Located in the ‘heart of it all’ in the golden triangle of Cincinnati, Lexington and Louisville, the village of Crittenden sits in northeastern Grant County, just south of the borders of Boone and Kenton counties. The towns and villages here are known for their southern hospitality and beautiful surroundings, whatever the season. Established in 1831, the village was named for Kentucky statesman John J. Crittenden, a three-term senator, former Governor of Kentucky and two-time Attorney General of the U.S. over 4000 residents call Crittenden home, enjoying the relaxation of life lived at a slower pace.
Crittenden is the home of reality television show contestant Rodger Bingham, a much-loved participant on Survivor, The Australian Outback, 2001. Nicknamed “Kentucky Joe”, Rodger finished 5th in the competition.
Transportation
I75 is the major artery through Grant County; Dixie Highway (St. Rt. 25) is the north/south thoroughfare through the village. St. Rts. 491 and 2942 cross the rolling hills.
Hospitals
Northern Kentucky’s sprawling St. Elizabeth has a primary care/urgent care/specialist office is in Crittenden. (A satellite hospital is in Williamstown in Grant County.) The Crittenden and Community Volunteer Fire Department provide EMS service to the village residents.
Shopping
All your daily needs can be met in the village or nearby Williamstown or Dry Ridge, but a more in-depth shopping trip will require a ride in the car to Florence or Georgetown. There are several local restaurants in Crittenden, including The Grape Vines Bar & Bistro which is in a former veterinary clinic. Tacos Los Compadres is a taco truck turned restaurant and is very popular. Whippy Dip is the place to get an ice cream!
Recreation
Life is lived in the country here with residents creating their own opportunities to enjoy the bounty of the outdoors. The 1100-acre Lloyd Wildlife Park provides plenty of virgin forest, nature trails, archery, trap and skeet ranges along with a popular spot for fishing. Grant County Park just south of the village offers picnic areas, walking and fitness trails, and the Bullock Pen Lake is in Crittenden and is a 134-acre reservoir with a boat ramp. Leary Lake & Archery Range offers a 4.6 acre lake for fishing. Boltz Lake, Corinth Lake and Williamstown Lake are located within a 20-minute drive.
Martha Blaine Outdoor Theatre. It is home to Grant County Little League baseball/softball fields. Nearby Williamstown Lake offers additional boating and recreational opportunities. The Eagle Creek Country Club in nearby Dry Ridge caters to area golfers.
Lifestyle
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