Monticello (Kentucky)

Monticello  is a small city in Kentucky's Southern Lakes region. It is the county seat of Wayne County and one of the cities located on Lake Cumberland.

Understand
Nearby Lake Cumberland is one of the largest man made lakes east of the Mississippi River in the United States. As a lakeside community, Monticello's economy is mostly based on lake tourism. Three houseboat manufacturers are based in the city and have given rise to the motto "Houseboat capital of the world."

By car
Monticello does not lie on any interstate or US highway. The main highway through the area is KY-90 which provides access to Glasgow to the west and Somerset to the east.

By boat
Several local marinas provide access from Lake Cumberland.



Fishing
Lake Cumberland is known for its Striped Bass fishing and there are local guide services available.

Drink
Monticello and Wayne County are dry, meaning no alcohol sales are allowed. There is one exception, wine sales and consumption are allowed at Lake Cumberland Winery. The nearest location that allows alcohol sales is Somerset.

Go next

 * Glasgow
 * Somerset

Outdoors

 * Big South Fork National Recreation Area
 * Daniel Boone National Forest