We are lucky enough to have many scenic drives in Georgia that are great for an afternoon spent on the asphalt, whether you’re in a car or on a motorcycle. One of the best is Georgia State Route 11, which also happens to be the longest road in the Peach State. The entire route is wonderful and a great way to see much of the state, but it’s also quite lengthy and we understand that you may not have the time to enjoy the entire trip. Today, we’d like to focus on the Monticello Crossroads Scenic Byway, which represent a short segment of this beautiful route.
In total, Georgia Route 11 (SR-11) runs through 376 miles of the state. It touches both the Florida and North Carolina state lines, and roughly divides the state in two length-wise.
Howardsf/Wikimedia Commons A trip down (or up) the entire highway will take you through some seriously underappreciated regions of the state. You’ll go through Macon, Jefferson, Gainesville, and several other great cities and small towns. However, we realize that not everyone has the time to take this approximately six-hour trek.
If you just have a few hours and would like to explore one of the best areas of Route 11, the Monticello Crossroads Scenic Byway portion of the road is an excellent option.
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This 29-mile route will take you through beautiful farmland, forests, and the historic district of the little town of Monticello.
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Monticello was named after Thomas Jefferson’s estate in Virginia. The town has a population of around 2,500 and contains some lovely old buildings, such as the Reese Hall Bed and Breakfast (pictured).
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You’ll also find some interesting artifacts like the roadside Dow’s Pulpit.
Google Maps This natural pulpit is just off the side of Route 11 and was a frequent stop for traveling pastors in the 1800s.
This is such a charming area of the state that doesn’t get nearly as much love as it deserves. Traveling along part of Route 11 is a great way to experience a scenic drive in Georgia and get to see some of our under-appreciated areas!
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Have you ever driven along any of Georgia Route 11? Share your experiences in the comments!
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A trip down (or up) the entire highway will take you through some seriously underappreciated regions of the state. You’ll go through Macon, Jefferson, Gainesville, and several other great cities and small towns. However, we realize that not everyone has the time to take this approximately six-hour trek.
C Smith/Flickr
Thomas Persons Hall/Google Local
Jeff D/Tripadvisor
Google Maps
This natural pulpit is just off the side of Route 11 and was a frequent stop for traveling pastors in the 1800s.
City of Monticello/Facebook
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