One of the Most Beautiful Streets in the US

By Teresa Wirthlin

 Magnolia Avenue in the ancient city of St. Augustine has been labeled "one of the most beautiful streets in America" by National Geographic.


61 trees made up of 59 live oaks, one water oak, and one laurel oak make up a graceful canopy over the street, dripping with Spanish Moss. It is a breathtaking example of the natural beauty that abounds in Florida.

Near the Fountain of Youth, you'll turn right on Myrtle Avenue just north of Mission Nombre de Dios, go to the end, and turn left.

The canopy has thinned since the hurricanes in 2004, but in 2005, the city paid an arborist to examine each of the 61 trees to investigate problems and make recommendations. 

The street is highly photographable, and well worth a stop to get out and look around.

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