Take a short drive along Arkansas Highway 229 from Benton to Haskell, a two-mile stretch of old U.S. 67 that blends small-town character with the history of Arkansasโs highway network.
๐ฐ๏ธ Historic Alignment
Follow the path of history with the Historic Alignment tag, featuring road segments that trace original U.S. highway alignments no longer used today.
The ๐ฐ๏ธ Historic Alignment tag is used for segments of highway that follow a former or original route of a major U.S. highwayโoften bypassed, decommissioned, or rerouted over time. These alignments may include old pavement, narrow bridges, vintage signage, or remnants of once-thriving roadside towns.
These routes are valuable for their connection to highway history and often appeal to travelers interested in nostalgia, Americana, or the evolution of U.S. road infrastructure. They may no longer carry heavy traffic but still offer a glimpse into the past.
Routes Tagged: ๐ฐ๏ธ Historic Alignment
Arkansas Highway 5: Little Rock to Benton
Follow Arkansas Highway 5 from Little Rock to Benton along the historic Stagecoach corridor. Explore 13 miles of suburban neighborhoods, wooded stretches, and local landmarks, including the Geographic Center of Arkansas.
U.S. Route 70: Brownsville to Lakeland – Tennessee
Follow U.S. Route 70 for 36 miles from Brownsville to Lakeland, Tennessee, along the stateโs first numbered highway. Pass farms, small towns, and historic roadside landmarks on this slower-paced alternative to I-40.
Arkansas Highway 365: Little Rock to White Hall
Travel 26 miles along Arkansas Highway 365 from Little Rock to White Hall, a historic former U.S. 65 alignment that parallels I-530 through rail towns, farmland, pine forest, and Central Arkansas history.
Arizona Route 66: Seligman to Kingman
Drive the historic and scenic Arizona State Route 66 from Seligman to Kingman. This iconic segment of Historic U.S. Route 66 travels through desert plains, ghost towns, and tribal lands, showcasing classic Americana and the rugged beauty of Arizonaโs high desert.
California Route 2: West Hollywood to Santa Monica โ Los Angeles County Drive
Explore a dynamic stretch of California Route 2 through Los Angelesโfrom the boutiques of Beverly Hills to the breezy streets of Santa Monica. Discover urban contrasts, historic Route 66 traces, and Westside charm along Santa Monica Boulevard.
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.
Oklahoma Highway 66: Bristow to Edmond
Cruise 64 miles along Oklahoma Highway 66 from Bristow to Edmond, exploring classic Route 66 towns, scenic farmland, and roadside icons like Arcadiaโs Round Barn. A must-see slice of Oklahoma Americana!
Natchez Trace Parkway: Tupelo – Mississippi
Cruise 7 peaceful miles along the Natchez Trace Parkway in Tupelo, Mississippiโfrom I-22 to US-278โexploring the serene forested corridor that skirts the city’s southwest side with access to local roads, Civil War history, and nearby Elvis landmarks.
U.S. Route 78: Leeds – Alabama
Take a short but scenic 3-mile drive along U.S. Route 78 through Leeds, Alabama. From historic downtown and the intersection with US-411 to the Barber Motorsports Park access, explore what makes this urban highway segment a hidden gem east of Birmingham.
[Revisited] Natchez Trace Parkway: Northbound through Tupelo – Mississippi
Cruise 9 peaceful miles north along the Natchez Trace Parkway through Tupelo, Mississippi, passing wooded hills, city interchanges, and the Natchez Trace Visitor Centerโwhere nature and history meet.
Arkansas Highway 66: Leslie to Mountain View
Travel Arkansas Highway 66 from Leslie to Mountain View for 30 miles of scenic Ozark beauty. This winding two-lane road passes through historic towns, forests, and rural landscapes, ending in the folk music capital of Arkansas.