Orchard Grass Hills, Kentucky — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live National Weather Service conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Orchard Grass Hills, Oldham County.
| City | Orchard Grass Hills |
| State | Kentucky (KY) |
| County | Oldham |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 38.32368 |
| Longitude | -85.521349 |
| Population | 1,912 |
| Density | 1996.1 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
Orchard Grass Hills is a locality in Oldham County, Kentucky, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,912. The population density is 1996.1 people per km². Orchard Grass Hills is located at 38.3237°N, 85.5213°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 40014.
Orchard Grass Hills unfolds across a landscape of gentle slopes and verdant hollows, a place where the rolling terrain of Kentucky’s Bluegrass region finds its expression. It lies 9.2 miles north-north-east of Jeffersontown, KY (from Jeffersontown, KY: bearing 15°T), and is situated 9.4 miles south of Owen. Sunlight, when it breaks through the often-overcast skies, casts long, soft shadows that stretch and recede with the passing hours, illuminating the broad expanses of pastureland punctuated by stands of mature oak and maple. The air itself carries a subtle dampness, a constant reminder of the frequent rains that nourish this fertile ground, and in the quiet moments, the lowing of cattle or the distant rumble of a tractor can be heard, a soothing counterpoint to the rustling leaves. Here, the earth feels rich and yielding, a deep, dark loam that promises abundance. The history of Orchard Grass Hills is intrinsically tied to the agricultural heritage of Oldham County, a legacy of farming that has shaped its character and economy for generations. This is a land where tobacco, corn, and soybeans once dominated, but now more emphasis is placed on cattle ranching and the cultivation of hay, contributing to the iconic rolling pastures that define the region. While no single grand landmark dominates the skyline, the enduring presence of ancestral farmsteads, their weathered barns and fences speaking of a continuity of purpose, offers a quiet testament to the enduring spirit of its inhabitants. The local economy, while diverse, still hums with the understated rhythm of rural life, where the success of the harvest and the health of the livestock remain central concerns, fostering a sense of deep connection to the land.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Orchard Grass Hills, Kentucky with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Orchard Grass Hills and Oldham County. Coordinates and population data are also included.
Location data for Orchard Grass Hills is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity, not name matching alone — ensuring the correct Orchard Grass Hills is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. Location verified by proximity — not name matching alone. |