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. Discover authentic Appalachian living in Owsley County, an Eastern Kentucky treasure with Booneville as its county seat. Home to a small population of just over 4,400, this county offers rugged, heavily wooded land, perfect for those seeking ultimate privacy, self-sufficiency, and a connection to unspoiled natural beauty.