Monticello Crossroads Scenic Byway Driving Tour

This scenic-byway driving tour commences at the rock-formed Dow’s Pulpit, where Reverend Lorenzo Dow, the famous “walking evangelist” used to preach

Seven Islands Trail Marker

Monticello Crossroads Scenic Byway Driving Tour - Pine forests and rolling pastures dominate the views along the Monticello Crossroads Scenic Byway as it runs through Jasper County. This 29-mile Byway emphasizes the rural and historic qualities of the area as it follows State Highways 11 and 83 heading north from the town of Monticello.

Native Americans and evangelical Methodist Circuit Riders once used these routes as they crossed the state. Highway 83 was also part of the Seven Island Stage Coach Road that ran from Augusta to New Orleans and the Natchez Trace. Several structures and the central business district of Monticello have been listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Another wonderful place to visit is the Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center and public fishing area. This 6,400-acre center, managed by the Georgia DRN Wildlife Resources Division. It offers tons of fun activities and programs. This beautiful area is centrally located in the state in a beautiful wooded setting near Mansfield, Georgia.

Amenities: Parking and Accessibility for mobility-impaired at various locations throughout. Phone: 706-468-8894

Roads Included in Byway are SR 11 from southern Monticello City Limits, northwest to Newton County Line and SR 83 from southern Monticello City Limits, northeast to Morgan County Line.

Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center Visitor Center

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Directions: There are 3 ways of reaching the Monticello Crossroads Scenic Byway:

Take I-20 to exit 98 - Turn south on SR 11 - The byway begins at the Jasper County line.

Take I-20 to exit 113 - Turn south on SR 83 - The byway begins at the Jasper County line. - or -

Take I-75 to exit 187 - Turn north on SR 83 - Byway begins at the southern Monticello city limit.