Hindman, KY

united states

Hindman is a small county seat tucked into eastern Kentucky's coal country, home to about 790 people along Troublesome Creek. Reach it via winding Route 80 from Hazard or Route 160 north to Prestonsburg and US 23. The drive involves steep mountain roads that demand attention, especially in winter. The town centers around the historic Hindman Settlement School, which has preserved Appalachian culture and education since 1902.