Drive 12 miles along Arkansas Highway 171 from Malvern to Lake Catherine State Park, a scenic route through farmland and forests that connects small-town Arkansas with one of the Ouachitasโ most inviting recreation areas.
๐ 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 landscapesโfrom 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 cultureโpast 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 destinationโitโs about the journey.
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Arkansas Highway 25: Quitman to Greenbrier
Experience the rolling foothills of central Arkansas on this 14-mile drive along Arkansas Highway 25 from Quitman to Greenbrier. Travel through farmland, wooded ridges, and the small towns of Enders and Guy before reaching U.S. 65 in Greenbrier.
Interstate 69: Calvert City to Fulton ~ Kentucky
Experience a smooth 51-mile drive along Interstate 69 from Calvert City to Fulton, Kentucky, passing Benton, Mayfield, Wingo, and quiet stretches of western Kentucky farmland. A scenic look at the evolving I-69 corridor through the Jackson Purchase region.
U.S. Route 60: Morganfield to Sturgis ~ Kentucky
Experience a relaxed 10-mile drive along U.S. Route 60 from Morganfield to Sturgis, Kentucky, passing through rolling farmland, rural landscapes, and small-town history in the heart of Union County.
Blue Ridge Parkway: Cherokee to Asheville – North Carolina
Experience 75 miles of breathtaking mountain scenery on the Blue Ridge Parkway from Cherokee to Asheville. Explore overlooks, waterfalls, and sweeping vistas along one of Americaโs most iconic scenic drives.
Interstate 30: Arlington to Garland Through Dallas ~ Texas
Drive 31 miles along Interstate 30 from Arlington to Garland, Texas, through major DallasโFort Worth suburbs, downtown Dallas interchanges, and the scenic shoreline of Lake Ray Hubbard. A dynamic urban freeway journey across North Texas.
Arkansas Highway 128: Fountain Lake to Lonsdale
Discover the quiet charm of Arkansas Highway 128, a short connector from Fountain Lake to Lonsdale. This rural drive winds through wooded ridges and farmland, linking Garland and Saline Counties while offering a peaceful alternative to busier highways.
Interstate 81: Dandridge to Kingsport – Tennessee
Explore Tennesseeโs Interstate 81 from Dandridge to Kingsport, a 59-mile drive through farmland, Appalachian foothills, and the Holston Valley. This scenic route links historic towns, rural landscapes, and the bustling Tri-Cities region.
Arkansas Highway 51: Rockport to Jonesโ Mills โ Arkansas
Experience a short but scenic drive along Arkansas Highway 51 from Rockport to Jonesโ Mills in Hot Spring County. Discover wooded hillsides, rural charm, and the history of this quiet Arkansas backroad.
Interstate 155: Dyersburg, Tennessee to Hayti, Missouri
Take a drive along Interstate 155 from Dyersburg, Tennessee to Hayti, Missouri, a short but vital 27-mile route linking the Delta to the Bootheel. Featuring wide farmland views and a dramatic Mississippi River crossing at Caruthersville, this connector highlights the role of I-155 in uniting two states across Americaโs greatest river.
Interstate 30: Garland to Texarkana – Texas
Travel 168 miles along Interstate 30 from Garland to Texarkana, Texas, crossing Lake Ray Hubbard, prairie farmland, piney woods, and military landscapes before arriving in the twin-state city of Texarkana.
U.S. Route 64: Russellville to Clarksville – Arkansas
Explore the Arkansas River Valley on U.S. Route 64 from Russellville to Clarksville. This 28-mile drive crosses Lake Dardanelle, passes small towns, and showcases the foothills of the Ozarks.