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.
Drive Interstate 40 from Nashville to Knoxville and experience 187 miles of rolling hills, Cumberland Plateau vistas, and classic Tennessee scenery. Follow this detailed route narrative for landmarks, terrain changes, and what to expect along the way.
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A calm, first-person drive along Arkansas Highway 46 from Sheridan to Leolaβthrough pine plantations and Saline River bottomlandsβwith a worthwhile side trip to Jenkins Ferry Battleground State Park. Route details, scenery notes, local context, and a map.
A first-person drive on Arkansas Highway 46 from Redfield to Sheridan: 16 miles of Piney Woods, gentle curves, rural homesteads, and a smooth two-lane connector between AR 365/I-530 and US 270βwith local history and small-town context along the way.
A 31-mile Ozark-foothills drive on AR-25 from Heber Springs to Greenbrierβpast hay fields, hardwood ridges, and small-town main streetsβending at US-65 with valley views.
Cruise Arkansas Highway 16 from Greers Ferry to Heber Springsβa 22-mile lake-to-town drive of wooded ridgelines, fleeting Greers Ferry Lake views, and a welcoming finish near the Little Red River. Highlights include Devils Fork Recreation Area, Heber Springsβ trout-rich tailwater, and a smooth two-lane rhythm ideal for an unhurried pace.
Drive 22 scenic miles on Arkansas Highway 16 from US-65 in Clinton to Devils Fork Recreation Area at Greers Ferry Lake. Follow a first-person travelogue through Ozark ridges, pine-hardwood forest, and lake-view curvesβwith local tips and an interactive map.
Drive 24 miles on Arkansas Highway 95 from the AR-124 junction south of Cleveland to US-65B in Clinton. Enjoy Ozark-foothill scenery, rolling ridges, creek crossings, and rural communities on a smooth, two-lane route through Conway and Van Buren counties.
Cruise west along Arkansas Highway 124 from Center Ridge to Cleveland β a peaceful 11-mile drive through the wooded hills and farmland of Conway County, Arkansas, showcasing the timeless beauty of rural Ozark foothills.
Cruise five scenic miles along County Road 9 from Bono to Springfield, Arkansas. Experience Conway Countyβs blend of farmland, forest, and rolling Ozark foothills on this tranquil rural backroad connecting AR-285 and AR-92.
Experience a peaceful 4.6-mile drive along Burkett Flat Road from Greenbrier to Bono, Arkansas. This quiet rural route passes farmland, wooded ridges, and rolling hills in Faulkner County, offering a glimpse of authentic Arkansas countryside.
Experience a peaceful 14-mile drive along Alabama Route 20 from Stewartsville to Florence, moving from wooded Natchez Trace landscapes to rolling farmland and the busy urban gateway of the Shoals. A short but scenic look at the Tennessee Valleyβs changing terrain.
Drive 65 miles west on U.S. Route 72 from Corinth, Mississippi to Collierville, Tennessee, passing farmland, rural communities, and the expanding suburbs of the Memphis metro. A smooth four-lane corridor connecting the Tennessee Valley to the edge of the city.