1. Pacific Coast Highway, California
Drive along California’s stunning coastline from San Francisco to Los Angeles. Highlights include Big Sur, Monterey, and Santa Barbara.
2. Route 66
The iconic Route 66 runs from Chicago to Santa Monica, offering a journey through America’s heartland. Visit historic towns, roadside attractions, and classic diners.
3. Blue Ridge Parkway, North Carolina and Virginia
The Blue Ridge Parkway offers scenic views of the Appalachian Mountains. Enjoy hiking, waterfalls, and charming towns like Asheville and Roanoke.
4. Great River Road, Mississippi River
Follow the Mississippi River from Minnesota to Louisiana. Explore historic sites, river towns, and cultural landmarks along the way.
5. Overseas Highway, Florida Keys
The Overseas Highway connects Miami to Key West, offering stunning ocean views and island hopping. Visit the Seven Mile Bridge, Bahia Honda State Park, and Key Largo.
6. The Loneliest Road, Nevada (US Route 50)
US Route 50 through Nevada offers a remote and scenic journey. Explore ghost towns, Great Basin National Park, and the quirky town of Ely.
7. Skyline Drive, Virginia
Skyline Drive runs through Shenandoah National Park, offering beautiful views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Enjoy hiking, wildlife spotting, and scenic overlooks.
8. The Alaska Highway
The Alaska Highway stretches from British Columbia to Alaska, offering rugged landscapes and wildlife. Highlights include Kluane National Park and Denali National Park.
9. Historic Columbia River Highway, Oregon
This scenic drive follows the Columbia River Gorge, offering waterfalls, hiking trails, and stunning viewpoints. Don’t miss Multnomah Falls and Crown Point.
10. The Great Smoky Mountains, Tennessee and North Carolina
Explore the Great Smoky Mountains National Park on a scenic drive through lush forests and mountain vistas. Highlights include Clingmans Dome, Cades Cove, and Newfound Gap Road.