🌞 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 landscapesβ€”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 cultureβ€”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 destinationβ€”it’s about the journey.

States in The South 🌞

Explore 🌞 The South

Arkansas Highway 15: England to Altheimer

Arkansas Highway 15: England to Altheimer

Drive 19 miles through Arkansas’s Delta farmland along Highway 15 from England to Altheimer. Explore small towns like Tucker and Sherrill while following a route steeped in agricultural history and quiet scenic beauty.

U.S. Highway 64: Marion to Earle – Arkansas

U.S. Highway 64: Marion to Earle – Arkansas

Travel 17 miles west along U.S. Highway 64 from Marion to Earle, Arkansas, through the fertile Delta farmland of Crittenden County. Pass through Crawfordsville and explore small-town Arkansas along this historic stretch of highway.

US Highway 412: Chestnut Grove to Jackson – Tennessee

US Highway 412: Chestnut Grove to Jackson – Tennessee

Drive 58 miles across scenic western Tennessee on U.S. Highway 412 from Chestnut Grove to Jackson. Explore historic towns like Linden and Parsons, cross the Tennessee River, and cruise a four-lane highway through forest and farmland to the regional city of Jackson.

Mississippi Highway 475: Airport Rd in Jackson

Mississippi Highway 475: Airport Rd in Jackson

Drive both directions on Mississippi Highway 475 – Airport Road – through the heart of suburban Jackson, MS. This key connector serves the Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport and links MS-468 to US-80 in Flowood.

Mississippi Highway 25: Jackson to Flowood

Mississippi Highway 25: Jackson to Flowood

Drive 3.5 miles along Mississippi Highway 25 (Lakeland Drive) from Jackson to Flowood, passing LeFleur’s Bluff State Park and crossing the Pearl River into a growing suburb full of shopping and dining.

Interstate 20: Vicksburg to Jackson – Mississippi

Interstate 20: Vicksburg to Jackson – Mississippi

Cruise eastbound on Interstate 20 from Vicksburg to Jackson, Mississippi, covering 46 miles of river crossings, rolling hills, and historical connections. From the Mississippi River bridge to the heart of the capital city, this route blends scenic landscapes with deep S…

Interstate 20: Tallulah to Vicksburg – Louisiana

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.

U.S. Highway 65: Arkansas to Tallulah – Louisiana

U.S. Highway 65: Arkansas to Tallulah – Louisiana

Cruise 46 miles down U.S. Highway 65 from the Arkansas state line to Tallulah, Louisiana, through quiet farmland and delta towns like Lake Providence and Transylvania. Be cautious: speed enforcement is strict along this rural stretch of highway.