Embrace the great outdoors in McCreary County, Eastern Kentucky, with Whitley City as its county seat. This county of approximately 17,000 residents is a gateway to Daniel Boone National Forest, offering unparalleled opportunities for hunting, hiking, and building a secluded cabin or homestead. Embrace rural serenity in Owen County, located in North Central Kentucky with Owenton as its county seat. With a population of roughly 10,900, this county is characterized by its scenic river valleys and woodlands, offering ideal land for homesteading, recreational activities, and escaping the hustle and bustle.