Map of Whitley County, Kentucky, USA

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

Map of Whitley County, Kentucky

Map of Whitley County, Kentucky

About Whitley 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 Whitley County, Kentucky

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Whitley County Facts

ContinentNorth America
CountryUnited States
StateKentucky
County SeatWilliamsburg
Largest City/TownCorbin
Established1818
Total Area445 sq mi (1,153 sq km)
Land Area438 sq mi (1,134 sq km)
Water Area7.3 sq mi (19 sq km)
Population36,712 (Census 2020)
Population Density84 people per sq mi
Time ZoneEastern Time Zone (ET)
Major HighwaysInterstate 75, U.S. Route 25W, Kentucky Route 92, Cumberland Parkway nearby area
Major RiversCumberland River
Neighboring CountiesKnox County, Laurel County, McCreary County, Bell County, Campbell County (TN), Claiborne County (TN)
Famous ForCumberland Falls nearby area, University of the Cumberlands, Appalachian heritage, and outdoor recreation
Top AttractionsCumberland Falls State Resort Park nearby area, University of the Cumberlands, Kentucky Splash WaterPark, Daniel Boone National Forest, Historic Downtown Corbin
Official WebsiteOfficial Website

About Whitley County, Kentucky

Whitley County is located in southeastern Kentucky along the Tennessee border and was established in 1818. The county seat is Williamsburg while Corbin is the largest city. Whitley County is known for Appalachian mountain scenery, Cumberland Falls nearby attractions, higher education at the University of the Cumberlands, and outdoor recreation opportunities throughout the Daniel Boone National Forest region. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Whitley_County,_Kentucky?utm_source=chatgpt.com))

Cities and Communities in Whitley County, Kentucky

City/TownPopulationLatitude & Longitude
Corbin7,500+36.9487°N, 84.0969°W
Williamsburg (county seat)5,200+36.7434°N, 84.1591°W
Pleasant ViewRural Community36.8148°N, 84.1845°W
RockholdsHistoric Community36.8290°N, 84.0834°W
SaxtonMountain Area36.7062°N, 84.2605°W
EmlynSmall Community36.6968°N, 84.2027°W
NevisdaleCoal Mining Community36.6058°N, 84.0674°W
Jellico Creek AreaScenic Area36.6214°N, 84.1136°W

Best Golf Courses in Whitley County, Kentucky

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Laurel River Lake Golf AreaNearby Corbin36.9405°N, 84.1413°W
London Country ClubNearby London37.0868°N, 84.0914°W
Crooked Creek Golf CourseNearby London37.0972°N, 84.0525°W
Indian Springs Country ClubNearby Barbourville36.8664°N, 83.8871°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Whitley County

Major highways connect Whitley County with Lexington, Knoxville, and important Appalachian tourism destinations.

  • Interstate 75 - major north-south interstate through Corbin and Williamsburg
  • U.S. Route 25W - historic regional highway serving local communities
  • Kentucky Route 92 - scenic route through mountain landscapes and rural areas
  • Cumberland Parkway nearby area - important connector corridor for south-central Kentucky

Neighboring Counties of Whitley County

  • Knox County (north)
  • Laurel County (northwest)
  • McCreary County (west)
  • Bell County (east)
  • Campbell County, Tennessee (southwest)
  • Claiborne County, Tennessee (south)

What are Top Attractions in Whitley County, Kentucky

The county offers waterfalls, hiking trails, university attractions, outdoor recreation, and scenic Appalachian mountain experiences.

Main Sight NameCityFamous For
Cumberland Falls State Resort Park Nearby AreaRegional AreaWaterfalls, hiking, and the famous Moonbow phenomenon
University of the CumberlandsWilliamsburgHistoric university campus and educational heritage
Kentucky Splash WaterParkWilliamsburgFamily water recreation and summer entertainment
Daniel Boone National ForestCountywideHiking, camping, wildlife viewing, and forest recreation
Historic Downtown CorbinCorbinRestaurants, shops, and Appalachian culture
Laurel River Lake Nearby AreaRegional AreaFishing, boating, and scenic lake recreation
Harland Sanders Café and Museum Nearby AreaCorbinKFC history and roadside Americana
Appalachian Scenic DrivesCountywideMountain landscapes and countryside photography
Outdoor Nature TrailsCountywideHiking and wildlife exploration
Community Festivals and EventsWilliamsburg AreaLocal traditions and seasonal celebrations

Distance from Whitley County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

  • Williamsburg to Knoxville, Tennessee - 68 mi (109 km)
  • Williamsburg to Lexington, Kentucky - 112 mi (180 km)
  • Williamsburg to Somerset, Kentucky - 56 mi (90 km)
  • Williamsburg to Chattanooga, Tennessee - 164 mi (264 km)
  • Williamsburg to Louisville, Kentucky - 178 mi (286 km)
  • Williamsburg to Nashville, Tennessee - 201 mi (323 km)
  • Williamsburg to Cincinnati, Ohio - 214 mi (344 km)
  • Williamsburg to Atlanta, Georgia - 246 mi (396 km)
  • Williamsburg to Columbus, Ohio - 290 mi (467 km)
  • Williamsburg to Indianapolis, Indiana - 297 mi (478 km)
  • Williamsburg to Charlotte, North Carolina - 257 mi (414 km)
  • Williamsburg to Chicago, Illinois - 442 mi (711 km)

References

  1. Whitley County Fiscal Court
  2. Whitley County, Kentucky - Wikipedia
  3. U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts
  4. Cumberland Falls State Resort Park
  5. University of the Cumberlands