Grayson County is a Central Kentucky county centered on Leitchfield. Rough River Lake, affordable rural acreage, and a growing small-town economy attract land buyers seeking value and outdoor recreation. The Eastern Kentucky county of Leslie, with Hyden as its seat and a population of about 10,120, is characterized by its deep hollows and forested mountains, presenting a unique opportunity for land buyers looking for remote, unspoiled terrain ideal for off-grid living and self-sufficiency.