Featured Travel Stories

• Discover Ancient History on America's Byways
  

  Long before explorer ships dropped anchor near the shores of modern-day America, many Native American civilizations rose and fell. Drive America’s Byways and discover ancient burial mounds, cliff dwellings, petroglyphs, and prehistoric earthworks as they whisper of sacred rituals and a...

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• Haunting America's Byways
  

  Ghost hunters take note: America's Byways® are haunted. From cemeteries to theaters, hotels to parks, supernatural phenomena keep visitors on their toes. If you're seeking an otherworldly experience, let America's Byways lead you into a new realm.

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• America's Biggest, Smallest, Hottest, and Everything in Between
  

  America's Byways take you through the most intriguing places in a nation famously varied in its wonders. As you experience the United States' most illustrious drives you will come across a multitude of extremes. Whether it's the country's hottest, longest, tallest or first, you'll find plenty...

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• Highways of Waterfalls
  

  A trickle, a stream or a cascade -- water in motion provides a special thrill. Sunlight sparkling in rainbows of mist, thunderous torrents, or the chill of spray can be a refreshing treat whether hiking through verdant forests or scorching deserts. From east, west and many places in between,...

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• Expeditions and Explorations on America's Byways
  

  From prehistoric times through to the modern day, explorers have braved the elements to travel, record, and map our country. Read about a few of the more well-known explorers who changed the rugged landscapes of this nation forever.

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• Discovering America's National Parks on America's Byways
  

  Known worldwide as hallmarks of immense beauty, moving history, and unrivaled recreational activities, America’s National Parks draw citizens and international travelers alike to discover the matchless experience each park provides. Drive America’s Byways through these national parks from...

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• The Lincoln Bicentennial on America's Byways
  

  Get swept up in the fervor overtaking the nation for the Lincoln Bicentennial. For 200 years, our 16th President’s legacy has permeated America to the depths of our pockets. Even if you just spent your last 5-dollar bill, you’ll still find the influential American president immortalized in...

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• Tempt Your Tastebuds along America's Byways
  

  Road-tripping is hungry work, but rather than fill the backseat with wadded-up fast food wrappers and paper cups, add some savor to your trip with fine dining and authentic local cuisine along America's Byways®.

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• Outdoor Fountains
  

  Who says art can’t be fun? Or wet, for that matter? All across the United States, you can enjoy whimsical, historic, and magnificent outdoor fountains and water features beyond the confines of conventional museums. Pay your last respects to the carefree days of summer by visiting some of the...

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• Trips on a Tankful on America's Byways
  

  These days the mere mention of a road trip is enough to make your pocketbook shudder. Luckily you're only a gas tank away from many delightful getaways that lie along America's Byways. For a fun and exciting close-to-home vacation, take a drive and explore a byway near you.

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• Small Town Festivals
  

  Big cities have lots of festivals, music and art, but if you are looking for more unconventional vacation destinations with down-home values, sincere hospitality, unconventional entertainment, and fun festivals, you can find them in the small towns along America's Byways.

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• Sunken Treasures of America's Byways
  

  From downed freighters to battle-scarred Spanish galleons, you’ll find an incredible world of long-buried shipwrecks on America’s Byways. In the frigid waters of Lake Superior and warmer Atlantic tidewaters off the coast of Florida, a world of haunting scenes and sunken landscapes awaits the...

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• Family Adventures on America's Byways
  

  Break out the shorts, dust off your sandals, and unpack the camera, because soon the snow will fade into shades of green, leaving nothing left to worry about but the location of this year’s family vacation. From New York to California, America's Byways come to life with a variety of memorable...

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• Hints of Spring on America's Byways
  

  Though it's still wintry in some parts of the country, spring is right around the corner. It's never too early to plan a trip along a byway to celebrate the change of the seasons. Here are some ideas for viewing the spectacular blooming wildflowers and trees that cloak the roadsides.

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• Wintertime Traditions on America's Byways
  

  In many regions in the nation, wintertime, with its cold days and long nights, gets a bad rap. For the savvy traveler, America's Byways deliver exciting experiences to get you through the long months before spring. Meet a Bald Eagle, send off dogsled riders, or enjoy a spin on an outdoor ice rink.

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• Byways for the Gourmet Road-tripper
  

  The hungry traveler on America's Byways finds classic fare around every bend. Whether you seek an al fresco experience with a world-class hot dog or a multi-course extravaganza prepared by a world famous chef, America's Byways consistently deliver.

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• Fine Dining on America's Byways
  

  Road-tripping is hungry work, but rather than fill the backseat with wadded up fast food wrappers and paper cups, add class to your trip with some fine dining along America's Byways. Sample some of the nation's best fare in world-famous restaurants and culinary celebrations.

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• Treading Lightly - Ecotourism on America's Byways
  

  As humanity spreads across the globe, the untouched and protected places become increasingly precious. Ecological tourism, or ecotourism, is a growing movement by travelers seeking to explore the natural world with minimum impact. America's Byways deliver you to wild scenery, wildlife rich...

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• Oceans and Great Lakes on the America's Byways
  

  When the summer months roll in, cool off along the great waters of America's Byways. In the Atlantic and the Pacific Oceans, or on the great inland seas of the Great Lakes, America's Byways offer plenty of watery adventures.

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• Enigmas Along America's Byways
  

  For the intrepid traveler, America's Byways can be pathways to a few of the country's most intriguing tales. Some stories are whimsical, some unnerving, and some downright weird. Pack a shovel and a flashlight, and keep a close eye on your fellow travelers. People have been known to disappear.

