Map of Carroll County, Kentucky, USA

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

Map of Carroll County, Kentucky

Map of Carroll County, Kentucky

About Carroll 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 Carroll County, Kentucky

Carroll County is a county located in the U.S. state of Kentucky. It's county seat is Carrollton. As per 2020 census, the population of Carroll County is 10863 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 130 sq mi (337 km2). Carroll County was established on 1838.

Carroll County Facts

ContinentNorth America
CountryUnited States
StateKentucky
County SeatCarrollton
Largest City/TownCarrollton
Established1838
Total Area137 sq mi (355 sq km)
Land Area129 sq mi (334 sq km)
Water Area8.7 sq mi (23 sq km)
Population10,810 (Census 2020)
Population Density84 people per sq mi
Time ZoneEastern Time Zone (ET)
Major HighwaysInterstate 71, U.S. Route 42, Kentucky Route 36, Kentucky Route 227
Major RiversOhio River, Kentucky River
Neighboring CountiesGallatin County, Owen County, Henry County, Trimble County, Switzerland County (IN), Jefferson County (IN)
Famous ForOhio River and Kentucky River confluence, Carrollton, river commerce, and scenic northern Kentucky landscapes
Top AttractionsGeneral Butler State Resort Park, Carrollton Historic District, Point Park, Ohio River scenery, Butler-Turpin State Historic House
Official WebsiteOfficial Website

About Carroll County, Kentucky

Carroll County is located in northern Kentucky where the Kentucky River meets the Ohio River and was established in 1838. The county seat and largest city is Carrollton. Carroll County is known for its scenic riverfront landscapes, historic communities, transportation access along Interstate 71, and its location between Louisville and Cincinnati. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

Ctities in Carroll county

City NameTypePopulation (2020)Pop. DensityAreaIncorporated
Carrollton[37] 3,890 2.0 sq mi (5.2 km2)1838
Ghent 363 0.7 sq mi (1.8 km2)1856
Prestonville 171 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km2)1867
Sanders 197 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km2)1882
Worthville 181 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km2)1878
Albany 759 74 sq mi1766
Bartlett 3,200 74.9 sq mi1790
Brookfield 755 22.9 sq mi1794
Chatham 341 56.7 sq mi1767
Conway 9,822 69.4 sq mi1765
Eaton 405 24.3 sq mi1766
Effingham 1,691 38.4 sq mi1778
Freedom 1,689 35 sq mi1831
Hart's Location 68 18.5 sq mi1795
Jackson 1,028 66.9 sq mi1800
Madison 2,565 38.5 sq mi1852
Moultonborough 4,918 59.5 sq mi1777
Ossipee 4,372 70.8 sq mi1785
Sandwich 1,466 90.2 sq mi1763
Tamworth 2,812 59.7 sq mi1766
Tuftonboro 2,467 41 sq mi1795
Wakefield 5,201 39.5 sq mi1774
Wolfeboro 6,416 47.9 sq mi1770

Best Golf Courses in Carroll County, Kentucky

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
General Butler State Resort Park Golf CourseCarrollton38.6948°N, 85.1729°W
Perry Park Golf Resort Nearby AreaOwen County Area38.5280°N, 84.9808°W
Belterra Golf Club Nearby AreaFlorence, Indiana38.7792°N, 84.8904°W
Sun Valley Golf Course Nearby AreaLouisville Area38.2794°N, 85.7462°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Carroll County

Major highways connect Carroll County with Louisville, Cincinnati, and neighboring river communities.

  • Interstate 71 - major interstate connecting Louisville and Cincinnati through Carroll County
  • U.S. Route 42 - scenic river highway following the Ohio River corridor
  • Kentucky Route 36 - regional route linking Carrollton with inland communities
  • Kentucky Route 227 - north-south highway serving rural county areas

Neighboring Counties of Carroll County

  • Gallatin County (east)
  • Owen County (southeast)
  • Henry County (south)
  • Trimble County (west)
  • Switzerland County, Indiana (north)
  • Jefferson County, Indiana (northwest)

What are Top Attractions in Carroll County, Kentucky

The county offers riverfront recreation, historic attractions, and scenic northern Kentucky landscapes.

Main Sight NameCityFamous For
General Butler State Resort ParkCarrolltonCamping, golf, hiking, and Ohio River overlooks
Carrollton Historic DistrictCarrolltonHistoric downtown architecture and river heritage
Point ParkCarrolltonViewpoint at the confluence of the Ohio and Kentucky Rivers
Butler-Turpin State Historic HouseCarrolltonHistoric mansion and Kentucky history museum
Ohio River Scenic AreaCountywideRiver views, boating, and fishing
Kentucky River Scenic AreaCountywideNature photography and river landscapes
Downtown CarrolltonCarrolltonLocal restaurants, shops, and riverfront atmosphere
Ghent RiverfrontGhentSmall-town river scenery and boating access
Carroll County CourthouseCarrolltonHistoric county landmark
River Scenic DrivesCountywideRolling hills and Ohio Valley landscapes

Distance from Carroll County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

  • Carrollton to Louisville, Kentucky - 52 mi (84 km)
  • Carrollton to Cincinnati, Ohio - 55 mi (89 km)
  • Carrollton to Frankfort, Kentucky - 53 mi (85 km)
  • Carrollton to Lexington, Kentucky - 84 mi (135 km)
  • Carrollton to Madison, Indiana - 24 mi (39 km)
  • Carrollton to Covington, Kentucky - 53 mi (85 km)
  • Carrollton to Florence, Kentucky - 45 mi (72 km)
  • Carrollton to Indianapolis, Indiana - 118 mi (190 km)
  • Carrollton to Bowling Green, Kentucky - 161 mi (259 km)
  • Carrollton to Nashville, Tennessee - 223 mi (359 km)
  • Carrollton to Columbus, Ohio - 154 mi (248 km)
  • Carrollton to St. Louis, Missouri - 292 mi (470 km)

References

  1. Carroll County Official Website
  2. Carroll County, Kentucky - Wikipedia
  3. U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts
  4. General Butler State Resort Park
  5. Kentucky Atlas and Gazetteer