Map of Estill County, Kentucky, USA

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

Map of Estill County, Kentucky

Map of Estill County, Kentucky

About Estill 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 Estill County, Kentucky

Estill County is a county located in the U.S. state of Kentucky. It's county seat is Irvine. As per 2020 census, the population of Estill County is 14092 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 254 sq mi (658 km2). Estill County was established on 1808.

Estill County Facts

ContinentNorth America
CountryUnited States
StateKentucky
County SeatIrvine
Largest City/TownIrvine
Established1808
Total Area256 sq mi (663 sq km)
Land Area253 sq mi (655 sq km)
Water Area3 sq mi (8 sq km)
Population14,163 (Census 2020)
Population Density56 people per sq mi
Time ZoneEastern Time Zone (ET)
Major HighwaysKentucky Route 52, Kentucky Route 89, Kentucky Route 82, Kentucky Route 499
Major RiversKentucky River, Red River nearby area
Neighboring CountiesMadison County, Clark County, Powell County, Lee County, Jackson County
Famous ForAppalachian foothills, Kentucky River scenery, historic rail heritage, and outdoor recreation
Top AttractionsKentucky River recreation, Irvine Historic District, Fitchburg Furnace, Lily Mountain area, scenic mountain drives
Official WebsiteOfficial Website

About Estill County, Kentucky

Estill County is located in eastern Kentucky within the Appalachian foothills and was established in 1808 from parts of Clark and Madison counties. The county seat and largest city is Irvine. Estill County is known for its scenic Kentucky River landscapes, forested hills, outdoor recreation, railroad history, and strong Appalachian heritage. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

Cities and Communities in Estill County, Kentucky

City/TownPopulationLatitude & Longitude
Irvine (county seat)2,300+37.7001°N, 83.9738°W
Ravenna600+37.6851°N, 83.9505°W
WisemantownUnincorporated37.7370°N, 84.0164°W
FitchburgHistoric Community37.6324°N, 83.8682°W
Lilly Nearby AreaRegional Community37.7462°N, 83.8907°W
West IrvineUnincorporated37.6992°N, 83.9899°W
CobhillHistoric Community37.7610°N, 84.0362°W
CrystalUnincorporated37.6417°N, 83.9808°W

Best Golf Courses in Estill County, Kentucky

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Raven Crest Golf CourseNearby Ravenna37.6848°N, 83.9445°W
Gibson Bay Golf CourseNearby Richmond37.7660°N, 84.3018°W
Berea Country ClubNearby Berea37.5604°N, 84.2967°W
Eagle Trace Golf CourseNearby Morehead38.1915°N, 83.4378°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Estill County

Major highways connect Estill County with eastern Kentucky communities and the Bluegrass region.

  • Kentucky Route 52 - major east-west route through Irvine and Ravenna
  • Kentucky Route 89 - scenic north-south highway through Appalachian foothill communities
  • Kentucky Route 82 - important regional connector through forested countryside
  • Kentucky Route 499 - rural connector serving smaller communities and farmland areas

Neighboring Counties of Estill County

  • Madison County (southwest)
  • Clark County (northwest)
  • Powell County (north)
  • Lee County (east)
  • Jackson County (south)

What are Top Attractions in Estill County, Kentucky

The county offers scenic river valleys, Appalachian history, hiking opportunities, and historic landmarks.

Main Sight NameCityFamous For
Kentucky River Recreation AreaCountywideFishing, kayaking, and scenic river views
Irvine Historic DistrictIrvineHistoric downtown architecture and local shops
Fitchburg FurnaceFitchburgHistoric iron furnace and industrial heritage
Lilly Mountain AreaLilly AreaHiking and Appalachian scenery
Scenic Mountain DrivesCountywideRolling hills and forest overlooks
Estill County CourthouseIrvineHistoric county landmark
Kentucky River Lock AreasCountywideHistoric river transportation sites
Ravenna Rail Heritage SitesRavennaRailroad history and Appalachian culture
Outdoor Recreation AreasCountywideCamping, hiking, and hunting opportunities
Appalachian CountrysideCountywideNature photography and rural scenery

Distance from Estill County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

  • Irvine to Richmond, Kentucky - 24 mi (39 km)
  • Irvine to Lexington, Kentucky - 43 mi (69 km)
  • Irvine to Winchester, Kentucky - 33 mi (53 km)
  • Irvine to Morehead, Kentucky - 57 mi (92 km)
  • Irvine to Louisville, Kentucky - 115 mi (185 km)
  • Irvine to Cincinnati, Ohio - 113 mi (182 km)
  • Irvine to Huntington, West Virginia - 108 mi (174 km)
  • Irvine to Charleston, West Virginia - 140 mi (225 km)
  • Irvine to Knoxville, Tennessee - 165 mi (266 km)
  • Irvine to Nashville, Tennessee - 228 mi (367 km)
  • Irvine to Columbus, Ohio - 184 mi (296 km)
  • Irvine to Indianapolis, Indiana - 214 mi (344 km)

References

  1. Estill County Official Website
  2. Estill County, Kentucky - Wikipedia
  3. U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts
  4. Estill County Chamber of Commerce
  5. History of Estill County