Take a short drive along Arkansas Highway 247 from Pottsville to Russellville, passing schools, quiet neighborhoods, Galla Creek, and into the bustling heart of Russellville. A handy local connector with a touch of small-town scenery.
π The South
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 landscapesβfrom 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 cultureβpast 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 destinationβitβs about the journey.
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Explore π The South
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.
Arkansas Highway 309: Webb City to Paris
Drive south for 16 miles along Arkansas Highway 309 from Webb City to Paris on the Mount Magazine Scenic Byway. This route treats travelers to classic Arkansas farmland, rural communities like Roseville, and a smooth approach into historic Paris, just north of Highway 2…
U.S. Highway 71: Fayetteville to Winslow – Arkansas
Cruise 19 miles south on U.S. Highway 71 from Fayetteville to Winslow, Arkansas, weaving through small towns, river valleys, and the rolling Boston Mountains. Enjoy forested scenery, local landmarks like Drake Field, and a taste of Ozark backroads along this classic sce…
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 to…
Arkansas Highway 16: Brashears to Fayetteville
Take a peaceful 28-mile drive along Arkansas Highway 16 from Brashears to Fayetteville. Discover Ozark forest scenery, riverside stretches, and a gentle roll into one of Arkansasβs liveliest cities.
Arkansas Highway 9: Oppelo to Morrilton
Cruise north on Arkansas Highway 9 from Oppelo to Morrilton for a short but scenic drive through farmland, across the Arkansas River, and into town with easy connections to U.S. Highway 64 and I-40. Discover a slice of the River Valley and the old alignment of Highway 9…
Arkansas Highway 10: Williams Junction to Little Rock
Cruise east along Arkansas Highway 10 from Williams Junction to Little Rock. This 19-mile stretch offers river valley forests, peaceful lake views at Lake Maumelle, and a smooth transition from rural roads to the urban edge of Arkansasβs capital.
Arkansas Highway 10: Perry to Williams Junction
Cruise 14 miles along Arkansas Highway 10 from Perry to Williams Junction. This route winds through the foothills of the Ouachita Mountains, crosses the Fouche La Fave River, and showcases small-town Arkansas charm and farmland vistas.
Arkansas Highway 10: Ola to Perry
Cruise 25 miles east along Arkansas Highway 10 from Ola to Perry for a peaceful rural drive through rolling farmland, shady forests, and gateways to Petit Jean Mountain State Park β one of Arkansasβs premier scenic getaways.
Arkansas Highway 10: Danville to Ola
Take a quiet drive along Arkansas Highway 10 from Danville to Ola, passing the edge of the Ouachita National Forest and rolling through peaceful farmland in Yell County. A simple, scenic route that shows off Arkansasβs natural charm.
Arkansas Highway 10: Booneville to Danville
Cruise 33 miles east along Arkansas Highway 10 from Booneville to Danville. This easy drive threads through quiet towns like Magazine and Havanah with constant views of Mount Magazine, the stateβs tallest peak, and peaceful valley farmlands along the way.