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Posted in Florida Attractions, Sights & Landmarks December 16, 2022 by Marisa Roman

We Bet You Didn’t Know This Small Town In Florida Was Home To The Smallest Post Office In America

Regarding roadside attractions, Florida has quite a few memorable spots. There is something about Florida roadside landmarks that brings out both weirdness and wonderfulness. For example, did you know that on the way down to Key West, you’ll find Big Betsy, a giant lobster off of Overseas Highway? However, at the other end of the size spectrum, there’s a small town with something so small it happens to be the smallest of its kind in America. Head to Ochopee, Florida, to visit America’s smallest post office.

As you head down US Hwy 41, the famed Tamiami Trail, mile marker 72 in Ochopee. Here, you’ll find a unique roadside attraction as long as you keep your eyes peeled!

The country's smallest United States Post Office is located in Ochopee, and it’s likely a lot smaller than expected.

Looking more like an outhouse than a post office, this small shed once served as an irrigation pipe-storage shed for a tomato farm!

However, after a disastrous fire at Ochopee’s general store and post office in town, there was a rush to put this building into service.

In 1953, the post office opened, manned by just one staffer - likely because only one staffer can fit in the building at a time!

Working as both a post office and ticket station for Railway’s bus line, people come from all over to check this famed spot out.

Moreover, tourists and stamp collectors from all over the globe head to Ochopee for a slice of history or to send a postcard with the famed postmark!

Did you know that Ochopee, Florida, has America’s smallest post office? Have you ever visited? Share with us your experience in the comments section!

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Address: Ochopee Post Office Historical Marker, 38000 Tamiami Trail E, Ochopee, FL 34141, USA

A New Jersey native with over 15 years of writing experience, Marisa has studied at both New York University and Florida International University. She has lived all over the country, including a decade stint in South Florida. Marisa is well-versed in exploration as she travels a good majority of the year in her self-converted Sprinter van. Her articles have been featured in various notable publications over the years, she has a published collection of short stories, and three completed screenplays under her belt.