Sugarloaf Mountain & Green Mountain Scenic Byway (CR-455 / CR-561)
Defying Florida's flat reputation, the Green Mountain Scenic Byway along Lake Apopka climbs into the rolling citrus hills of the Lake Wales Ridge. The centerpiece is Sugarloaf Mountain, which rises to 312 feet—the highest point on the Florida peninsula. CR-455 and CR-561 feature surprisingly steep 8-10% grades, fast blind crests, oak hammocks, and banked sweeping S-curves that feel more like the Carolina foothills than central Florida.
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How many curves and miles is Sugarloaf Mountain & Green Mountain Scenic Byway (CR-455 / CR-561)? ▼
Sugarloaf Mountain & Green Mountain Scenic Byway (CR-455 / CR-561) spans 21 miles and packs approximately 55 curves (2.6 curves per mile) with an elevation delta of 75 ft - 312 ft and technical rating 5.5/10.
Where are the start and end coordinates? ▼
The route starts at Montverde / Lake Apopka, FL (Latitude 28.6006, Longitude -81.6737) and finishes at Sugarloaf Mountain Summit / Minneola, FL (Latitude 28.6475, Longitude -81.7342).
How can I download the GPX file for GPS navigation? ▼
Click the "Download Free GPX" button on this guide. The standard XML file is 100% free and ready to load into Garmin zūmo, BMW Motorrad Connected, Rever, Scenic, or Google Maps.