Dorton is an unincorporated community and coal town in southern Pike County, Kentucky, United States.

It is centered at the confluence of Dorton and Shelby Creeks and the junction of U.S. 23 and KY 610, 13 miles south of Pikeville.

[citation needed] Dorton Elementary School is located in the community.

Notable Residents Elisha Justice - 2010 Kentucky "Mr. Basketball".

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