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• Clean Country Livin' on America's Byways
  

  From corn mazes and pumpkin catapults to bustling farmers markets, America's Byways offer unique adventures that show a simpler agrarian lifestyle.

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• Waterways and Byways
  

  Transportation over land is a recent development when compared to thousands of years of water transport. Today, America's Byways parallel these routes, highlighting the history and culture of life along the waterways.

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• Deserts of America's Byways
  

  For most visitors to the true desert, the experience is overwhelming and a little frightening; but what adventure isn't?

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• Historic Battlefields on America's Byways
  

  As you travel America’s Byways, walk across some of the battlefields where war once raged, watch a reenactment, or take a guided tour among crucial historic sites. Try to imagine the sacrifice and carnage that once tore apart these now peaceful landscapes.

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• American Cinema On America's Byways
  

  Devoted movie fans regularly make pilgrimages to America's Byways in hopes of catching glimpses of classic locales. Take a tour through genres and decades as you relive some of your favorite moments in cinema.

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• Wanted: Byway Outlaws
  

  America's history is one of struggle, where the difference between outlaw and lawman depends on how many people you have in your posse or the size of your gun. As you explore America's Byways, dig deeper into the history of good guys and bad guys and see how outlaws and lawmen shaped America.

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• Happy 10th Birthday, America's Byways!
  

  September 2006 marks the tenth anniversary of the designation of the first National Scenic Byways and All-American Roads. Since 1996, the program's noteworthy America's Byways, which at present number 126, have brought travelers to some of the nation's most intriguing locales. In the beginning,...

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• Colonial History
  

  North America was a new world, a land of mystery, paved in gold. European countries sent their people across the Atlantic, and several sites along America's Byways preserve the history of the many cultures that have claimed this land.

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• Historic National Road Celebrates Its Bicentennial
  

  Two hundred years ago this year, President Thomas Jefferson commissioned the construction of a National Road. As the leader of a growing nation he envisioned that such a road would assist westward progress and promote commercial travel over the Alleghany Mountains. The road unified the nation...

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• Presidential Pathways
  

  President Thomas Jefferson once wrote, "A morsel of genuine history is a thing so rare as to be always valuable." Seek out some presidential history on America's Byways, and you'll find some true gems.

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• Rock Climbing Adventures on America's Byways
  

  Ernest Hemingway said, "There are only three real sports: bull-fighting, car racing and mountain climbing. All the others are mere games." While touring along America's Byways might lack bull-fighting and local law enforcement discourages car racing, rock climbing opportunities abound along the...

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• Gardens on America's Byways
  

  Follow America's Byways through some of the most resplendent gardens in the country. The gardens feature fountains, water gardens, themed gardens, and creative topiary.

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• A Journey of Discovery
  

  Follow the path of Lewis and Clark on your own exploration of America. You will pass through fields of wheat and sunflowers, over mountain passes and gorges, and into the heart of the West as seen by Lewis and Clark. Start your own journey of discovery, and let America's Byways lead you to your...

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• Farming Heritage on America's Byways
  

  As the nation's population shifts from the country to the city, our children might begin to think that milk comes in plastic gallons and that corn comes in a can. Well, America's Byways can help you educate your kids (and maybe even yourself) about our country's agricultural heritage. Get your...

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• All Aboard America's Byways
  

  A whistle blows on a dark night, stirring excitement and longing for the glory days of the railroad. The romance of destinations unknown speaks to the soul of the explorer. America's Byways bring you all the thrills, adventure, and nostalgia of train rides. From the Oregon Coast Explorer on the...

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• Honoring Those Who Perished
  

  This Memorial Day, save the boating and barbecues for another sunny day, and take a trip to honor those who have given their lives in the service of our country. America's Byways lead you to many historic sites. From Civil War battlefields to the boyhood homes of former presidents, memorials...

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• Outdoor Adventures on America's Byways
  

  Fine weather brings warm temperatures, sunny days, and a great chance to experience what America's Byways have to offer both on and off the road. Here are some drives that have many outdoor options.

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• Romantic Escapes
  

  The cold winter months offer a great excuse for a cozy romantic getaway. Whether it's spending a weekend away from the kids or celebrating an anniversary, America's Byways® offer some fantastic destinations for a special trip.

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• Family Trips
  

  Tired of choruses of "are we there yet?" coming from the back seat? America's Byways® offer a wide range of activities -- scenic, historic, and just plain interesting -- to suit any family.

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• Extreme Adventure Travel
  

  All road trippers have a sense of adventure, but some travelers are looking for something more extreme. For travelers looking for a rush, America's Byways® is home to some exciting adventure activities.

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• Mountain Getaways
  

  Many of America's Byways meander through striking mountain ranges, offering numerous activities and gorgeous scenery to travelers adventurous enough to brave their peaks and valleys.

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• Fall Foliage Viewing on the America's Byways
  

  Autumn brings beautiful fall foliage for leaf peepers and America's Byways® are some of the best places to view the changing colors.

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• Pieces of Quirky Americana
  

  Experience America's quirkiness on America's Byways. Want to see the world's only monument to presidential bathing, or a tribute to a comic book superhero? All this and much more can be found on America's Byways.

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• Tracing Historic Routes
  

  Along America's Byways®, travelers have the opportunity to follow in the footsteps of early settlers or modern pioneers. Long before automobiles, ancient Indian tribes carved their own paths through the country.

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• Historical Battlefields
  

  Experience the country's military history on America's Byways. All across the United States are locations of battles and military history, which are important to understand the country's past. Walk in the footsteps of soldiers along one of the many battlefields or forts, and visit local museums...

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