Lewis County is situated in far northeastern Kentucky at junction Licking River & Ohio River bordering Adams Brown Scioto counties with Vanceburg serving as its county seat had an estimated population 14 086 making it second smallest county terms size spread across 321 sq miles yet fourth largest terms people per square mile supported main economic activities such agricultural production livestock farming lumber works dairy products tobacco cash-crops tourism although may small scale enterprises proving good impact local economy . Trammel Wildlife Management Preserve near Saltlick offers ample opportunities for outdoors recreational activities hunting fishing camping tours biking trails fact that every person regardless age can enjoy spend quality time here attracts thousands visitors this serene spot which injection finances small yet flourishing local businesses thus indirectly helps Lewis county thrive.