Follow Missouri Route 185 north from Meramec State Park to Sullivan in this short, scenic drive that bridges quiet forest roads with Historic Route 66. A perfect slice of Ozark charm.
🌲 Forest
Journey through America’s wooded corridors with the Forest tag—featuring routes surrounded by dense trees, state forests, and national park lands.
The 🌲 Forest tag highlights routes that pass through densely wooded areas, national forests, or timber-rich landscapes. These drives are often characterized by towering trees, shaded corridors, and a sense of immersion in nature. Whether it’s a winding mountain road lined with evergreens or a backcountry highway flanked by deciduous woods, the forested environment defines the scenery.
These routes are especially vibrant in autumn, when foliage changes color, or in the spring and summer, when greenery is at its peak. Wildlife sightings, hiking trail access, and picnic areas are common features along many forest-tagged segments.
Routes Tagged: 🌲 Forest
Missouri Route 185 Spur – Meramec State Park
Take a peaceful drive through Meramec State Park via Missouri Highway 185 Spur, a 6-mile loop featuring forested hollows, deer sightings, river access, and Fisher Cave. Explore the natural beauty of this scenic Ozark retreat near Sullivan, Missouri.
Missouri Route 185: Sullivan to Meramec State Park
Explore Missouri Route 185 from Sullivan to Meramec State Park on this short but scenic 3.5-mile drive through the Ozarks. From historic Route 66 to forested parkland, discover a gateway to nature and relaxation.
Historic Route 66: Stanton to Sullivan – Missouri
Cruise along a quiet five-mile segment of Historic Route 66 from Stanton to Sullivan, Missouri. This scenic byway parallels I-44 and offers a glimpse of classic Americana, from Meramec Caverns to the outskirts of small-town life.
Interstate 44: Gray Summit to Stanton – Missouri
Travel 24 miles west on Interstate 44 from Gray Summit to Stanton, Missouri. This scenic highway segment passes through St. Clair and skirts the edge of the Missouri Ozarks while paralleling historic Route 66.
Historic Route 66: Allenton to Gray Summit – Missouri
Cruise 9 miles of Historic Route 66 from Allenton to Gray Summit, Missouri, past Six Flags, Pacific’s downtown, and rolling Ozark foothills—an iconic blend of nostalgia and natural beauty paralleling I-44.
Interstate 44: St. Louis to Allenton (Six Flags) – Missouri
Take a fast-paced drive from St. Louis to Allenton, Missouri along Interstate 44. This 15-mile journey transitions from suburbs to scenery, passing Castlewood State Park, Route 66 State Park, and ending at Six Flags St. Louis.
Interstate 55: Cape Girardeau to St. Louis – Missouri
Travel north along Interstate 55 from Cape Girardeau to St. Louis, Missouri in this 118-mile drive through river valleys, historic towns, and suburban sprawl, ending just shy of downtown.
Interstate 57: Searcy to Walnut Ridge – Arkansas
Take a scenic ride through the Arkansas Delta along the newly designated Interstate 57 from Searcy to Walnut Ridge. This 79-mile route traces former U.S. 67, passing through Judsonia, Bald Knob, Newport, and Hoxie, and crossing key rivers and agricultural lands.
Kansas Highway K-7: Troy to Nebraska
Explore the scenic and historic Kansas Highway K-7 from Troy to the Nebraska state line. Travel past farmland, wooded hills, and the Four State Lookout along the Glacial Hills Scenic Byway.
New Mexico Road 333: Albuquerque to Tijeras
Travel the historic Route 66 along New Mexico State Road 333 from Albuquerque to Tijeras. Explore the Musical Highway, scenic views of the Sandia Mountains, and remnants of Americana in this short but memorable desert drive.
U.S. Route 191: Blanding to Monticello – Utah
Travel Utah’s high desert and forested plateaus on US-191 from Blanding to Monticello. This 21-mile drive passes through Manti-La Sal National Forest and Devils Canyon before arriving in scenic Monticello.