Cruise 52 miles along U.S. Highway 70 from Dickson to Bruceton, Tennessee, through forested backroads, farmland, and historic small towns — including a river crossing and a glimpse of Loretta Lynn’s hometown.
🕰️ 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 🕰️ Historic Alignment tag is used for segments of highway that follow a former or original route of a major U.S. highway—often 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: 🕰️ Historic Alignment
U.S. Highway 70: Nashville to Dickson – Tennessee
Cruise 30 miles west along U.S. Highway 70 from Nashville to Dickson, Tennessee. This classic stretch links suburban neighborhoods, river bends, and the forested edge of Montgomery Bell State Park, blending small-town stops with scenic countryside.
U.S. Highway 64: Van Buren to Fort Smith – Arkansas
Cruise 7 miles along historic U.S. Highway 64 from Van Buren to Fort Smith, Arkansas. Cross the Arkansas River twice, explore downtown charm, and pass iconic landmarks like the Fort Smith National Historic Site and Miss Laura’s Visitor Center before crossing into Oklahoma.
Arkansas Highway 22: Paris to Dardanelle
Cruise the True Grit Trail on Arkansas Highway 22 from Paris to Dardanelle. Enjoy farmland, forest, historic towns, and two crossings of scenic Lake Dardanelle on this beautiful 34-mile drive through the Arkansas River Valley.
U.S. Highway 71B South in Fayetteville – Arkansas
Cruise south on U.S. Highway 71B through Fayetteville, Arkansas, from Joyce Blvd to U.S. Highway 71. Explore College Avenue, Archibald Yell Blvd, the University of Arkansas, and Walker Park along this historic business route that once carried the main U.S. 71 through town.
Arkansas Highway 28 – Plainview to Rover
Drive 6 miles west along Arkansas Highway 28 from Plainview to Rover, a quiet route that forms part of the Arkansas Civil War Trail. Pass historical buildings, farmland, and scenic views before reaching the junction with AR-27 near Nimrod Lake.
U.S. Highway 65 Business in Hollister – Missouri (Main Street)
Take a scenic 4-mile drive through Hollister, Missouri along U.S. Highway 65 Business. This former alignment of US-65 winds past Lake Taneycomo, through Hollister’s Tudor-style downtown, and reconnects with Highway 165 west of town.
Arkansas Highway 125: Peel Ferry
Cross Bull Shoals Lake aboard Arkansas Highway 125’s Peel Ferry — Arkansas’s last public ferry. This unique mile-long crossing delivers scenic views, peaceful waters, and a one-of-a-kind Ozarks driving experience.
Arkansas Highway 7: Jasper to Dardanelle
Take a breathtaking drive through the heart of the Ozarks on Arkansas Highway 7 from Jasper to Dardanelle. This 71-mile route winds past the Arkansas Grand Canyon, through the Ozark National Forest, and into the Arkansas River Valley, combining scenic overlooks, forested curves, and small-town charm.
Markham Street Westbound in Downtown Little Rock – Arkansas
Cruise westbound down Markham Street in Downtown Little Rock and explore a mile of Arkansas history, architecture, and civic landmarks, from the River Market to Union Station.
Arkansas Highway 10 – Westbound in Little Rock
Travel 14 miles west along Arkansas Highway 10 in Little Rock, from downtown’s historic core through Riverdale, The Heights, Midtown, and into West Little Rock. Scenic views, city landmarks, and suburban growth all await along this key corridor.
Interstate 20: Tallulah to Vicksburg – Louisiana
Cruise 19 miles east along I-20 from Tallulah, Louisiana to Vicksburg, Mississippi, crossing the agricultural flatlands of the Mississippi Delta and the iconic Mississippi River into a city rich with Civil War history.