Explore Arkansas Highway 59 from Van Buren to Siloam Springsβa 58-mile rural route through the Mountain Fork Valley, small towns, forested hills, and peaceful farmland in western Arkansas.
π The South
Hit the road through the American South with scenic drives across Kentucky, Louisiana, Florida, and more. Discover historic byways, bayous, and Southern backroads.
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.
States in The South π
Explore π The South
Interstate 30: Little Rock to Texarkana – Arkansas
Take a scenic 129-mile journey down Interstate 30 from Little Rock to Texarkana, Arkansas, exploring a βlost highwayβ segment before major upgrades. Discover small towns, pine forests, and historical landmarks on this classic corridor to Texas.
Interstate 40: Little Rock to Fort Smith – Arkansas
Take a scenic 153-mile drive along Interstate 40 from Little Rock to Fort Smith, Arkansas. Explore river crossings, mountain views, and vibrant towns like Conway, Russellville, and Ozark on this diverse stretch of highway.
Interstate 40: Knoxville to Lebanon – Tennessee
Travel across Tennessee on Interstate 40 from Kodak to Lebanon, passing the Great Smoky foothills, Knoxville, the Cumberland Plateau, and Middle Tennessee’s farmlands. Experience a classic 155-mile cross-state drive.
Interstate 40: Oklahoma Border to North Little Rock – Arkansas
Drive Americaβs Highways along Interstate 40 from the Oklahoma border to North Little Rock, Arkansas. Explore rolling foothills, river valleys, and growing urban centers on this vital cross-state route.
Interstate 69: Princeton to Nortonville – Kentucky
Cruise through western Kentucky on Interstate 69 from Princeton to Nortonville, a 29-mile stretch of highway blending scenic countryside with upgraded parkway infrastructure. Explore key junctions, quiet beauty, and a modern take on rural connectivity.
Interstate 169: Hopkinsville to Nortonville – Kentucky
Drive all 34.2 miles of Kentucky’s Interstate 169 from Hopkinsville to Nortonville, capturing the transition from the historic Pennyrile Parkway to a modern Interstate route. Experience farmland, forests, and legacy signage in this unique pre-Interstate snapshot.
Alabama Highway 25: Vincent to Leeds
Discover Alabama Highway 25 from Vincent to Leeds β a winding foothill drive through Shelby Countyβs forests, farms, and tight curves, ending in the suburban gateway of Leeds. A perfect backroad escape with mountain charm just outside Birmingham.
[Revisited] U.S. Route 64: Beebe to Conway – Arkansas
Drive 33 miles along U.S. Highway 64 from Beebe to Conway, Arkansas, through scenic farmland, small towns like El Paso and Vilonia, and into the growing urban hub of Conway. Experience this diverse slice of central Arkansas in our latest road video.
U.S. Route 64: Conway to Beebe – Arkansas
Travel 37 miles along U.S. Route 64 from Conway to Beebe, Arkansas. This drive highlights downtown Conway, a bypass around Vilonia, and scenic rural farmland in White County before ending at I-57 in Beebe.
Interstate 30: 30Crossing – Little Rock/North Little Rock – Arkansas
Explore the newly rebuilt 30Crossing corridor in Little Rock and North Little Rock, Arkansas. This video follows I-30 in both directions across the Arkansas River, showcasing new bridges, collector lanes, and interchanges that ease congestion and improve traffic flow through downtown.
Interstate 55: Jackson to Memphis – Mississippi
Take a 204-mile drive up Interstate 55 from Jackson to Memphis through Mississippiβs heartland. From the capital city to the edge of Tennessee, this route blends Southern charm, forested stretches, and suburban sprawl into one smooth highway journey.