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.
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.
Take a drive across the Arkansas Delta and into the heart of Central Arkansas as we follow U.S. Highway 70 from Brinkley to North Little Rock. This 67-mile journey spans rich farmland, quiet river towns, and the evolving landscape of east-central Arkansas—linking…
Take a scenic drive along US Highway 70 from Forrest City to Brinkley, Arkansas. This 25-mile journey showcases the Delta’s farmland, quiet towns like Palestine and Wheatley, and a peaceful stop at Lake Greenlee.
Travel 34 miles west on U.S. Highway 70 from West Memphis to Forrest City, Arkansas. Follow the Delta flatlands, pass through Madison, and climb Crowley’s Ridge for a scenic and historical drive through eastern Arkansas.
Take a short but fascinating drive along US-70 through West Memphis, Arkansas. This five-mile journey explores intersections, local culture, and landmarks like Arkansas State University Mid-South.