Take a short but engaging drive along Texas Highway 302 westbound through Greenville, Texas. Explore local intersections, small-town character, and connections to U.S. Highways 69 and 380 in this scenic four-mile journey.
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 71: Louisville – Kentucky
Drive Americaβs Highways along Interstate 71 through Louisville, Kentucky, from Interstate 265 to downtownβs Spaghetti Junction and Interstate 65. Explore suburban sprawl, riverfront views, and the cityβs bustling core on this short but dynamic urban stretch.
AR-88 / OK-1: Talimena National Scenic Byway
Drive 53 miles along the Talimena National Scenic Byway from Mena, Arkansas, to U.S. 271 in Oklahoma, experiencing stunning Ouachita Mountain views, Queen Wilhelmina State Park, and endless scenic vistas.
Dallas North Tollway: Interstate 35E to Texas Highway 121 – Texas
Take a drive through the heart of North Texas on the Dallas North Tollway, from Interstate 35E in Dallas to TX-121 in Frisco, passing urban skylines, corporate hubs, and vibrant suburbs in this 20-mile stretch.
Bluegrass Parkway: Lexington to Elizabethtown – Kentucky
Take a peaceful 71-mile drive on Kentuckyβs Bluegrass Parkway from Versailles to Elizabethtown, enjoying scenic horse country, rolling farmland, and the charm of Bardstown, the Bourbon Capital of the World.
U.S. Route 60: Lexington to Versailles – Kentucky
Drive six scenic miles along U.S. Route 60 from Lexington to Versailles, Kentucky, passing Lexington Blue Grass Airport and the picturesque horse farms of Bluegrass Country, before joining the Bluegrass Parkway.
Interstate 64: West Virginia to Lexington – Kentucky
Follow Interstate 64 from the West Virginia state line to Lexington, Kentucky, on a scenic 110-mile drive through Appalachian hills, Daniel Boone National Forest, and Bluegrass country, connecting small towns and major highways.
U.S. Route 441: Gatlinburg to Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
Take a scenic ride from Gatlinburg to Pigeon Forge on U.S. Route 441. Explore iconic attractions, Smoky Mountain scenery, and a vibrant tourist corridor in this 4.5-mile drive through Tennessee’s most famous resort towns.
U.S. Route 441: Northbound in Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Drive U.S. Route 441 northbound through Gatlinburg, Tennessee, from the Sugarlands Visitor Center to the Gatlinburg Bypass. Experience mountain beauty and bustling tourist life in this scenic 3.5-mile journey through the Smokies.
Tennessee Route 66: Pigeon Forge to Kodak
Drive Tennessee Route 66 from Pigeon Forge to Kodak, exploring the Smoky Mountain foothills, Seviervilleβs attractions, and scenic rural stretches on this 13-mile highway journey in East Tennessee.
U.S. Route 441: Northbound in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
Explore the vibrant heart of Pigeon Forge along U.S. Route 441, from the southern city limits to the outskirts of Sevierville. Discover iconic attractions like Dollywood, Titanic Museum, and Ripleyβs, plus endless shopping, dining, and entertainment along the Great Smoky Mountains Parkway.
Interstate 69: Hernando to Banks ~ Mississsippi
Follow Interstate 69 from Hernando to Banks, Mississippi, on a relaxing 20-mile drive through the northern Delta. This scenic route connects I-55 to U.S. 61 near Robinsonville’s casinos, blending farmland, wetlands, and history.