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.

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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.

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U.S. Route 425: Arkansas to Bastrop – Louisiana

U.S. Route 425: Arkansas to Bastrop – Louisiana

Drive 27 miles south on US-425 from the Arkansas border to Bastrop, Louisiana, through pine forests, farmland, and the scenic Chemin-A-Haut State Park. A peaceful ride through northeastern Louisiana’s bayou country.

U.S. Route 425: US-82 to Louisiana – Arkansas

U.S. Route 425: US-82 to Louisiana – Arkansas

Take a scenic drive along US-425 from US-82 to the Louisiana state line in southern Arkansas. Explore the pine forests, local history, and rural charm of this short but meaningful route through Ashley County.

U.S. Route 82: Crossett to US-425 – Arkansas

U.S. Route 82: Crossett to US-425 – Arkansas

Take a quiet ride through the pine-scented flatlands of southeast Arkansas as we follow a modest yet meaningful stretch of U.S. Highway 82 from Crossett to its junction with U.S. 425. This short 8-mile drive carries us from a town built on timber into the wider…

U.S. Route 425: Monticello to US-82 – Arkansas

U.S. Route 425: Monticello to US-82 – Arkansas

Explore the scenic drive along US Highway 425 from Monticello to US-82 in southeastern Arkansas. This 36-mile route passes through rural towns, farmland, future interstate corridors, and historic communities, offering travelers a peaceful glimpse into Arkansas’ countrys…

U.S. Route 75: Tulsa to Kansas – Oklahoma

U.S. Route 75: Tulsa to Kansas – Oklahoma

Follow US Route 75 for 61 miles from downtown Tulsa to the Kansas state line near Caney. This scenic northbound route passes through Bartlesville and small towns, blending cityscape, prairie, and history along Oklahoma’s northeastern corridor.

U.S. Route 70: Little Rock – Arkansas

U.S. Route 70: Little Rock – Arkansas

Explore a short but historic stretch of U.S. Route 70 in Little Rock, Arkansas, as we travel from North Little Rock across the Arkansas River through downtown, past Mount Holly Cemetery and the Governor’s Mansion Historic District, ending at the junction with AR-365 a…

U.S. Route 65: Springfield to Branson – Missouri

U.S. Route 65: Springfield to Branson – Missouri

Take a scenic 40-mile drive through the Missouri Ozarks as we follow US-65 from Springfield to Branson, passing through Ozark, Saddlebrooke, and Walnut Shade before arriving in the heart of Branson’s entertainment district.

U.S. Route 160: Cortez to Durango – Colorado

U.S. Route 160: Cortez to Durango – Colorado

Experience the beauty of southwest Colorado on this 45-mile drive along US Route 160 from Cortez to Durango. Explore Mesa Verde, pass through Mancos and Hesperus, and enjoy golden autumn views into the Animas River Valley.