The Midwest is the crossroads of America—a region where long, open highways meet friendly towns, rolling farmland, and Great Lakes shorelines. Covering Iowa, Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan, the Midwest offers a rich blend of rural charm, industrial heritage, and natural beauty. Whether you’re navigating the wide cornfields of Iowa or hugging the rocky shores of Lake Superior, the region’s roads are built for exploration.
This is where iconic byways like Historic Route 66 and the Great River Road converge with scenic loops around glacial lakes and wooded hills. In places like southern Missouri and northern Wisconsin, the terrain becomes unexpectedly dramatic—filled with bluffs, rivers, and forested stretches. Meanwhile, cities like Chicago, Minneapolis, St. Louis, and Cleveland serve as vibrant urban hubs offering cultural detours, architectural wonders, and food scenes worth the stop.
From Michigan’s winding coastal routes and ferry-linked peninsulas to Ohio’s Amish country and Indiana’s covered bridge trails, the Midwest is full of surprises. It’s a region best experienced slowly, with the windows down and a cooler in the backseat. These are the roads that define the heartland—and they’re ready for your next great American drive.
Cruise 5 miles along Missouri Supplemental Route E from Big M to Eagle Rock and discover the beauty of the Ozarks. This scenic route hugs Table Rock Lake, winds through the Mark Twain National Forest, and delivers peaceful rural charm all the way to Eagle Rock.
Experience the hidden beauty of the Ozarks on Missouri Supplemental Route M, a 6-mile scenic drive from Route 76 to the lakeside haven of Big M. Cruise through rolling farmland, shady forests, and classic creek valleys before arriving at Table Rock Lake’s Big M park…
Take a scenic 10-mile drive along Missouri Supplemental Route K from Chesapeake to Aurora. Explore rolling farmland, classic Ozark countryside, and small-town charm on this peaceful connector through Lawrence County.
Cruise Missouri Supplemental Route N from Spencer to Chesapeake for a 7-mile journey blending Route 66 nostalgia with classic Ozarks farmland. Explore historic alignments, rural landscapes, and roadside Americana along this short but scenic Missouri drive.
Experience a mile of pure nostalgia on Historic Route 66 from Halltown to Spencer, Missouri. Starting at Gary’s Gay Parita gas station, this short but scenic drive crosses Turnback Creek and Paris Springs, ending at MO-96 near Spencer. Discover a living slice of the M…
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Explore 7 miles of Historic Route 66 through Springfield, Missouri, from Glenstone Avenue to the I-44 interchange. Cruise past vintage neon, historic downtown, and classic Americana along the route where the “Mother Road” got its name.
Cruise west on Interstate 44 from Gascozark to Lebanon, Missouri, for 16 scenic miles through the Ozarks. See small towns, roadside parks, and touch Route 66 history before ending your drive in Lebanon. Route highlights include Eden Roadside Park, Bear Creek Conservatio…
Cruise the Chicago Skyway and Dan Ryan Expressway on Interstate 90, from the Indiana border into downtown Chicago. See city skylines, industrial sights, and must-visit neighborhoods on this classic urban route. Perfect for city explorers and road enthusiasts.
Cruise the Indiana Toll Road from the Ohio state line to Elkhart on I-80/I-90. Explore 65 miles of smooth travel, Midwest scenery, and easy access to Amish country and RV landmarks, all while following one of America’s most important cross-country routes.
Travel 121 miles across northern Ohio on the Ohio Turnpike (I-80/I-90) from Akron to Toledo. Discover highlights along the way including Cuyahoga Valley National Park, scenic farmland, and easy access to Sandusky, Fremont, and Toledo’s attractions. Get the most out of…
Cruise Interstate 70 for nearly 60 miles from Dayton to Columbus, Ohio, exploring busy city interchanges, small-town bypasses, and classic Midwestern farmland along this essential east-west route.
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…