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8 Fantastic Things To Do In Monticello, Florida For Adventure & History

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The word “hidden gem” gets tossed around a lot when talking about destinations, but Monticello, Florida was that for us.

This history-clad small town in Florida is small and quaint, and one that pulls you in and welcomes you like a long-lost friend.

Famous for its historic buildings and antebellum homes, charming downtown district, and quiet pace of life, there are only a few things to do in Monticello, but that’s all part of its charm.

Monticello courthouse

Monticello is the county seat of Jefferson County, a rural region in Florida. It’s so small, it’s even the only county that doesn’t have a single traffic light – it doesn’t need one, everything goes slow in Monticello.

However, if you’re planning on visiting Monticello and you’re not sure what to see and do, here are some of the things we got up to on our 3-day stay.

What is special about Monticello, Florida?

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The city of Monticello is in the heart of Natural North Florida and has a population of just over 2,000 people.

This charming, historical town, located 24-miles east of the state capitol, Tallahassee, was founded in 1827 and is the seat of Jefferson County.

Jefferson is known as the Keystone County for its unspoiled beauty and mild climate offering the ‘keys to quality living.’

wacissa river monticello
Rope swing over the springhead at Wacissa River

Thankfully, we had Katrina from the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce as our local guide sharing with us the top attractions in Monticello and the beauty of this rural region and lifestyle.

She enthusiastically introduced us to many locals, sharing their fascinating stories and backgrounds and making the town come alive.

We also discovered a place full of adventure, unique and pristine beauty, historical and educational experiences, and a community focused on supporting local businesses and a vibrant lifestyle.

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Things to Do in Monticello

1. Kayak or Airboat the Wacissa River

Airboat the Wacissa River, Florida

If you want to experience a true Florida treasure, exploring the Wacissa River is a must. It’s one of the most pristine, beautiful, and adventurous experiences we’ve had in the US.

So much so, we’re wrote an entire post dedicated to our amazing experience exploring the Wacissa River by airboat and kayak.

The Wacissa River is a first magnitude clear, spring-fed…

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