Travel 48 miles across the Arkansas Delta on U.S. Route 49 from Helena–West Helena to Brinkley. Explore farmland, small towns like Marvell, and end at the I-40 crossroads in Brinkley.

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 landscapes—from 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 culture—past 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 destination—it’s about the journey.

Travel 48 miles across the Arkansas Delta on U.S. Route 49 from Helena–West Helena to Brinkley. Explore farmland, small towns like Marvell, and end at the I-40 crossroads in Brinkley.

Discover the scenic 5-mile drive along Mississippi Highway 315 from Sardis to Oxford. Pass beneath the massive Sardis Dam, wind through wooded hills and farmland, and finish at the gateway to Oxford’s cultural and university life.

Drive 7 miles along Military Road from Glen Rose to Rockport, Arkansas, a historic route paralleling I-30 that blends forested stretches, rural homes, and a crossing over the interstate before reaching U.S. 270.

Travel 23 miles along U.S. Route 70 from North Little Rock to Lonoke, Arkansas. Explore historic downtown streets, farmland vistas, and early highway alignments on this classic Delta corridor.

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 Arkansas’s highway network.

Take a scenic drive along Arkansas Highway 74 from Winslow to Devil’s Den State Park, a winding Ozark backroad filled with forested ridges, tight curves, and stunning views that lead into one of Arkansas’s most iconic parks.

Travel Arkansas Highway 23 from Brashears to Huntsville, winding through the Ozark Highlands with forested ridges, rolling valleys, and the scenic entrance to Withrow Springs State Park.

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.

Follow U.S. Route 70 for 36 miles from Brownsville to Lakeland, Tennessee, along the state’s first numbered highway. Pass farms, small towns, and historic roadside landmarks on this slower-paced alternative to I-40.

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.

Travel east through the heart of Northwest Arkansas along U.S. Route 412 from Siloam Springs to Springdale. This 19-mile drive captures the region’s growth, connecting historic small towns and new developments to the I-49 corridor and greater metro area.

Explore Arkansas Highway 59 from Van Buren to Siloam Springs—a 58-mile rural route through the Mountain Fork Valley, small towns, forested hills, and peaceful farmland in western Arkansas.