Nestled in Kentucky's Eastern region, Knox County, with its seat in Barbourville and a population around 31,145, offers rolling hills and access to Daniel Boone National Forest, ideal for those seeking rugged, natural beauty and opportunities for outdoor recreation on their land. Pulaski County sits at the edge of the Daniel Boone National Forest near Lake Cumberland. Somerset serves as the commercial center for a region known for outdoor recreation, affordable land, and growing tourism.