Take a scenic 15-mile drive along Arkansas Highway 128 from De Roche to Hot Springs, winding through forested hills, over the Ouachita River, and into the heart of one of Arkansasβs most popular tourist cities.
π The South
Hit the road through the American South with scenic drives across Kentucky, Louisiana, Florida, and more. Discover historic byways, bayous, and Southern backroads.
Welcome to The South, where every mile tells a story rich in culture, history, and charm. This region spans a vibrant tapestry of landscapesβfrom the smoky peaks of Appalachia to the flat, sun-drenched Gulf Coast. Whether you're cruising through the Bluegrass hills of Kentucky, exploring the bayous of Louisiana, or winding along Florida's backroads, the South delivers a uniquely American experience filled with hospitality and heart.
Our drives across the Southern United States reveal both well-known highways and forgotten backroads. You'll find scenic routes like the Natchez Trace Parkway, legendary paths like U.S. Route 11, and countless stretches of local charm dotted with BBQ joints, cotton fields, old rail crossings, and Civil War-era courthouses. This category is your guide to all the hidden gems and major corridors that shape Southern road cultureβpast and present.
From family road trips to solo explorations, The South offers something for every traveler. Expect stunning vistas, historical detours, and a slower pace that invites you to roll down the windows and take it all in. Let the cicadas sing, the gas station coffee flow, and the roadside attractions surprise you. This is Southern road travel, and it's never just about the destinationβitβs about the journey.
States in The South π
Explore π The South
Arkansas Highway 123: Lamar to Sand Gap
Join us for a 35-mile journey through one of Arkansasβs most scenic and twist-filled stretches as we head north from Lamar to Sand Gap along Arkansas Highway 123 β better known among motorcycle enthusiasts as The Arkansas Dragon. This ride...
Arkansas Highway 84: Bismarck to De Roche
Take a relaxing 8-mile drive through rural Arkansas along Highway 84 from Bismarck to De Roche, passing forests, farmland, and quiet countryside in Hot Spring County.
Arkansas Highway 227: Hot Springs to Lake Ouachita State Park
Take a 12-mile scenic drive along Arkansas Highway 227 from the edge of Hot Springs through Mountain Pine to the shores of Lake Ouachita State Park. Explore attractions like the Mid-America Science Museum and end your ride at one of Arkansasβs clearest lakes.
U.S. Route 49: Lula to Helena – Mississippi/Arkansas
Travel U.S. Route 49 from Lula, Mississippi, to Helena, Arkansas, crossing the Mississippi River via the Helena Bridge and exploring Delta culture in this scenic 4-mile drive.
Mississippi Highway 14: Rolling Fork
Travel five miles west along Mississippi Highway 14 through Rolling Fork, Mississippi, for a short but scenic drive that begins on Race Street and ends at Highway 1. Explore the Mississippi Deltaβs quiet charm and history.
U.S. Route 61: Vicksburg to Rolling Fork – Mississippi
Cruise 43 miles of Mississippi Delta soul along U.S. Route 61 from Vicksburg to Rolling Fork. Discover small towns, blues history, farmland views, and quiet two-lane highway charm on this scenic stretch of the historic Blues Highway.
U.S. Route 80: Tallulah to Delta – Louisiana
Cruise 15 miles of U.S. Route 80 from Tallulah to Delta, Louisiana, passing through scenic bayous, rural farmland, and historic small towns before merging with I-20 to cross the Mississippi River.
U.S. Route 65: Lake Providence to Tallulah – Louisiana
Cruise 29 miles down U.S. Route 65 from Lake Providence to Tallulah, Louisiana. This peaceful drive along the Mississippi River weaves through quiet farmland, historic small towns, and natural wetland habitatsβperfect for a scenic rural road trip.
U.S. Route 65: Eudora Arkansas to Lake Providence Louisiana
Take a scenic 24-mile drive along U.S. Route 65 from Eudora, Arkansas to Lake Providence, Louisiana. Explore Delta farmland, lakeside views, and small-town charm as this quiet two-lane route winds through the heart of the Lower Mississippi Valley.
U.S. Route 65: Lake Village to Eudora – Arkansas
Cruise 16 miles down U.S. Route 65 from Lake Village to Eudora through the heart of Arkansasβs Delta country. This scenic rural drive showcases farmland, history, and small-town charm along the Mississippi Riverβs western edge.
Arkansas Highway 144: Lake Village to Lake Chicot State Park
Cruise along the tranquil banks of Lake Chicot on Arkansas Highway 144, from Lake Village to Lake Chicot State Park. This 8-mile lakeside drive offers quiet scenery, wildlife viewing, and direct access to one of Arkansasβs most beautiful parks.