Take a drive along U.S. Route 78 from Pell City to Riverside, Alabama. This 7-mile stretch offers a mix of small-town charm, lakeside views, and easy highway driving near Logan Martin Lake and the Coosa River.
🌞 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 landscapes—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 culture—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 destination—it’s about the journey.
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U.S. Route 78: Leeds to Chulavista – Alabama
Explore 15 miles of U.S. Route 78 from Leeds to Chulavista, Alabama, a scenic and suburban route paralleling I-20. This drive highlights local towns, wooded hills, and key highway junctions in central Alabama.
Barber Motorsports Parkway: Birmingham – Alabama
Take a quick drive along Barber Motorsports Parkway near Birmingham, Alabama—a scenic 2-mile route leading to the world-renowned Barber Motorsports Park and Museum. Discover what lies just off U.S. Route 78 in Leeds.
U.S. Route 78: Leeds – Alabama
Take a short but scenic 3-mile drive along U.S. Route 78 through Leeds, Alabama. From historic downtown and the intersection with US-411 to the Barber Motorsports Park access, explore what makes this urban highway segment a hidden gem east of Birmingham.
U.S. Route 231: Pell City to Vincent – Alabama
Take a peaceful 17-mile drive along U.S. Route 231 from Pell City to Vincent, Alabama, following the west bank of the Coosa River through farmland, forests, and quiet rural communities. Discover a hidden gem of central Alabama with scenic views and a relaxing pace.
U.S. Route 78: Riverside to Pell City – Alabama
Cruise west along U.S. Route 78 from Riverside to Pell City, Alabama—an easy 4-mile drive along the Coosa River that blends quiet scenery with small-town access. Perfect for a relaxed detour or local commute.
[Revisited] Interstate 65: Southbound in Birmingham – Alabama
Explore a short but vital stretch of Interstate 65 southbound through Birmingham, Alabama, from the I-22 interchange to the dramatic downtown convergence with I-20/I-59. Discover the skyline views, surrounding neighborhoods, and key infrastructure along this urban conne…
[Revisited] Natchez Trace Parkway: Northbound through Tupelo – Mississippi
Cruise 9 peaceful miles north along the Natchez Trace Parkway through Tupelo, Mississippi, passing wooded hills, city interchanges, and the Natchez Trace Visitor Center—where nature and history meet.
Tennessee Route 55: Manchester to McMinnville
Cruise 26 miles along Tennessee Route 55 from Manchester to McMinnville, passing through peaceful farmland, small towns like Morrison and Smartt, and ending in the scenic nursery capital of Tennessee.
Mississippi Highway 315: Rich to Sardis
Travel Mississippi Highway 315 from Rich to Sardis and explore 34 miles of Delta farmland, small-town charm, and rolling hills. A quiet, scenic drive through the heart of northwestern Mississippi.
Arkansas Highway 7: Ola to Fourche Junction
Cruise 8 scenic miles along Arkansas Highway 7 from Ola to Fourche Junction. This short but beautiful mountain drive climbs and descends Ola Mountain, offering forest views and access to Nimrod Lake recreation areas.
Arkansas Highway 155: Petit Jean State Park to Casa
Take a scenic and winding 12-mile drive along Arkansas Highway 155 from Petit Jean State Park to Casa. From mountain switchbacks to rural farmland, this short route offers breathtaking views and challenging grades for adventurous drivers.