Barren County is a South Central Kentucky agricultural hub centered on Glasgow. Mammoth Cave National Park borders the county, and the area offers some of the most affordable productive farmland in the state. 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.