Established in 1792 and spanning over 25 million acres, Kentucky is home to some of the most unique natural landscapes in the U.S. Notable landmarks include Mammoth Cave National Park, the vast Daniel Boone National Forest, the scenic Red River Gorge, and Land Between The Lakes National Recreation Area in the western part of the state. This expansive area between Lake Barkley and Kentucky Lake offers rich recreational opportunities like camping, boating, hiking, and wildlife viewing.

The state’s diverse terrain features picturesque rolling hills, fertile river valleys, and the Appalachian Mountains to the east.

Kentucky is widely known for its world-class thoroughbred horse farms, tobacco production, and livestock farming. The fertile soils support a variety of crops, including grains, soybeans, and hemp. The Bluegrass Region, with its rich limestone-based soil, is particularly famous for its agricultural potential.

Whether you’re interested in agricultural land, timber tracts, equestrian properties, or recreational acreage, land for sale in Kentucky offers a range of opportunities across the state’s iconic landscapes.

Kentucky, known as The Bluegrass State, is located in the Southeast region of the United States. The state is divided into several distinct land regions, each offering unique opportunities for land use and development:

  • Knobs Region
  • Bluegrass Region
  • Pennyroyal Region
  • Western Coalfield Region
  • Jackson Purchase

Hunting Land in Kentucky

Kentucky offers hunting opportunities across Appalachian foothills, hardwood forests, river valleys, and open farmlands. Popular game in the state includes bear, elk, wild turkey, white-tailed deer, crow, northern bobwhite, quail, rabbit, and squirrels. If you’re looking for hunting land for sale in Kentucky, the mix of terrain and thriving wildlife populations adds to its appeal. For details on hunting seasons, license requirements, and regulations, visit Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources.

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Kentucky Agriculture

Kentucky has approximately 13 million acres of farmland, supporting a diverse range of agricultural activities across the state. The state is known for producing horse farms, tobacco, livestock, grains, soybeans, and hemp, shaped by its humid subtropical climate, rolling hills, and fertile soil. If you’re looking for agricultural land for sale in Kentucky, you can explore available properties through our interactive search map. For more information on agriculture in the state, visit the Kentucky Department of Agriculture website.

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State Highlight

State’s Nickname Bluegrass State
Total Acreage 25,512,320
Region Southeast
Average Rainfall 58 inches
Farmland by Acre 13 million acres
Big Game Bear, Elk, Wild Turkey, White-tailed Deer
Small Game Crow, Northern Bobwhite, Quail, Rabbit, Squirrels
State Hunting Resources https://fw.ky.gov/Pages/default.aspx
State Parks https://parks.ky.gov/
National Parks Mammoth Cave National Park

https://www.nps.gov/state/ky/index.htm
State Parks and Wildlife  https://fw.ky.gov/pages/default.aspx
State Agricultural Resources http://www.kyagr.com/
USDA Agricultural Information https://www.nass.usda.gov/Statistics_by_State/Kentucky/
Signature Agriculture Commodities Grains, Hemp, Horse Farms, Livestock Farming, Tobacco Production, Soybean
Farm Service Agency https://www.fsa.usda.gov/state-offices/kentucky

 

Discover Land for Sale in Kentucky with Local Expertise

There’s a wide selection of land for sale in Kentucky, offering numerous opportunities for your next property. Working with a KW Land® agent provides the local insight and expertise needed to navigate land real estate with confidence. Start your search by exploring available listings on our interactive property map or connect with a KW Land® agent in Kentucky to guide you through the process.