Take a relaxing drive along Arkansas Highway 365 from Maumelle to Conway. This 18-mile route winds past Lake Conway, through the heart of Mayflower, and into the college town of Conway, offering scenic views and small-town charm.
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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Arkansas Highway 100: Maumelle Blvd – South in Maumelle
Take a 3-mile drive down Arkansas Highway 100βMaumelle Boulevardβthrough the heart of Maumelle, Arkansas. This short suburban route transitions from wooded neighborhoods to the cityβs core commercial corridor.
U.S. Route 64: Ozark to Russellville – Arkansas
Take a scenic road trip along U.S. Highway 64 from Ozark to Russellville, Arkansas. This 49-mile drive passes through historic wine country, quiet towns, and alongside Lake Dardanelleβshowcasing the Arkansas River Valleyβs charm and character.
U.S. Route 64: Alma to Ozark – Arkansas
Travel east along U.S. Highway 64 from Alma to Ozark, Arkansas on a 24-mile journey through farmland, forest, and historic towns nestled in the scenic Arkansas River Valley.
U.S. Highway 71: Alma to Brentwood – Arkansas
Travel 30 scenic miles along U.S. Highway 71 from Alma to Brentwood, Arkansas, passing Mountainburg, Lake Fort Smith, Artist Point, and Winslow through the rugged Boston Mountains on this historic Ozark route.
U.S. Highway 64: Russellville to Alma – Arkansas
Explore western Arkansas with this 73-mile road trip along U.S. Highway 64 from Russellville to Alma. Cross Lake Dardanelle, pass through Clarksville, Altus, and Ozark, and discover scenic backroads, vineyards, and historic towns just off I-40.
Arkansas Highway 100: Maumelle Blvd – North in Maumelle
Explore the northern stretch of Maumelle Boulevard (AR-100) in Maumelle, Arkansasβan essential two-mile route connecting neighborhoods, civic centers, and shopping hubs from Commerce Drive to AR-365.
U.S. Route 70: Brinkley to North Little Rock – Arkansas
Take a drive across the Arkansas Delta and into the heart of Central Arkansas as we follow U.S. Highway 70 from Brinkley to North Little Rock. This 67-mile journey spans rich farmland, quiet river towns, and the evolving landscape of...
U.S. Route 70: Forrest City to Brinkley – Arkansas
Take a scenic drive along US Highway 70 from Forrest City to Brinkley, Arkansas. This 25-mile journey showcases the Deltaβs farmland, quiet towns like Palestine and Wheatley, and a peaceful stop at Lake Greenlee.
U.S. Route 70: West Memphis to Forrest City – Arkansas
Travel 34 miles west on U.S. Highway 70 from West Memphis to Forrest City, Arkansas. Follow the Delta flatlands, pass through Madison, and climb Crowley’s Ridge for a scenic and historical drive through eastern Arkansas.
U.S. Route 70: West Memphis – Arkansas
Take a short but fascinating drive along US-70 through West Memphis, Arkansas. This five-mile journey explores intersections, local culture, and landmarks like Arkansas State University Mid-South.
SHORT: Interstate 55: Mississippi River Crossing – Tenn to Ark
Cross the Mississippi River on Interstate 55 from Memphis, TN to West Memphis, AR. Filmed before the Crump Blvd upgrade, this 4-mile stretch captures the aging Memphis-Arkansas Bridge before I-55 shifts to a future new river crossing.