Map of Carter County, Kentucky, USA

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

Map of Carter County, Kentucky

Map of Carter County, Kentucky

About Carter 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 Carter County, Kentucky

Carter County is a county located in the U.S. state of Kentucky. It's county seat is Grayson. As per 2020 census, the population of Carter County is 26412 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 411 sq mi (1,064 km2). Carter County was established on 1838.

Carter County Facts

ContinentNorth America
CountryUnited States
StateKentucky
County SeatGrayson
Largest City/TownGrayson
Established1838
Total Area412 sq mi (1,067 sq km)
Land Area409 sq mi (1,059 sq km)
Water Area3 sq mi (8 sq km)
Population26,627 (Census 2020)
Population Density64 people per sq mi
Time ZoneEastern Time Zone (ET)
Major HighwaysInterstate 64, U.S. Route 60, Kentucky Route 1, Kentucky Route 7
Major RiversLittle Sandy River, Tygarts Creek
Neighboring CountiesBoyd County, Greenup County, Lawrence County, Elliott County, Rowan County, Lewis County
Famous ForCarter Caves State Resort Park, Appalachian foothills, outdoor recreation, and scenic eastern Kentucky landscapes
Top AttractionsCarter Caves State Resort Park, Grayson Lake nearby area, Smoky Valley Lake, Cascade Cave, Bat Cave
Official WebsiteOfficial Website

About Carter County, Kentucky

Carter County is located in northeastern Kentucky within the Appalachian foothills and was established in 1838. The county seat and largest city is Grayson. Carter County is best known for Carter Caves State Resort Park, scenic hills, forest recreation, and outdoor tourism in eastern Kentucky. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

Cities and Communities in Carter County, Kentucky

City/TownPopulationLatitude & Longitude
Grayson (county seat)3,700+38.3326°N, 82.9485°W
Olive Hill1,500+38.3009°N, 83.1810°W
Lakeview Heights270+38.2890°N, 82.9574°W
SoldierUnincorporated38.3572°N, 83.0394°W
GrahnUnincorporated38.2515°N, 83.1312°W
WillardUnincorporated38.4018°N, 83.1552°W
HitchinsHistoric Community38.2793°N, 82.9338°W
Upper Tygart AreaRegional Community38.3498°N, 83.0475°W

Best Golf Courses in Carter County, Kentucky

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Eagle Trace Golf CourseNearby Morehead38.1915°N, 83.4378°W
Sandy Creek Golf CourseNearby Ashland38.4327°N, 82.6464°W
River Bend Golf ClubNearby Argillite38.6219°N, 82.8297°W
Hidden Cove Golf CourseGrayson Area38.3368°N, 82.9594°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Carter County

Major highways connect Carter County with northeastern Kentucky cities and Appalachian communities.

  • Interstate 64 - major east-west interstate through Grayson connecting Lexington and West Virginia
  • U.S. Route 60 - regional highway serving Grayson and Olive Hill
  • Kentucky Route 1 - scenic north-south route through Appalachian foothill communities
  • Kentucky Route 7 - important connector route through eastern Kentucky

Neighboring Counties of Carter County

  • Boyd County (north)
  • Greenup County (northeast)
  • Lawrence County (east)
  • Elliott County (south)
  • Rowan County (west)
  • Lewis County (northwest)

What are Top Attractions in Carter County, Kentucky

The county offers caves, forests, lakes, and outdoor recreation destinations.

Main Sight NameCityFamous For
Carter Caves State Resort ParkOlive Hill AreaCaves, hiking trails, and natural bridges
Cascade CaveCarter Caves AreaUnderground cave tours and rock formations
Bat CaveCarter Caves AreaWildlife habitat and cave exploration
Grayson Lake Nearby AreaRegional AreaBoating, fishing, and camping recreation
Smoky Valley LakeCarter Caves AreaFishing and scenic nature views
Downtown GraysonGraysonLocal restaurants, shops, and small-town atmosphere
Natural Bridge TrailsCarter Caves AreaHiking and Appalachian scenery
Tygarts Creek Scenic AreaCountywideFishing and outdoor recreation
4 C's Walking TrailGraysonWalking paths and family recreation
Appalachian Scenic DrivesCountywideRolling hills and forest landscapes

Distance from Carter County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

  • Grayson to Ashland, Kentucky - 22 mi (35 km)
  • Grayson to Morehead, Kentucky - 39 mi (63 km)
  • Grayson to Huntington, West Virginia - 32 mi (51 km)
  • Grayson to Lexington, Kentucky - 100 mi (161 km)
  • Grayson to Charleston, West Virginia - 93 mi (150 km)
  • Grayson to Pikeville, Kentucky - 105 mi (169 km)
  • Grayson to Cincinnati, Ohio - 142 mi (229 km)
  • Grayson to Louisville, Kentucky - 196 mi (315 km)
  • Grayson to Columbus, Ohio - 164 mi (264 km)
  • Grayson to Knoxville, Tennessee - 214 mi (344 km)
  • Grayson to Nashville, Tennessee - 304 mi (489 km)
  • Grayson to Indianapolis, Indiana - 247 mi (398 km)

References

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