2019 Map of Campton

About this map

Campton serves as the focal point of this region, situated where the Bert T Combs Mountain Parkway meets local routes like Steele St and Main St. The landscape is defined by the sharp transition from the uplands of the Daniel Boone National Forest to the deeply incised valleys of the North Fork Kentucky River and its numerous tributaries. Small communities and named points such as Vortex, Mary, and Grannie are scattered along the ridgelines and creek beds, illustrating the traditional Appalachian settlement pattern where habitation follows the topography of places like Sandy Ridge and Tar Ridge. Family history is well-represented through numerous burial sites, including Evans Cem, Crow Cem, and Carroll Cem, which remain tucked away near secondary roads. The northern reach is distinguished by Campton Lake and the drainage of Swift Camp Cr, while the southern boundary tracks the winding course of the river near Hurst.