Map of Morgan County, Kentucky, USA

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

Map of Morgan County, Kentucky

Map of Morgan County, Kentucky

About Morgan 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 Morgan County, Kentucky

Morgan County is a county located in the U.S. state of Kentucky. It's county seat is West Liberty. As per 2020 census, the population of Morgan County is 13820 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 381 sq mi (987 km2). Morgan County was established on 1822.

Morgan County Facts

ContinentNorth America
CountryUnited States
StateKentucky
County SeatWest Liberty
Largest City/TownWest Liberty
Established1822
Total Area384 sq mi (995 sq km)
Land Area381 sq mi (987 sq km)
Water Area2.7 sq mi (7 sq km)
Population13,748 (Census 2020)
Population Density36 people per sq mi
Time ZoneEastern Time Zone (ET)
Major HighwaysMountain Parkway, Kentucky Route 7, U.S. Route 460, Kentucky Route 172
Major RiversLicking River
Neighboring CountiesElliott County, Johnson County, Magoffin County, Wolfe County, Menifee County, Rowan County
Famous ForAppalachian mountain scenery, Cave Run Lake nearby area, Daniel Boone National Forest, and eastern Kentucky heritage
Top AttractionsCave Run Lake nearby area, Red River Gorge nearby area, West Liberty Historic District, Broke Leg Falls, Daniel Boone National Forest
Official WebsiteOfficial Website

About Morgan County, Kentucky

Morgan County is located in eastern Kentucky within the Appalachian foothills and was established in 1822. The county seat and largest city is West Liberty. Morgan County is known for forested mountains, outdoor recreation, scenic valleys, and its strong Appalachian heritage throughout the eastern Kentucky region. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Morgan_County%2C_Kentucky?utm_source=chatgpt.com))

Cities and Communities in Morgan County, Kentucky

City/TownPopulationLatitude & Longitude
West Liberty (county seat)3,000+37.9217°N, 83.2591°W
Ezel200+37.8734°N, 83.4463°W
Cannel CityRural Community37.7907°N, 83.2238°W
WrigleySmall Community38.0382°N, 83.2881°W
IndexHistoric Community37.9691°N, 83.2037°W
Stacy ForkMountain Community37.8762°N, 83.1688°W
ElamtonUnincorporated37.9608°N, 83.3375°W
DingusRural Area37.9981°N, 83.1194°W

Best Golf Courses in Morgan County, Kentucky

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Eagle Trace Golf CourseNearby Morehead38.1856°N, 83.4324°W
Hidden Cove Golf CourseNearby Grayson38.3559°N, 82.9362°W
Winchester Country ClubNearby Winchester37.9910°N, 84.1528°W
StoneCrest Golf CourseNearby Prestonsburg37.6941°N, 82.7712°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Morgan County

Major highways connect Morgan County with eastern Kentucky mountain communities, Lexington, and regional recreation destinations.

  • Mountain Parkway - major transportation corridor linking eastern Kentucky with central Kentucky
  • Kentucky Route 7 - scenic north-south roadway through Appalachian communities
  • U.S. Route 460 - important regional route through West Liberty and surrounding areas
  • Kentucky Route 172 - connector highway serving rural communities and recreation areas

Neighboring Counties of Morgan County

  • Elliott County (north)
  • Johnson County (east)
  • Magoffin County (south)
  • Wolfe County (southwest)
  • Menifee County (west)
  • Rowan County (northwest)

What are Top Attractions in Morgan County, Kentucky

The county offers hiking, waterfalls, forest recreation, mountain scenery, and historic Appalachian communities.

Main Sight NameCityFamous For
Cave Run Lake Nearby AreaRegional AreaBoating, fishing, and camping recreation
Red River Gorge Nearby AreaRegional AreaRock climbing, hiking, and scenic sandstone cliffs
West Liberty Historic DistrictWest LibertyHistoric architecture and local heritage
Broke Leg FallsCountywideWaterfall hiking and photography
Daniel Boone National ForestCountywideCamping, wildlife viewing, and scenic trails
Licking River Recreation AreasCountywideFishing, kayaking, and riverside scenery
Mountain Scenic DrivesCountywideAppalachian landscapes and countryside views
Historic Downtown West LibertyWest LibertyLocal businesses and small-town atmosphere
Outdoor Hiking TrailsCountywideNature exploration and forest recreation
Community Heritage FestivalsWest Liberty AreaAppalachian traditions and seasonal celebrations

Distance from Morgan County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

  • West Liberty to Morehead, Kentucky - 29 mi (47 km)
  • West Liberty to Paintsville, Kentucky - 39 mi (63 km)
  • West Liberty to Lexington, Kentucky - 85 mi (137 km)
  • West Liberty to Huntington, West Virginia - 82 mi (132 km)
  • West Liberty to Charleston, West Virginia - 123 mi (198 km)
  • West Liberty to Louisville, Kentucky - 165 mi (266 km)
  • West Liberty to Cincinnati, Ohio - 145 mi (233 km)
  • West Liberty to Columbus, Ohio - 186 mi (299 km)
  • West Liberty to Knoxville, Tennessee - 214 mi (344 km)
  • West Liberty to Indianapolis, Indiana - 257 mi (414 km)
  • West Liberty to Nashville, Tennessee - 265 mi (426 km)
  • West Liberty to Chicago, Illinois - 381 mi (613 km)

References

  1. Morgan County Official Website
  2. Morgan County, Kentucky - Wikipedia
  3. U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts
  4. Daniel Boone National Forest
  5. Kentucky Tourism