🏜️ 2016 Southwest USA Adventure

Watch the 2016 Southwest USA road trip through nine states, featuring Route 66, the Grand Canyon, Hoover Dam, Las Vegas, and desert highways.

Join us on a cross-country journey through the heart of the American Southwest. This 2016 road trip spans nine states β€” from the forests of Arkansas to the deserts of Arizona β€” capturing iconic sights like the Grand Canyon, Hoover Dam, Route 66, Las Vegas, and the Four Corners. Highlights include the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex, red rock canyons near Page, AZ, and the historic mining town of Durango, CO. A scenic blend of highways, landmarks, and unforgettable landscapes.

Watch videos from the 🏜️ 2016 Southwest USA Adventure trip.

U.S. Route 95: Needles to Nevada – California

U.S. Route 95: Needles to Nevada – California

Drive 23 quiet, sun-drenched miles along U.S. Route 95 from Interstate 40 near Needles to the Nevada border. This remote stretch of California desert highway traverses the Mojave’s rugged heart, offering solitude, stark beauty, and a true sense of the open road.

Arizona Route 95: Lake Havasu City to Interstate 40

Arizona Route 95: Lake Havasu City to Interstate 40

Drive 19 sun-soaked miles along Arizona State Route 95 from Lake Havasu City to Interstate 40. Explore desert vistas, lakeside charm, and quiet stretches of the Colorado River basin on this underrated southwestern route.

Arizona Route 66: Seligman

Arizona Route 66: Seligman

Cruise through Seligman, Arizona along a 1.5-mile stretch of Historic Route 66β€”home to quirky diners, neon nostalgia, and the birthplace of the Route 66 revival.

London Bridge: Lake Havasu – Arizona

London Bridge: Lake Havasu – Arizona

Take a short but unforgettable drive across the real London Bridgeβ€”now proudly spanning Lake Havasu’s Bridgewater Channel in Arizona. Discover the fascinating story behind how this Victorian structure was relocated stone-by-stone from London to the American Southwest.

Historic Route 66: Ash Fork – Arizona

Historic Route 66: Ash Fork – Arizona

Take a short but storied drive through Ash Fork, Arizona on Historic Route 66. Explore Park and Lewis Avenues, see remnants of Route 66’s glory days, and learn why this small town was once Hollywood’s backdrop and a crossroads of American transport.

Arizona Route 64: Valle to Williams

Arizona Route 64: Valle to Williams

Take a scenic drive along Arizona Route 64 from Valle to Williams, Arizona. This 28-mile journey winds through desert plains and into Kaibab National Forest, ending in the historic mountain town of Williams near Interstate 40 and Route 66.

Arizona Route 64: Tusayan to the Grand Canyon

Arizona Route 64: Tusayan to the Grand Canyon

Follow Arizona Route 64 from Tusayan to Grand Canyon National Park in this short but iconic 6-mile drive through Kaibab National Forest to the South Rim’s main entrance and visitor area.

Arizona Route 64: Valle to Tusayan

Arizona Route 64: Valle to Tusayan

Take a scenic drive along Arizona Route 64 from Valle to Tusayan, the gateway to Grand Canyon National Park. Explore forested highlands, tourist stops, and historic attractions on this essential 25-mile approach to the South Rim.

U.S. Route 180: Flagstaff to Valle – Arizona

U.S. Route 180: Flagstaff to Valle – Arizona

Take a scenic drive from Flagstaff to Valle, Arizona along U.S. Route 180. Explore the San Francisco Peaks, Kaibab National Forest, and volcanic landmarks on this 49-mile route to the Grand Canyon.