National Scenic Byways Program
Collection of America’s Byways®
Designated by U.S. Secretary of Transportation

If you want to see coastal Alaska, take the ferry! A one-of-a-kind byway, Alaska's Marine Highway lets you leave the driving to someone else as you travel along scenic coastal routes totaling over 8,000 miles. Explore the 33 communities served by the Marine Highway, each with a different flavor of Alaskan indigenous and modern culture, fascinating history and great scenery. See whales, active volcanoes, glaciers, fjords, rare birds, and sea lions from the deck.

Length: 3,500 mi
Location: Alaska's Marine Highway consists of over 3,500 miles of coastal ocean routes connecting 33 port communities along the entire southern coast from Washington to the Krentizen Islands.

The Coronado Trail is much more than a lovely drive through high desert & forest. As you drive along former Native American footpaths later used as horse paths by Conquistadors & prospectors & then as wagon trails for pioneers, you'll revel in the scenic beauty & absorb some of the lore of the Trail. This land was home to nomadic tribes of hunters & gatherers, grizzly bears & wolves, trappers, outlaws, homesteaders, lumberjacks & ranchers. For a day this can be your land.

Length: 123 mi
Location: The Coronado Trail Scenic Byway is located along the east-central edge of the Arizona near the New Mexico border. It runs roughly in a north-south direction. In the north, the byway begins in Eagar, AZ and follows Hwy 180 to Hwy 191 where continues south to its end just north of Clifton, AZ

The remaining threads of Rt 66 weave through deserts, deep canyons, pine forests, snow-capped mountains and open spaces. Hike, bike and camp along lakes and among aspen trees. Experience skies filled with too many stars to count. Rt 66 is the gateway to native cultures past and present, forests and national monuments, and even the grandest canyon of all. It is a living piece of American's past where scenic beauty takes your breath away and history is at every intersection.

Length (in AZ): 370 mi
Location: Historic Route 66 generally runs east to west across north central Arizona. It is either on or adjacent to I-40 across most of Arizona. Route 66 runs between Luton in the east and in Topock in the west. Much of the original alignment of Route 66 is gone for the eastern two-thirds of the route, which follows I-40. The western 1/3 of the route follows the longest existing continuous stretch Route 66 and includes communities of Seligman, Valentine, Kingman and Topock.

Sedona's Red Rock Country is often called a "museum without walls," and the Red Rock Scenic Road takes you through it. Named “the most beautiful place in America" by USA Weekend in 2003, travelers are amazed by its power, diversity, and sense of intimacy with nature. Inhabited for thousands of years, the stunning red rock formations wrapped up in high country desert are alive with a timeless spirit that captivates and inspires, as it quietly beckons you to come explore.

Length: 8 mi
Location: The Red Rock Scenic Byway is located in central Arizona near Sedona, 120 miles north of Phoenix. It is generally oriented in a north-south direction on State Route 179. From the south, it begins 3.5 miles north of exit 298 off I-17 at mile post 302.5 and continues for 7.5 miles to Sedona, AZ.

Travelers to Sky Island Scenic Byway start their journey among giant saguaro cacti of the Sonoran desert and climb to shady conifer forests at nearly 9,000 ft. elevation, passing biological diversity equivalent to a drive from Mexico to Canada in just 27 miles. Sightseers enjoy spectacular views around every corner, and there are myriad recreation opportunities from hiking & camping, to skiing or having a meal topped off with world-famous pie in the village of Summerhaven.

Length: 27 mi
Location: The Sky Island Scenic Byway is located in southeastern Arizona. The Byway begins northeast of Tucson, AZ and runs north up the mountain on Forest Service-833, FS-10 and FS-11 for 27 miles, where it ends at Mt. Lemmon Ski Valley and Marshall Gulch.

A vast spectrum of visual delights awaits the visitor as they travel along this lofty highway. Numerous vistas provide an array of views from the shades of green in the foreground trees to the blue haze in the distant mountains. Large fields of rock and gnarled trees from winter winds and ice give testimony to the harsh environment the early settlers had on these mountains. Experience the sweeping sights and sounds among some of the highest points Arkansas has to offer.

Length: 16 mi
Location: The Talimena Scenic Drive is located in southeast Oklahoma and southwest Arkansas. It follows Oklahoma Highway 1 from Talihina east for 38 miles to the Arkansas border where the byway follows Arkansas Highway 88 for 16 miles to Mena, AR.

