Route 11 Practically Runs Through All Of Georgia And It’s A Beautiful Drive

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 our favorites is Georgia State Route 11, which also happens to be the longest road in the Peach State. The entire Georgia Hwy 11 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.

A trip down (or up) the entire State Route 11 in Georgia 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 Georgia Hwy 11 the Monticello Crossroads Scenic Byway portion of the road is an excellent option.

This 29-mile route will take you through beautiful farmland, forests, and the historic district of the little town of Monticello.

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 Blaque Butterfly at Reese Hall.

You'll also find some interesting artifacts like the roadside Dow's Pulpit.

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 Georgia State Route 11 is a great way to experience a scenic drive in Georgia and get to see some of our under-appreciated areas!

Have you ever driven along any of State Route 11 in Georgia? Share your experiences in the comments!

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