Map of Elliott County, Kentucky, USA

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

Map of Elliott County, Kentucky

Map of Elliott County, Kentucky

About Elliott 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 Elliott County, Kentucky

Elliott County is a county located in the U.S. state of Kentucky. It's county seat is Sandy Hook. As per 2020 census, the population of Elliott County is 7381 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 234 sq mi (606 km2). Elliott County was established on 1869.

Elliott County Facts

ContinentNorth America
CountryUnited States
StateKentucky
County SeatSandy Hook
Largest City/TownSandy Hook
Established1869
Total Area235 sq mi (609 sq km)
Land Area234 sq mi (606 sq km)
Water Area1 sq mi (3 sq km)
Population7,354 (Census 2020)
Population Density31 people per sq mi
Time ZoneEastern Time Zone (ET)
Major HighwaysKentucky Route 7, Kentucky Route 32, Kentucky Route 173, Kentucky Route 486
Major RiversLittle Sandy River, Little Fork Creek
Neighboring CountiesCarter County, Lawrence County, Morgan County, Rowan County
Famous ForAppalachian heritage, forested hills, rural landscapes, and historic political history
Top AttractionsLittle Sandy Correctional Complex area, Sandy Hook Historic District, Laurel Gorge nearby area, scenic mountain drives, outdoor recreation
Official WebsiteOfficial Website

About Elliott County, Kentucky

Elliott County is located in northeastern Kentucky within the Appalachian foothills and was established in 1869 from parts of Carter, Lawrence, and Morgan counties. The county seat and largest city is Sandy Hook. Elliott County is known for its scenic forested hills, rural Appalachian culture, outdoor recreation, and unique political history in Kentucky. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

Cities and Communities in Elliott County, Kentucky

City/TownPopulationLatitude & Longitude
Sandy Hook (county seat)650+38.0865°N, 83.1260°W
IsonvilleUnincorporated38.0157°N, 83.0108°W
Little SandyUnincorporated38.1251°N, 83.0648°W
StephensUnincorporated38.1297°N, 83.0258°W
BruinHistoric Community38.0652°N, 83.0315°W
NewcombeUnincorporated38.0447°N, 83.0724°W
BeartownUnincorporated38.0198°N, 83.1790°W
FanninHistoric Community38.1031°N, 83.0852°W

Best Golf Courses in Elliott 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
Hidden Cove Golf CourseNearby Grayson38.3368°N, 82.9594°W
River Bend Golf ClubNearby Argillite38.6219°N, 82.8297°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Elliott County

Major highways connect Elliott County with neighboring Appalachian counties and regional cities in northeastern Kentucky.

  • Kentucky Route 7 - primary north-south route serving Sandy Hook and surrounding communities
  • Kentucky Route 32 - important east-west highway connecting Elliott County with Morehead and Louisa
  • Kentucky Route 173 - scenic roadway through rural Appalachian areas
  • Kentucky Route 486 - connector serving small communities and countryside regions

Neighboring Counties of Elliott County

  • Carter County (north)
  • Lawrence County (east)
  • Morgan County (south)
  • Rowan County (west)

What are Top Attractions in Elliott County, Kentucky

The county offers Appalachian scenery, outdoor recreation, and historic rural Kentucky attractions.

Main Sight NameCityFamous For
Sandy Hook Historic DistrictSandy HookHistoric courthouse and Appalachian small-town heritage
Little Sandy River Scenic AreaCountywideFishing, kayaking, and nature scenery
Laurel Gorge Nearby AreaRegional AreaHiking and Appalachian forest landscapes
Scenic Mountain DrivesCountywideRolling hills and forest overlooks
Little Sandy Correctional Complex AreaSandy Hook AreaRegional government facility and employment center
Elliott County CourthouseSandy HookHistoric county landmark
Outdoor Recreation AreasCountywideCamping, hunting, and hiking opportunities
Appalachian CountrysideCountywideRural scenery and photography destinations
Community Heritage FestivalsSandy Hook AreaLocal traditions and Appalachian culture
Forest Wildlife AreasCountywideBirdwatching and natural habitats

Distance from Elliott County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

  • Sandy Hook to Morehead, Kentucky - 33 mi (53 km)
  • Sandy Hook to Grayson, Kentucky - 31 mi (50 km)
  • Sandy Hook to Ashland, Kentucky - 49 mi (79 km)
  • Sandy Hook to Huntington, West Virginia - 67 mi (108 km)
  • Sandy Hook to Lexington, Kentucky - 93 mi (150 km)
  • Sandy Hook to Charleston, West Virginia - 112 mi (180 km)
  • Sandy Hook to Pikeville, Kentucky - 97 mi (156 km)
  • Sandy Hook to Louisville, Kentucky - 185 mi (298 km)
  • Sandy Hook to Cincinnati, Ohio - 136 mi (219 km)
  • Sandy Hook to Columbus, Ohio - 171 mi (275 km)
  • Sandy Hook to Knoxville, Tennessee - 218 mi (351 km)
  • Sandy Hook to Indianapolis, Indiana - 244 mi (393 km)

References

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