Jackson County, Administrative county in southeastern Kentucky, United States.
Located within Kentucky's mountainous region, Jackson County spans 898 square kilometers with forests, valleys, and waterways throughout its boundaries.
The county was established in 1858 through land contributions from Madison, Estill, Owsley, Clay, Laurel, and Rockcastle counties, named after President Andrew Jackson.
The Battle of Big Hill reenactment takes place annually in Jackson County, commemorating the significant Civil War engagement that preceded Richmond's battle.
McKee serves as the county seat, providing governmental services and access to the Daniel Boone National Forest's recreational facilities and trails.
Flat Lick Falls features a 28-foot waterfall, primitive camping areas, and hiking paths within the county's natural environment.
Location: Kentucky
Inception: February 2, 1858
Capital city: McKee
Shares border with: Lee County, Owsley County, Clay County, Laurel County, Rockcastle County, Madison County, Estill County
Website: http://jacksoncountyky.us
GPS coordinates: 37.42000,-84.01000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:19
Daniel Boone National Forest
18.9 km
Roy Kidd Stadium
43.2 km
William Whitley House State Historic Site
48 km
Furnace Mountain
41.6 km
Sue Bennett College
33.6 km
Confederate Monument at Crab Orchard
43.8 km
Mt. Zion Christian Church
35.5 km
Lincoln Hall, Berea College
29.7 km
Federal Building-Courthouse
33.2 km
Buckhorn Presbyterian Church and the Greer Gymnasium
47.9 km
Ravenna Motor Vehicle Service Building
29.9 km
Kirksville Christian Church
44.3 km
Madison County Courthouse
43.7 km
St. Thomas Episcopal Church
31.6 km
Blythewood
39.3 km
First Evangelical Reformed Church
33.5 km
St. Therese Catholic Church
28.1 km
John Lair House
28.6 km
Annville Institute
11.6 km
Bennett Hiatt Log House
28.9 km
Irvine Historic Business District
31.3 km
Peabody-Fordson Historic District
48.6 km
Irvine Grade School
31.2 km
Beattyville Grade School
31.9 km
Clay City National Bank Building
49.7 km
Downtown Richmond Historic District
44.3 km
Natural Bridge State Resort Park
48.6 km
Levi Jackson Wilderness Road State Park
37.6 kmReviews
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