Map of Harrison County, Kentucky, USA

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

Map of Harrison County, Kentucky

Map of Harrison County, Kentucky

About Harrison 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 Harrison County, Kentucky

Harrison County is a county located in the U.S. state of Kentucky. It's county seat is Cynthiana. As per 2020 census, the population of Harrison County is 18950 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 310 sq mi (803 km2). Harrison County was established on 1793.

Harrison County Facts

ContinentNorth America
CountryUnited States
StateKentucky
County SeatCynthiana
Largest City/TownCynthiana
Established1793
Total Area310 sq mi (803 sq km)
Land Area306 sq mi (792 sq km)
Water Area4.2 sq mi (11 sq km)
Population18,692 (Census 2020)
Population Density61 people per sq mi
Time ZoneEastern Time Zone (ET)
Major HighwaysU.S. Route 27, U.S. Route 62, Kentucky Route 32, Kentucky Route 36
Major RiversSouth Fork Licking River
Neighboring CountiesGrant County, Scott County, Bourbon County, Nicholas County, Pendleton County
Famous ForCivil War history, historic downtown Cynthiana, bourbon region heritage, and Bluegrass farmland
Top AttractionsCynthiana Historic District, Rohs Opera House, Bluegrass Railroad Museum, Battle of Cynthiana sites, Flat Run Veterans Park
Official WebsiteOfficial Website

About Harrison County, Kentucky

Harrison County is located in northern Kentucky within the Bluegrass region and was established in 1793. The county seat and largest city is Cynthiana. Harrison County is known for its Civil War history, scenic horse farms, bourbon heritage, and historic downtown architecture centered around the South Fork Licking River. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harrison_County%2C_Kentucky?utm_source=chatgpt.com))

Cities and Communities in Harrison County, Kentucky

City/TownPopulationLatitude & Longitude
Cynthiana (county seat)6,400+38.3909°N, 84.2941°W
Berry300+38.4081°N, 84.3927°W
Corinth Nearby AreaRegional Community38.4926°N, 84.6316°W
LeesburgHistoric Community38.3565°N, 84.3338°W
OddvilleUnincorporated38.4730°N, 84.2602°W
PoindexterRural Community38.3435°N, 84.2061°W
RutlandHistoric Community38.4510°N, 84.1838°W
ColemansvilleUnincorporated38.3228°N, 84.3945°W

Best Golf Courses in Harrison County, Kentucky

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Cynthiana Country ClubCynthiana38.3782°N, 84.3094°W
Cherry Blossom Golf ClubNearby Georgetown38.2129°N, 84.5547°W
Houston Oaks Golf CourseNearby Paris38.2095°N, 84.2524°W
Kearney Hill Golf LinksNearby Lexington38.1028°N, 84.5490°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Harrison County

Major highways connect Harrison County with Lexington, Cincinnati, and surrounding Bluegrass communities.

  • U.S. Route 27 - major north-south highway through Cynthiana and northern Kentucky
  • U.S. Route 62 - important east-west roadway connecting Bluegrass region communities
  • Kentucky Route 32 - scenic regional highway through rural countryside
  • Kentucky Route 36 - connector route serving agricultural and residential areas

Neighboring Counties of Harrison County

  • Grant County (northwest)
  • Scott County (west)
  • Bourbon County (south)
  • Nicholas County (east)
  • Pendleton County (north)

What are Top Attractions in Harrison County, Kentucky

The county offers Civil War history, railroad museums, scenic farmland, and historic downtown attractions.

Main Sight NameCityFamous For
Cynthiana Historic DistrictCynthianaHistoric architecture and downtown shopping
Rohs Opera HouseCynthianaHistoric theater and live performances
Bluegrass Railroad MuseumCynthianaHistoric train rides and railroad exhibits
Battle of Cynthiana SitesCynthianaCivil War battlefield history
Flat Run Veterans ParkCynthianaCommunity recreation and memorials
South Fork Licking River Scenic AreaCountywideFishing and riverside scenery
Historic Downtown CynthianaCynthianaRestaurants, boutiques, and local culture
Bluegrass Horse FarmsCountywideRolling farmland and equestrian scenery
Community Heritage FestivalsCynthiana AreaLocal traditions and seasonal events
Rural Scenic DrivesCountywideBluegrass landscapes and countryside photography

Distance from Harrison County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

  • Cynthiana to Lexington, Kentucky - 31 mi (50 km)
  • Cynthiana to Georgetown, Kentucky - 28 mi (45 km)
  • Cynthiana to Cincinnati, Ohio - 62 mi (100 km)
  • Cynthiana to Frankfort, Kentucky - 52 mi (84 km)
  • Cynthiana to Louisville, Kentucky - 93 mi (150 km)
  • Cynthiana to Columbus, Ohio - 146 mi (235 km)
  • Cynthiana to Indianapolis, Indiana - 143 mi (230 km)
  • Cynthiana to Knoxville, Tennessee - 201 mi (323 km)
  • Cynthiana to Nashville, Tennessee - 245 mi (394 km)
  • Cynthiana to Charleston, West Virginia - 161 mi (259 km)
  • Cynthiana to Chicago, Illinois - 308 mi (496 km)
  • Cynthiana to St. Louis, Missouri - 339 mi (546 km)

References

  1. Harrison County Fiscal Court
  2. Harrison County, Kentucky - Wikipedia
  3. City of Cynthiana
  4. U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts
  5. Bluegrass Railroad Museum