Boone County, County seat in northern Kentucky, United States.
Boone County extends along 42 miles of Ohio River frontage, forming part of the Cincinnati metropolitan area in northern Kentucky.
The county, established in December 1798, received its name from the American explorer Daniel Boone who traveled through Kentucky's wilderness.
Residents participate in community development through regular surveys, town halls, and a ten-week educational program about county operations and services.
The Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport operates within the county boundaries, serving the tri-state region with domestic and international flights.
Big Bone Lick State Park contains prehistoric fossils and mineral springs that attracted ancient animals during the Ice Age period.
Location: Kentucky
Inception: December 13, 1798
Capital city: Burlington
Website: https://www.boonecountyky.org/
Part of: Cincinnati metropolitan area
Shares border with: Hamilton County, Kenton County, Grant County, Gallatin County, Switzerland County, Ohio County, Dearborn County, Crittenden
Website: https://boonecountyky.org
GPS coordinates: 38.97000,-84.73000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:50
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