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 southbound on U.S. Highway 27 through Chattanooga, Tennessee, crossing the Tennessee River and passing iconic downtown landmarks before connecting with Interstate 24. A short, scenic urban route showcasing the best of the city’s riverfront and skyline.
Cruise north on U.S. Route 127 from Chattanooga to Signal Mountain, Tennessee. This short 5-mile stretch climbs 1,700 feet, winding through urban neighborhoods, forested switchbacks, and residential mountain communities—ending near the summit with gorgeous valley view…
Drive 4 miles north along U.S. Highway 27 from downtown Chattanooga to Red Bank, Tennessee. This short but busy stretch crosses the Tennessee River and links urban Chattanooga with its scenic northern suburbs.
Cruise north along U.S. Highway 45 through Tupelo, Mississippi, from Main Street to I-22. Explore local interchanges, historic routes, and handy city connections in this quick drive through Elvis’s hometown.
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.
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…
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.
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…
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…
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.
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.
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.