Lyon County, County administrative division in Kentucky, United States
Lyon County is a county in Kentucky situated between Nashville and Paducah, spanning rolling hills and forested land. The territory borders Lake Barkley and is characterized by rural communities, with Eddyville serving as the administrative center.
Lyon County was established by the Kentucky General Assembly on January 14, 1854, with Eddyville designated as its county seat. The creation followed settlement growth and administrative division of the region during the mid-1800s.
The Kentucky State Penitentiary, established in Eddyville in 1886, remains a central element of the county's institutional framework.
The area is accessible via the Western Kentucky Parkway and US Route 62 for convenient travel connections. Eddyville provides basic services and facilities for visitors exploring this rural region.
The territory includes portions of Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area, a recreational space between two major reservoirs. Visitors can enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, fishing, and water sports year-round.
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