Map of LaRue County, Kentucky, USA

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

Map of LaRue County, Kentucky

Map of LaRue County, Kentucky

About LaRue 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 LaRue County, Kentucky

LaRue County is a county located in the U.S. state of Kentucky. It's county seat is Hodgenville. As per 2020 census, the population of LaRue County is 15028 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 263 sq mi (681 km2). LaRue County was established on 1843.

LaRue County Facts

ContinentNorth America
CountryUnited States
StateKentucky
County SeatHodgenville
Largest City/TownHodgenville
Established1843
Total Area263 sq mi (681 sq km)
Land Area262 sq mi (679 sq km)
Water Area0.9 sq mi (2 sq km)
Population14,506 (Census 2020)
Population Density55 people per sq mi
Time ZoneEastern Time Zone (ET)
Major HighwaysInterstate 65 nearby area, U.S. Route 31E, Kentucky Route 61, Kentucky Route 210
Major RiversNolin River
Neighboring CountiesHardin County, Hart County, Green County, Taylor County, Nelson County
Famous ForBirthplace of Abraham Lincoln, rolling farmland, historic heritage, and scenic Kentucky countryside
Top AttractionsAbraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park, Lincoln Museum, Creekfront Park, Lincoln Jamboree, Hodgenville Historic District
Official WebsiteOfficial Website

About LaRue County, Kentucky

LaRue County is located in central Kentucky and was established in 1843. The county seat and largest city is Hodgenville. LaRue County is best known as the birthplace of President Abraham Lincoln and features historic landmarks, scenic farmland, and outdoor recreation opportunities throughout the region. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LaRue_County%2C_Kentucky?utm_source=chatgpt.com))

Cities and Communities in LaRue County, Kentucky

City/TownPopulationLatitude & Longitude
Hodgenville (county seat)3,200+37.5739°N, 85.7394°W
Buffalo500+37.4867°N, 85.6947°W
AthertonvilleHistoric Community37.6414°N, 85.7382°W
Magnolia Nearby AreaRegional Community37.4425°N, 85.7410°W
TannerRural Community37.5964°N, 85.6748°W
HowardstownHistoric Community37.6922°N, 85.7617°W
GleaningsUnincorporated37.5340°N, 85.8281°W
Mount ShermanRural Community37.4960°N, 85.6219°W

Best Golf Courses in LaRue County, Kentucky

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
LaRue County Golf CourseHodgenville37.5858°N, 85.7305°W
Heartland Golf ClubNearby Elizabethtown37.7154°N, 85.8610°W
Lincoln Trail Country ClubNearby Vine Grove37.8089°N, 85.9786°W
Mules National Golf ClubNearby Munfordville37.2755°N, 85.9017°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in LaRue County

Major highways connect LaRue County with Elizabethtown, Louisville, and central Kentucky communities.

  • Interstate 65 nearby area - major transportation corridor connecting Louisville and Nashville
  • U.S. Route 31E - important north-south highway through Hodgenville
  • Kentucky Route 61 - regional roadway linking rural communities and farmland
  • Kentucky Route 210 - scenic route connecting local attractions and countryside areas

Neighboring Counties of LaRue County

  • Hardin County (north)
  • Hart County (southwest)
  • Green County (south)
  • Taylor County (east)
  • Nelson County (northeast)

What are Top Attractions in LaRue County, Kentucky

The county offers presidential history, museums, parks, scenic drives, and family-friendly attractions.

Main Sight NameCityFamous For
Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical ParkHodgenvilleBirthplace of President Abraham Lincoln
Lincoln MuseumHodgenvilleLincoln history and historical exhibits
Creekfront ParkHodgenvilleWalking trails and family recreation
Lincoln JamboreeHodgenvilleLive country music performances and events
Hodgenville Historic DistrictHodgenvilleHistoric architecture and downtown shopping
Lincoln Heritage Scenic BywayCountywideHistoric travel route and countryside scenery
Nolin River Scenic AreasCountywideFishing and outdoor recreation
Buffalo Community AreaBuffaloRural Kentucky landscapes and local culture
Historic Courthouse SquareHodgenvilleCommunity events and local heritage
Rural Scenic DrivesCountywideRolling farmland and countryside photography

Distance from LaRue County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

  • Hodgenville to Elizabethtown, Kentucky - 13 mi (21 km)
  • Hodgenville to Louisville, Kentucky - 55 mi (89 km)
  • Hodgenville to Bowling Green, Kentucky - 69 mi (111 km)
  • Hodgenville to Lexington, Kentucky - 88 mi (142 km)
  • Hodgenville to Nashville, Tennessee - 139 mi (224 km)
  • Hodgenville to Owensboro, Kentucky - 92 mi (148 km)
  • Hodgenville to Cincinnati, Ohio - 147 mi (237 km)
  • Hodgenville to Indianapolis, Indiana - 157 mi (253 km)
  • Hodgenville to Knoxville, Tennessee - 214 mi (344 km)
  • Hodgenville to St. Louis, Missouri - 273 mi (439 km)
  • Hodgenville to Chicago, Illinois - 321 mi (517 km)
  • Hodgenville to Atlanta, Georgia - 336 mi (541 km)

References

  1. LaRue County Official Website
  2. LaRue County, Kentucky - Wikipedia
  3. U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts
  4. Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park
  5. Kentucky Tourism