Explore the U.S. Numbered Highway System—historic routes, major corridors, and scenic roads connecting every region of the country. Learn more about U.S. Highways across America.
The U.S. Numbered Highway System—often referred to as U.S. Routes or U.S. Highways—is a nationwide network of roads established in 1926 to improve long-distance automobile travel across the United States. Unlike the Interstate system, U.S. Highways predate freeways and often serve as main streets, scenic byways, or vital connectors through rural and urban communities alike. Many historic routes, including iconic roads like U.S. Route 66, trace their roots to this enduring network.
These highways use a grid system for numbering: odd-numbered routes run north–south, increasing from east to west, while even-numbered routes run east–west, increasing from north to south. Important cross-country highways typically end in “0” or “1” (like US 20 or US 1), and three-digit offshoots usually indicate spurs or loops branching from mainline routes.
Today, the U.S. Highway system continues to evolve—some segments have been decommissioned, realigned, or upgraded to freeways—but many routes remain essential for regional travel, trucking, and scenic exploration. This category explores the entire U.S. Numbered Highway network, from coast to coast and border to border.
Experience the scenic drive along US Highway 65 from the Missouri state line to Harrison, Arkansas. This 21-mile stretch offers a taste of the Ozarks with rolling hills, forested landscapes, a stop at the Arkansas Welcome Center, and a warm entry into the town of Harris…
Cruise 19 miles west on U.S. Highway 70 from Benton to Hot Springs, Arkansas, passing local spurs, wooded hills, and easy access to state parks before arriving in this historic spa town.
Discover the northernmost mile of U.S. Route 1 in Fort Kent, Maine — a scenic short drive across rivers, historic sites, and the international bridge connecting the U.S. and Canada. Perfect for highway fans and border town explorers alike.
Drive 17 scenic miles along South Dakota’s U.S. Highway 16A (Iron Mountain Road) from Keystone to Custer State Park. Enjoy hairpin curves, historic tunnels, wildlife, and breathtaking Black Hills scenery
Drive 24 scenic miles along U.S. Highway 62 from Pea Ridge National Military Park to the historic mountain town of Eureka Springs. Enjoy Ozark forests, winding curves, and peaceful river crossings along the way.
Drive 10 miles along U.S. Highway 71 from Pineville, Missouri to Bella Vista, Arkansas, following a scenic mix of Ozark hills, small-town development, and the transition from I-49 to the historic surface route. A short but meaningful drive through one of the fastest-gro…
Cruise 6 scenic miles through South Dakota’s Black Hills on U.S. Highway 385, from the Crazy Horse Memorial to Hill City. Discover granite peaks, pine forests, and a gateway to Mount Rushmore and Custer State Park.
Cruise 4.5 scenic miles north along U.S. Highway 385 from downtown Custer to the awe-inspiring Crazy Horse Memorial in South Dakota’s Black Hills. This quick drive combines small-town charm, pine forests, and a front-row seat to one of America’s largest mountain car…
Cruise 34 miles north along U.S. Highway 550 from Ouray to Montrose, Colorado, passing through scenic mountain canyons, Ridgway State Park, and wide ranching valleys on this classic Western Slope route.
Drive 22 miles north along Interstate 49 from Bella Vista, Arkansas to Pineville, Missouri, tracing the modern upgrade of the historic U.S. Highway 71 route through the Ozark foothills. Discover smooth bypasses, quick travel, and local attractions along the way.
Cruise 10 miles west on U.S. Highway 62 from Prairie Grove to Summers, Arkansas. Experience the small-town charm of Lincoln, scenic farmland, and rural Ozark landscapes on this pleasant stretch of northwest Arkansas highway.
Cruise 40 miles down U.S. Highway 67 from Benton to Caddo Valley, Arkansas. This classic old highway connects small towns, farmland, and pine forests, showcasing a nostalgic slice of southern Arkansas travel.