Drive 29 miles along Interstate 75 from downtown Cincinnati across the Brent Spence Bridge into northern Kentucky. Pass through Covington, Florence, and Erlanger before meeting I-71 near Walton as the landscape shifts from urban to rural.
π The South
Watch Southern U.S. driving videos through Arkansas, Tennessee, Kentucky, Mississippi, Alabama, and Louisiana, featuring Interstate highways, backroads, and scenic byways.
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.
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Interstate 57: North Little Rock to Searcy – Arkansas
Drive 44 miles along newly designated Interstate 57 from North Little Rock to Searcy, Arkansas, passing through suburbs, air base access, farmland, and small towns along the historic alignment of U.S. 67. Includes interchanges with I-40, AR-440, and US-64.
Arkansas Highway 100: Maumelle to North Little Rock
Drive 5 miles along Arkansas Highway 100 from Maumelle to North Little Rock, passing suburban neighborhoods, key intersections like Counts Massie Road, and ending at I-430. A vital suburban connector in central Arkansas.
Arkansas Highway 186: Altus to Wiederkehr Village
Explore Arkansas Highway 186 from Altus to Wiederkehr Villageβa scenic 3-mile drive through Arkansas wine country. Pass historic vineyards, climb St. Maryβs Mountain, and visit one of the stateβs oldest churches along the way.
Arkansas Highway 309: Paris to Ozark
Take a scenic 16-mile drive along Arkansas Highway 309 from Paris to Ozark, winding through farmland, forest, and the Mount Magazine Scenic Byway. A quiet and beautiful backroad drive in the Arkansas River Valley.
Arkansas Highway 22: Dardanelle to Paris
Drive 34 miles west on Arkansas Highway 22 from Dardanelle to Paris through lakeside views, farmland, and historic communities. Highlights include Shoal Bay, Subiaco Abbey, and access to Mount Magazine Scenic Byway.
Interstate 40: Exit 146 – White Oak Crossing – Arkansas
Explore the newly opened Exit 146 at White Oak Crossing on Interstate 40 in Arkansasβbuilt to improve traffic flow between Maumelle and North Little Rock with better access to growing residential and commercial areas.
Arkansas Highway 154: Oppelo to Petit Jean State Park
Take a scenic 13-mile drive along Arkansas Highway 154 from the farmlands of Oppelo to the heart of Petit Jean State Park. Climb the switchbacks of Petit Jean Mountain, enjoy sweeping views, and explore historic landmarks like Stouts Point, the Museum of Automobiles, and Mather Lodge.
Arkansas Highway 9: Perryville to Oppelo
Drive 7 miles north along Arkansas Highway 9 from Perryville to Oppelo, passing through the town of Perry and scenic farmland in the Arkansas River Valley before connecting to AR-154 toward Petit Jean State Park.
Arkansas Highway 60: Conway to Perryville
Take a scenic 21-mile drive west on Arkansas Highway 60 from Conway to Perryville. Cross the Arkansas River at Toad Suck, pass through farmland and small towns like Bigelow and Houston, and end in the foothills of the Ouachitas at Perryville.
Arkansas River Trail: Faulkner County – Rocky Gap – Old Military Rd – McNutt Rd – Arkansas
Take a scenic drive along the Arkansas River Trail in Faulkner County, Arkansas, following Rocky Gap Rd, Old Military Rd, and McNutt Rd from rural Mayflower to Conway. Discover quiet farmland, wooded hillsides, and a glimpse of the regionβs historic routes.
Arkansas Highway 89 (Old Alignment): Mayflower to Lollie
Take a drive on the older alignment of Arkansas Highway 89 from Mayflower to Lollie in Faulkner County, Arkansas. This 4-mile video showcases a now-rerouted segment of the highway, offering a quiet, scenic journey past creeks, cemeteries, and Stone Lake before ending at the Arkansas River Trail near Rocky Gap Rd.