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Monticello Kentucky Map

Explore Monticello, Kentucky, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Monticello, Kentucky

How to Use This Monticello, Kentucky Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Monticello, Kentucky. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Kentucky or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Monticello.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Monticello
State	Kentucky (KY)
County	Wayne County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/Kentucky/Monticello)

Latitude	36.841142
Longitude	-84.851327
Population	5,753
Density	364.7 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	40503, 42633
Area Code	606, 270
County Seat	Monticello
School District	Wayne County School District

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About Monticello, Kentucky

Monticello is a locality in Wayne County, Kentucky, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,753. The population density is 364.7 people per km². Monticello is located at 36.8411°N, 84.8513°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/Kentucky/Monticello) timezone. Monticello is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 40503, 42633.

Monticello occupies a quiet expanse of land defined by the gentle dips and rises of the Elk Spring Valley. It lies 22.6 miles southwest of Somerset, KY (from Somerset, KY: bearing 217°T), and is situated 34.8 miles northeast of Monroe. The landscape here is characterized by porous limestone foundations that drink in the rain, feeding the flow of Elk Spring Creek as it winds through the local terrain. A short distance away, the waters of Cross Pond provide a still, reflective surface that mirrors the shifting clouds of the afternoon. While the distant Appalachian Mountains frame the eastern horizon in shades of hazy blue, the immediate surroundings remain dominated by lush fields and woodland. The nearby presence of Jock Falls offers a sudden, sharp rhythm to the otherwise steady pace of the local topography.

Monticello grew from the industrious spirit of early settlers who recognized the potential in the surrounding mineral-rich soil and timber. The local economy has long balanced the demands of agriculture with diverse manufacturing ventures that provide a steady livelihood for residents. Over time, the area developed a reputation for its specialized production, moving from raw material extraction to the refined goods that sustain modern commerce. This history of production remains evident in the way the land is partitioned and worked, reflecting a legacy of careful cultivation and trade. Memorial Park serves as the central point for public life, anchoring the daily routines of the people who maintain the local industry. The resilience of the regional labor force continues to shape the character of Monticello as it navigates the shifting currents of a modern economy.

Cultural character in Monticello is expressed through a quiet, steady adherence to tradition and a profound sense of neighborliness. Visitors often find themselves drawn to the understated beauty of the local landscape, where the quality of light at dusk softens the edges of the limestone bluffs. Memorial Park acts as the primary venue for community gatherings, fostering a sense of continuity that anchors the social life of the residents. While the region remains modest in its claims, it has nurtured individuals like the pioneering musician Roscoe Holcomb, whose influence on traditional mountain music echoes the stark, honest beauty of the surroundings. The rhythm of the days here is measured by the changing seasons and the simple, persistent persistence of life in the valley. Life in Monticello flows with the same reliable grace as the nearby creeks, offering a space where the past and present exist in a quiet, unforced harmony.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Wayne County Historical Museum (Museum) — 0.8 mi, 169° S
Wayne County Historic Theater (Cinema) — 0.8 mi, 170° S
Wayne County Doughboy (Monument) — 0.8 mi, 171° S
Memorial Park (Local Park) — 1.1 mi, 156° SE
Lake Cumberland Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 2.1 mi, 225° SW
Cumberland Recreation Area (Recreation Area) — 2.1 mi, 226° SW
Lake Cumberland (Recreation Area) — 2.5 mi, 239° SW
Meadow Creek Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 8.5 mi, 049° NE
Lake Cumberland State Resort Park (State Park) — 10.2 mi, 298° NW
Handcock Falls (Attraction) — 11.3 mi, 251° W
Daniel Boone National Forest (National Forest) — 11.8 mi, 141° SE · 564k acres
Hollow Rock (Attraction) — 14.7 mi, 145° SE
Tommy Jones Memorial (Monument) — 15.6 mi, 311° NW
Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument (National Monument) — 16.0 mi, 023° NE · 33 acres
Confederate Mass Grave Monument (Monument) — 16.1 mi, 023° NE
Pickett State Forest (State Resource Management Area) — 16.2 mi, 183° S
Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area (Wild & Scenic River) — 16.8 mi, 167° S · 114k acres
Buzzard Rock (Viewpoint) — 18.1 mi, 100° E
Showplace Cinemas (Cinema) — 18.3 mi, 043° NE
Pickett (State Park) — 18.9 mi, 169° S
American Flag Mural (Public Artwork) — 19.8 mi, 319° NW
Beaver Creek Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 20.1 mi, 081° E · 4,854 acres
Beast Mode (Attraction) — 20.3 mi, 094° E
Rock Hole (Attraction) — 21.5 mi, 164° S
Six Gun City (Historic Ruins) — 27.8 mi, 090° E
Old Jail Museum (Museum) — 28.9 mi, 189° S
Massengale Homestead (Historic Ruins) — 34.8 mi, 166° S
Royal Blue Wildlife Management Area (Nature Reserve) — 41.9 mi, 133° SE
Sander's Cafe and Museum (Museum) — 42.7 mi, 079° E
McHargue's Mill (Museum) — 47.1 mi, 069° E

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