Drive U.S. Route 41 southbound in Henderson, Kentucky, from the Ohio River at the Indiana state line to Interstate 69. Explore river views, historic highway alignments, and the modern I-69 interchange on this short but scenic route.
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 40: Memphis to Little Rock – Arkansas
Drive 135 miles west along Interstate 40 from Memphis to Little Rock, Arkansas. Cross the Mississippi River, pass through the Arkansas Delta and Crowleyβs Ridge, and enter the Little Rock metro on this essential Mid-South corridor.
Interstate 40: Westbound in Memphis – Tennessee
Drive 15 miles westbound through Memphis, Tennessee along Interstate 40, exploring key interchanges, North Memphis neighborhoods, and riverfront views before crossing the Mississippi on the Hernando DeSoto Bridge.
Interstate 40: Nashville to Memphis – Tennessee
Cruise west on Interstate 40 from Nashville to Memphis through Tennesseeβs Music Highway, passing through Dickson, Jackson, and Brownsville, with stops by the Tennessee River, Natchez Trace State Park, and Hatchie Wildlife Refuge.
Interstate 40: Westbound in Nashville – Tennessee
Drive Interstate 40 west through Nashville, Tennessee, from Briley Parkway past downtownβs skyline, busy interchanges, and historic neighborhoods to the western suburbs near Bellevue.
Interstate 49: Bella Vista to Fayetteville – Arkansas
Cruise through the heart of Northwest Arkansas on Interstate 49 from Bella Vista to Fayetteville. Explore a corridor of booming towns, scenic hills, and cultural landmarks along this dynamic 31-mile drive.
Bella Vista Bypass (Pre-Interstate 49): Southbound in Bella Vista – Arkansas
Explore the Bella Vista Bypass before its transformation into Interstate 49. Take a scenic 11-mile drive along the old AR-549 in Northwest Arkansas, capturing a snapshot of the regionβs growth.
Bella Vista Bypass (Pre-Interstate 49): Northbound in Bella Vista – Arkansas
Experience the Bella Vista Bypass before it became part of Interstate 49. Drive north along the old AR-549 route in Northwest Arkansas and see the road as it was in its original two-lane form.
Interstate 49: Alma to Bella Vista – Arkansas
Take a scenic ride through the Boston Mountains and Northwest Arkansas along Interstate 49 from Alma to Bella Vista. Explore forested hills, the Bobby Hopper Tunnel, and the growing metro corridor of Fayetteville, Springdale, Rogers, and Bentonville on this 72-mile drive.
Interstate 30: Lost Highway Through Downtown Little Rock β Arkansas
Experience the original route of Interstate 30 through downtown Little Rock before the 30Crossing rebuild. A quick trip over the Arkansas River into North Little Rock, capturing lost highway history.
Sam Rayburn Tollway: McKinney to Frisco – Texas
Take a drive on the Sam Rayburn Tollway from McKinney to Frisco, Texas. Follow this 11.6-mile suburban toll route past major interchanges, commercial centers, and growing neighborhoods in Collin County.
U.S. Route 380: Greenville to McKinney – Texas
Explore northeast Texas on a scenic drive along U.S. Route 380 from Greenville to McKinney. See small towns, Lavon Lake, and rapid suburban growth in this 2018 time capsule journey.