwell County - Caldwell County is a county located in the U.S. state of Kentucky. Caldwell County Map showing cities, highways, important places and water bodies. Get Where is Caldwell County located in the map, major cities in Caldwell county, population, areas, and places of interest.

Map of Caldwell County, Kentucky

Map of Caldwell County, Kentucky

About Caldwell County Map, Kentucky: The map showing the county boundary, county seat, major cities, highways, water bodies and neighbouring counties.

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Map of Caldwell County, Kentucky

Caldwell County is a county located in the U.S. state of Kentucky. It's county seat is Princeton. As per 2020 census, the population of Caldwell County is 12624 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 347 sq mi (899 km2). Caldwell County was established on 1809.

Caldwell County Facts

ContinentNorth America
CountryUnited States
StateKentucky
County SeatPrinceton
Largest City/TownPrinceton
Established1809
Total Area348 sq mi (901 sq km)
Land Area345 sq mi (894 sq km)
Water Area3.4 sq mi (9 sq km)
Population12,649 (Census 2020)
Population Density37 people per sq mi
Time ZoneCentral Time Zone (CT)
Major HighwaysInterstate 69 nearby area, U.S. Route 62, Kentucky Route 91, Kentucky Route 139
Major RiversTradewater River, Eddy Creek
Neighboring CountiesCrittenden County, Webster County, Hopkins County, Christian County, Trigg County, Lyon County
Famous ForPennyrile region landscapes, Black Patch tobacco history, Princeton, and outdoor recreation
Top AttractionsAdsmore House Museum, Princeton Art Guild, Trail of Tears Memorial, Lake Barkley nearby area, Venture River Water Park nearby area
Official WebsiteOfficial Website

About Caldwell County, Kentucky

Caldwell County is located in the Pennyrile region of western Kentucky and was established in 1809. The county seat and largest city is Princeton. Caldwell County is known for its agricultural heritage, historic tobacco production, scenic countryside, and strong regional traditions connected to western Kentucky culture. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

Cities and Communities in Caldwell County, Kentucky

City/TownPopulationLatitude & Longitude
Princeton (county seat)6,200+37.1095°N, 87.8814°W
Fredonia370+37.2101°N, 88.0484°W
Dawson Springs Nearby AreaRegional Community37.1670°N, 87.6925°W
CobbUnincorporated37.1413°N, 87.9430°W
CriderUnincorporated37.0534°N, 87.9967°W
FarmersvilleHistoric Community37.2056°N, 87.8365°W
NeedmoreUnincorporated37.0607°N, 87.7811°W
White SulphurHistoric Community37.2209°N, 87.9112°W

Best Golf Courses in Caldwell County, Kentucky

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Princeton Golf & Country ClubPrinceton37.1136°N, 87.8898°W
Mineral Mound Golf CourseNearby Eddyville37.0634°N, 88.0739°W
Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park Golf CourseNearby Dawson Springs37.0782°N, 87.7428°W
Calvert City Country ClubNearby Calvert City37.0437°N, 88.3465°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Caldwell County

Major highways connect Caldwell County with western Kentucky cities and regional recreation areas.

  • Interstate 69 nearby area - major transportation corridor serving western Kentucky
  • U.S. Route 62 - important east-west highway connecting Princeton with neighboring counties
  • Kentucky Route 91 - north-south route through Princeton and rural communities
  • Kentucky Route 139 - regional connector serving agricultural and small-town areas

Neighboring Counties of Caldwell County

  • Crittenden County (northwest)
  • Webster County (northeast)
  • Hopkins County (east)
  • Christian County (southeast)
  • Trigg County (south)
  • Lyon County (southwest)

What are Top Attractions in Caldwell County, Kentucky

The county features historic attractions, outdoor recreation, and western Kentucky heritage sites.

Main Sight NameCityFamous For
Adsmore House MuseumPrincetonHistoric Victorian home and local history museum
Princeton Art GuildPrincetonRegional art exhibits and cultural events
Trail of Tears MemorialPrinceton AreaHistoric Cherokee Trail of Tears remembrance site
Lake Barkley Nearby AreaRegional AreaBoating, fishing, and outdoor recreation
Venture River Water Park Nearby AreaEddyville AreaFamily water park and summer recreation
Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park Nearby AreaDawson Springs AreaHiking, camping, and forest scenery
Caldwell County CourthousePrincetonHistoric county landmark
Downtown PrincetonPrincetonHistoric architecture and local shopping
Tradewater River Scenic AreaCountywideNature scenery and outdoor recreation
Black Patch Heritage SitesCountywideTobacco history and agricultural heritage

Distance from Caldwell County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

  • Princeton to Hopkinsville, Kentucky - 35 mi (56 km)
  • Princeton to Paducah, Kentucky - 47 mi (76 km)
  • Princeton to Madisonville, Kentucky - 38 mi (61 km)
  • Princeton to Bowling Green, Kentucky - 92 mi (148 km)
  • Princeton to Clarksville, Tennessee - 78 mi (126 km)
  • Princeton to Nashville, Tennessee - 116 mi (187 km)
  • Princeton to Owensboro, Kentucky - 83 mi (134 km)
  • Princeton to Louisville, Kentucky - 178 mi (286 km)
  • Princeton to Evansville, Indiana - 86 mi (138 km)
  • Princeton to Lexington, Kentucky - 223 mi (359 km)
  • Princeton to Memphis, Tennessee - 176 mi (283 km)
  • Princeton to St. Louis, Missouri - 195 mi (314 km)

References

  1. Caldwell County Official Website
  2. Caldwell County, Kentucky - Wikipedia
  3. U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts
  4. Kentucky Tourism
  5. Kentucky Atlas and Gazetteer