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.
Drive 58 miles across scenic western Tennessee on U.S. Highway 412 from Chestnut Grove to Jackson. Explore historic towns like Linden and Parsons, cross the Tennessee River, and cruise a four-lane highway through forest and farmland to the regional city of Jackson.
Cruise 46 miles down U.S. Highway 65 from the Arkansas state line to Tallulah, Louisiana, through quiet farmland and delta towns like Lake Providence and Transylvania. Be cautious: speed enforcement is strict along this rural stretch of highway.
Cruise 25 miles south on U.S. Highway 65 from Lake Village to the Louisiana border, passing Lake Chicot, Eudora, and miles of rich Delta farmland on this scenic drive through southeastern Arkansas.
Take a high-speed ride down U.S. Highway 65 from Pine Bluff to Lake Village in this earlier, sped-up filming of the classic Delta route. At just 28% of the length of our full-length version, this legacy drive delivers a quick and scenic overview of southeast Arkansas fa…
Explore downtown Little Rock from the driver’s seat as we travel eastbound on U.S. Highway 70 along Broadway Avenue. This 2-mile drive takes you past major landmarks like I-630, the Robinson Center, and ends just shy of the Arkansas River crossing into North Little Rock…
Drive 12 miles along US Highway 425 from Ferriday, Louisiana, across the Mississippi River into historic Natchez, Mississippi. Explore scenic delta towns, riverfront views, and a key junction with US-84 on this short but memorable route.
Explore a 23-mile drive along U.S. Highway 69 from Fort Scott to Franklin, Kansas. This route through southeast Kansas bypasses Arma and crosses former coal country, blending scenic farmland with rich mining history.
Take a scenic journey down U.S. Route 69 from Overland Park to Fort Scott, Kansas. This 83-mile drive explores historic sites, charming small towns, and rolling farmland across eastern Kansas.
Take a scenic road trip along U.S. Highway 64 from Ozark to Russellville, Arkansas. This 49-mile drive passes through historic wine country, quiet towns, and alongside Lake Dardanelle—showcasing the Arkansas River Valley’s charm and character.
Travel east along U.S. Highway 64 from Alma to Ozark, Arkansas on a 24-mile journey through farmland, forest, and historic towns nestled in the scenic Arkansas River Valley.
Travel 30 scenic miles along U.S. Highway 71 from Alma to Brentwood, Arkansas, passing Mountainburg, Lake Fort Smith, Artist Point, and Winslow through the rugged Boston Mountains on this historic Ozark route.
Explore western Arkansas with this 73-mile road trip along U.S. Highway 64 from Russellville to Alma. Cross Lake Dardanelle, pass through Clarksville, Altus, and Ozark, and discover scenic backroads, vineyards, and historic towns just off I-40.