Cruise through downtown Monticello, Arkansas, as we travel 3 miles west on U.S. Highway 278. From McCloy Street to Gaines Avenue and back to US-425, this short route offers a look at the city’s historic core and highway connections.
🌞 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 landscapes—from 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 culture—past 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 destination—it’s about the journey.
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Arkansas Highway 35: Dermott to Monticello
Explore 21 miles of Arkansas Delta country as we drive AR-35 from Dermott to Monticello. This rural route links small towns, farmland, and the future I-69 corridor in southeast Arkansas.
Arkansas Highway 35: Monticello to Dermott
Cruise 21 miles through southeast Arkansas on AR-35 from Monticello to Dermott. This peaceful two-lane route crosses the future path of I-69 and passes through Cominto and Baxter before arriving in historic Dermott.
U.S. Highway 278: Eastbound in Monticello – Arkansas
Take a short drive eastbound through Monticello, Arkansas, on U.S. Highway 278. Explore the town’s downtown charm, historic layout, and local businesses in just three scenic miles.
U.S. Highway 425: Pine Bluff to Star City – Arkansas
Cruise 27 miles south along U.S. Highway 425 from Pine Bluff to Star City through the heart of southeast Arkansas farmland. Discover rural communities, local history, and a scenic stretch of highway connecting key small towns in the region.
U.S. Highway 79: Altheimer to Pine Bluff – Arkansas
Drive 11 miles south along US-79 from Altheimer to Pine Bluff, Arkansas, crossing the Arkansas River and skirting farmland and industry before entering one of the Delta’s key cities.
Arkansas Highway 15: England to Altheimer
Drive 19 miles through Arkansas’s Delta farmland along Highway 15 from England to Altheimer. Explore small towns like Tucker and Sherrill while following a route steeped in agricultural history and quiet scenic beauty.
U.S. Highway 165: North Little Rock to England – Arkansas
Travel 22 miles south along U.S. Highway 165 from North Little Rock to England, Arkansas. Explore fertile Delta farmland, historic small towns, and roadside attractions like Toltec Mounds and the Plantation Agriculture Museum.
U.S. Highway 64: Marion to Earle – Arkansas
Travel 17 miles west along U.S. Highway 64 from Marion to Earle, Arkansas, through the fertile Delta farmland of Crittenden County. Pass through Crawfordsville and explore small-town Arkansas along this historic stretch of highway.
US Highway 412: Chestnut Grove to Jackson – Tennessee
Drive 58 miles across scenic western Tennessee on U.S. Highway 412 from Chestnut Grove to Jackson. Explore historic towns like Linden and Parsons, cross the Tennessee River, and cruise a four-lane highway through forest and farmland to the regional city of Jackson.
Mississippi Highway 475: Airport Rd in Jackson
Drive both directions on Mississippi Highway 475 – Airport Road – through the heart of suburban Jackson, MS. This key connector serves the Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport and links MS-468 to US-80 in Flowood.
Mississippi Highway 25: Jackson to Flowood
Drive 3.5 miles along Mississippi Highway 25 (Lakeland Drive) from Jackson to Flowood, passing LeFleur’s Bluff State Park and crossing the Pearl River into a growing suburb full of shopping and dining.