Traveling the Ebbetts Pass NSB is an adventure in itself, for all to enjoy, winding through glacially carved valleys and canyons, ancient volcanic peaks, and rugged granite snow- capped ridges. Its two State Park gateways feature the most northern groves of magnificent giant sequoias in the United States and steaming hot springs. Driving on this narrow asphalt ribbon brings the backcountry up close and personal, renewing spirit and body.

Length: 58 mi
Location: Ebbetts Pass is located in east-central California just south of Lake Tahoe. Generally running east to west, the byway begins in Markleeville on SR 89, then continues west on SR 4 for 56 miles to the junction of SR 89.

Dropping 1,700 feet in elevation from end to end, Colorado River Headwaters Byway follows the famous river past picturesque reservoirs, lush green ranchlands and through narrow canyons flanked by the railroad. Visit historic water diversion projects, museums, roadside parks and hot springs along the way. Wildlife abounds and year around recreation is plentiful with easy access to thousands of acres of public land offering spectacular views of mountain landscape and geology.

Length: 69 mi
Location: The Colorado River Headwaters Byway is located in north-central Colorado. From Grand Lake it runs generally in a south-west direction along US 34, US 40 and County Road 1, to State Bridge, CO.

Explore the magic called the Four Corners. Choose your beginning point and start your unforgettable journey on the Trail of the Ancients. Drive the byway by car, or be adventuresome and take a hike, raft a river, or explore an archaeological site. The Trail leads you to magical places of dinosaurs, huge rock formations, towering mountains and canyons of rainbow colors. World-renowned Mesa Verde National Park and Monument Valley Tribal Park are on The Trail of The Ancients.

Length: 480 mi
Location: The Trail of the Ancients Byway is a bi-state loop tour on various roads in extreme southwest Colorado and extreme southeast Utah. It incorporates the communities of Cortez and Dolores Colorado, and Monticello and Blanding Utah as well as Mesa Verde National Park, Natural Bridges National Monument and the Four Corners Monument.

Take an unforgettable journey through the rolling hills of the genteel Brandywine Valley landscape and discover the lasting influence of the du Pont family dynasty from city-side to country-side. This journey is a true Delaware original, often referred to as Chateau Country. The byway leads to an unparalleled concentration of historic sites, magnificent estates, glorious gardens and mesmerizing museums where visions from a vanished century abound.

Length: 12 mi
Location: The Byway is located in north central Delaware just north of Wilmington, DE. It is comprised of Route 52 and Route 100, which are roughly parallel to one another in a general north-south direction. The southern terminus is Wilmington. Traveling north, the byway splits into two roads at the juncture of Route 52 and Route 100. Each leg ends at the Delaware - Pennsylvania border.

Marvel at the awesome beauty around every corner of the International Selkirk Loop, a 280-mile scenic drive encircling the wild Selkirk Mountains in northeast Washington, north Idaho and southeast British Columbia. Play on the Loop's crystal clear rivers and lakes, or traverse its mountain trails to view snowcapped peaks and the largest diversity of wildlife in the lower 48 states. Explore charming communities with fascinating history, fun festivals and picturesque settings.

Length: 280 mi
Location: The International Selkirk Loop is a bi-state route that circles the Selkirk Mountains in northeast Washington and northern Idaho. The Byway extends into a portion of southeastern British Columbia with cooperative planning and marketing. The U.S. portion of the Loop consists of four connected state scenic byways. In Washington the route follows the Pend Oreille River including the communities of Metaline, Tiger, Cusick and Newport. In Idaho, the route includes the communities of Priest River, Sandpoint, Bonners Ferry and Porthill.

When Lewis and Clark journeyed through north central Idaho 200 years ago, they sought a "northwest passage" to the Pacific Ocean. What they found--sparkling rivers, deep canyons and rugged mountains--is largely unchanged for travelers today. Trace historic routes along the Clearwater and Lochsa Rivers in this breathtaking land of the Nimiipuu. Whether you're exploring culture, recreation or adventure, you'll find this "Northwest Passage" an incredible journey.

Length: 202 mi
Location: The Byway runs east and west across northern Idaho on US 12, between Lewiston on the Snake River at the Washington border and Lolo Pass at the Montana border. The Byway includes a spur, which runs south from Highway 12 at Kooskia to Grangeville.

