Marion County sits close to Tennessee border in western Kentucky covering 409 square miles with population being around 19 thousand people based on 2020 estimates. Marion features notable landmarks like Perryville Battlefield State Historic Site which preserves history from Civil War era and scenic parks like Jesse Stuart Nature Preserve which offer abundant opportunities for camping boating cycling or hiking activities. Agriculture continues to remain key economic activity in Marion county with local farmers typically producing crops such as corn wheat ,soybeans and hay