Beginning in Arkansas and climbing through the Missouri Ozarks, this Spring 2026 journey follows U.S. Route 67 to St. Louis before crossing the Midwest on Interstate 70 to Dayton, Ohio. Along the way, the route connects river towns, rolling farmland, major metropolitan centers, and some of America's busiest transportation corridors. The return trip charts a different course through Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, and Tennessee, creating a broad loop through the heart of the Midwest. From the Mississippi River to the Miami Valley, this drive offers a diverse look at the landscapes, communities, and highways that tie the region together.