Take a scenic 36-mile journey along U.S. Route 95 from Searchlight to Boulder City, Nevada, through the Mojave Desert’s rugged terrain, historic mining towns, and modern desert sprawl. A quiet drive that ends near Hoover Dam.
🏜️ Desert
Experience the stark beauty of arid landscapes with Desert-tagged routes, from sunbaked highways to remote desert crossings.
The 🏜️ Desert tag marks routes that traverse arid landscapes, dry basins, and sunbaked terrain typical of the American Southwest and similar regions. These drives are often defined by sparse vegetation, rugged rock formations, and expansive, unbroken horizons under intense sunlight.
Desert-tagged segments offer a unique visual experience—shifting sands, red rock mesas, or salt flats depending on the location. They can be starkly beautiful but also challenging due to heat, limited shade, and fewer services along the way.
Routes Tagged: 🏜️ Desert
U.S. Route 95: California to Searchlight – Nevada
Take a quiet but dramatic 20-mile drive along U.S. Route 95 from the California border to Searchlight, Nevada. Discover vast desert views, the Wee Thump Joshua Tree Wilderness, and the history-rich mining town of Searchlight on this scenic journey through the Mojave.
U.S. Route 95: Needles to Nevada – California
Drive 23 quiet, sun-drenched miles along U.S. Route 95 from Interstate 40 near Needles to the Nevada border. This remote stretch of California desert highway traverses the Mojave’s rugged heart, offering solitude, stark beauty, and a true sense of the open road.
Arizona Route 95: Lake Havasu City to Interstate 40
Drive 19 sun-soaked miles along Arizona State Route 95 from Lake Havasu City to Interstate 40. Explore desert vistas, lakeside charm, and quiet stretches of the Colorado River basin on this underrated southwestern route.
Historic Route 66: Cool Springs to Kingman – Arizona
Travel 15 unforgettable miles along Historic Route 66 from Cool Springs to Kingman, Arizona. Experience hairpin curves, desert vistas, and a deep dive into the Mother Road’s rugged charm.
Historic Route 66: Kingman to Cool Springs – Arizona
Drive 15 peaceful miles along Historic Route 66 from Kingman to Cool Springs, Arizona. This gentle desert climb retraces the path of Route 66 travelers just before the legendary ascent into the Black Mountains.
Arizona Route 66: Seligman
Cruise through Seligman, Arizona along a 1.5-mile stretch of Historic Route 66—home to quirky diners, neon nostalgia, and the birthplace of the Route 66 revival.
Historic Route 66 – Stockton Road: Ash Fork to Seligman – Arizona
Take a 17-mile drive through Arizona’s high desert along Historic Route 66 from Ash Fork to Seligman. Explore vintage Americana, quiet landscapes, and the birthplace of the Route 66 revival.
London Bridge: Lake Havasu – Arizona
Take a short but unforgettable drive across the real London Bridge—now proudly spanning Lake Havasu’s Bridgewater Channel in Arizona. Discover the fascinating story behind how this Victorian structure was relocated stone-by-stone from London to the American Southwest.
Historic Route 66: Ash Fork – Arizona
Take a short but storied drive through Ash Fork, Arizona on Historic Route 66. Explore Park and Lewis Avenues, see remnants of Route 66’s glory days, and learn why this small town was once Hollywood’s backdrop and a crossroads of American transport.
Arizona Route 64: Valle to Williams
Take a scenic drive along Arizona Route 64 from Valle to Williams, Arizona. This 28-mile journey winds through desert plains and into Kaibab National Forest, ending in the historic mountain town of Williams near Interstate 40 and Route 66.
Arizona Route 64: Valle to Tusayan
Take a scenic drive along Arizona Route 64 from Valle to Tusayan, the gateway to Grand Canyon National Park. Explore forested highlands, tourist stops, and historic attractions on this essential 25-mile approach to the South Rim.