Cruise from historic Van Buren to Alma along U.S. Highway 64 in western Arkansas. This short, scenic route passes through farmland and small-town streets, offering a charming look at the Arkansas River Valley away from the busy interstates.
U.S. Numbered Highway System
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.
Discover U.S. Routes
U.S. Highway 64: Van Buren to Fort Smith – Arkansas
Cruise 7 miles along historic U.S. Highway 64 from Van Buren to Fort Smith, Arkansas. Cross the Arkansas River twice, explore downtown charm, and pass iconic landmarks like the Fort Smith National Historic Site and Miss Laura’s Visitor Center before crossing into Okla…
U.S. Highway 64: Alma to Van Buren – Arkansas
Cruise U.S. Highway 64 from Alma to Van Buren, Arkansas — a short drive showcasing rolling farmland, busy commercial corridors, and the charm of historic downtown Van Buren.
U.S. Highway 71: Fayetteville to Winslow – Arkansas
Cruise 19 miles south on U.S. Highway 71 from Fayetteville to Winslow, Arkansas, weaving through small towns, river valleys, and the rolling Boston Mountains. Enjoy forested scenery, local landmarks like Drake Field, and a taste of Ozark backroads along this classic sce…
U.S. Highway 71B South in Fayetteville – Arkansas
Cruise south on U.S. Highway 71B through Fayetteville, Arkansas, from Joyce Blvd to U.S. Highway 71. Explore College Avenue, Archibald Yell Blvd, the University of Arkansas, and Walker Park along this historic business route that once carried the main U.S. 71 through to…
U.S. Highway 65 Business in Hollister – Missouri (Main Street)
Take a scenic 4-mile drive through Hollister, Missouri along U.S. Highway 65 Business. This former alignment of US-65 winds past Lake Taneycomo, through Hollister’s Tudor-style downtown, and reconnects with Highway 165 west of town.
U.S. Highway 160: Rueter to Forsyth – Missouri
Cruise 20 miles through the scenic Ozark hills on U.S. Highway 160 from Rueter to Forsyth, Missouri. This winding stretch cuts through forested ridges, small communities, and ends at a modern roundabout near Bull Shoals Lake.
U.S. Highway 62: Berryville to Green Forest – Arkansas
Cruise 8 miles along U.S. Highway 62 from Berryville to Green Forest, Arkansas, passing through historic downtowns, rolling farmland, and quiet Ozark landscapes on this scenic and practical stretch of northern Arkansas highway.
U.S. Highway 165: England to North Little Rock – Arkansas
Travel 22 miles north on U.S. Highway 165 from the Delta town of England to North Little Rock, passing through historic Keo and scenic farmland with access to Toltec Mounds and the Plantation Agriculture Museum. A smooth drive into the metro with glimpses of Arkansas’…
U.S. Highway 79: Pine Bluff to Altheimer – Arkansas
Take a rural drive through southeast Arkansas on U.S. Highway 79 from Pine Bluff to Altheimer. Cross the Arkansas River, pass open farmland, and explore the quiet charm of Jefferson County’s backroads.
US Highway 491: Utah to Cortez – Colorado
Drive 43 miles south along US Highway 491 from Utah to Cortez, Colorado, passing through Dove Creek, Yellow Jacket, and Lewis in Colorado’s high desert farmland. This quiet, scenic stretch offers access to archaeological sites and panoramic rural views in the heart of…
U.S. Highway 425: Star City to Pine Bluff – Arkansas
Travel 21 miles north on U.S. Highway 425 from Star City to Pine Bluff, Arkansas. This rural route winds past farmland, small towns, and Grider Field before reaching the southern edge of Pine Bluff.