Eagle Nest Lake, New Mexico by Kathy Weiser
There are wonderful drives all across America including National Scenic Byways, Back Country Byways, and State Scenic Byways. A National Scenic Byway is recognized by the United States Department of Transportation for one of the six “intrinsic qualities”: archeological, cultural, historic, natural, recreational, and/or scenic. The most scenic byways are designated All-American Roads, which must meet two out of the six intrinsic qualities. Currently, there are 120 National Scenic Byways and 31 All-American Roads. In addition to these, there are hundreds more designated by individual states, as well as scenic drives and back-country byways designated by the Bureau of Land Management.
Scenic Byways & Historic Trails:
Scenic 7 Byway in Arkansas, Kathy Weiser
Alpine Loop Back Country Byway
Cherokee Trail – Alternate Route to the West
White Cloud, Kansas Overlook, viewing the Missouri River, Missouri and Iowa, by Dave Alexander
Cherokee Trail – Alternate Route to the West
Pony Express Route Map
Cherokee Trail – Alternate Route to the West
Route 66 near Afton, Oklahoma, Kathy Weiser
Cherokee Trail – Alternate Route to the West
Cherokee Trail – Alternate Route to the West
Additional Reading:
The National Road – First Highway in America
Stop worrying about the potholes in the road & enjoy the journey.
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