The journey begins at Franklin, Idaho's first city, then up the Bear River tracing northern Mormon settlement, military campaigns, and the first Yellowstone route. Relive the pioneer saga at historic buildings/sites/projects like the Oneida Stake Academy, Bear River Massacre, Last Chance Canal, and Chesterfield, a Mormon "Ghost Town". Walk Oregon Trail ruts in emigrant footsteps. See major geologic/natural sites that shaped settlement. Scenic Tincup Creek ends the journey.

Length: 127 mi
Location: The Pioneer Historic Byway is located in southeastern Idaho. The Byway begins at the Utah border and follows Highway 91, Highway 34 and Highway 30 diagonally across the corner of the state to the Wyoming border. It includes the communities of Preston, Soda Springs and east near Grays Lake.

Head out to the Western Heritage Historic Byway to explore the vast sagebrush lands and canyon rims of the Snake River. Follow the byway signs to 12 key sites. The panoramic, breathtaking view encompasses the snowcapped Owyhee Mountains, the Boise Front, and the Snake River Birds of Prey NCA. Back on the byway to Dedication Point, a short trail leads visitors to an overlook on the cliffs of the Snake River. It's an unforgettable sight - serene, tranquil, and beautiful.

Length: 40 mi
Location: The Western Heritage Historic Byway spans more than 40 miles in southwestern Idaho. The Byway runs south on State Highway 69 from Meridian at the intersection of I-84 south through Kuna to the Swan Falls Dam at the Snake River.

In 1926, America was on the move and Route 66 became the way to "motor west." The road gave birth to service stations, motels, diners and of course, often kitschy roadside attractions to entertain travelers on their journey. Today, Illinois 66 is a continuum of one-of-a-kind connections to the old road...neon signs, filling stations, mom and pop diners and unique roadside attractions, all set against the backdrop of America's agricultural heartland.

Length: 436 mi
Location: Historic Route 66 follows roads that cut diagonally across Illinois from downtown Chicago to the Mississippi River opposite St Louis, MO. Historic Route 66 is located on a combination of State and local roads that generally parallel I-55. Other communities along the route include Joliet, Bloomington, Springfield and Collinsville.

The Illinois River Valley imparts feelings of grandeur and awe at the power of the river as it winds its way through a landform carved by glacial meltwater. The seasonal colors and rhythms of the Byway’s forests, wetlands, bluffs, and prairies vary from subtle blue and brown to vibrant range and green, and from muted bird calls to tugboat foghorns. Byway visitors can breathe the fresh air, feel the texture of history and nature, and experience a patchwork of landscapes.

Length: 291 mi
Location: The Illinois River Road parallels the Illinois River in central Illinois, beginning west of Chicago at Ottawa, and proceeding along the both sides of the Illinois River to Peoria and south to Havana.

The Flint Hills Scenic Byway is the gateway to the Tallgrass Prairie. It offers the traveler a glimpse of what the grasslands of the Great Plains were like as early inhabitants and pioneers arrived in this place. It provides a personal view of the beauty of the prairie from its tiniest inhabitants to its massive horizon and boundless sky. The Byway embraces the traveler in the majesty of the land and leaves one with a greater appreciation of one's place in the universe.

Length: 48 mi
Location: The Byway is located in central eastern Kansas, south of Manhattan and west of I-35. It follows Route 177 between Council Grove and Cassoday.

This byway moves through radiant wetlands exploding with wildlife; prairie vistas with immense blue skies; and rural communities shaped by nature and the entrepreneurial spirit. Although the wetlands are beautiful and rural life will charm the traveler, it is wildlife that captures the spirit of this byway. Clouds of sand hill cranes descend and pelicans, bald and golden eagles, shorebirds, ducks, geese, and whooping cranes gracefully rest here. The wetlands are truly alive.

Length: 77 mi
Location: The Byway is in central Kansas, south of I-40, and east of Great Bend. It passes through Hoisington, Claflin, Great Bend and St. John, and includes the Cheyenne Bottoms Wildlife Area and the Quivira National Wildlife Refuge.

The Catoctin Mountain Scenic Byway is the gateway to mid-Maryland's, historic, scenic, and natural-resource based recreation opportunities found along the Catoctin Mountains. The Route includes scenic views of farmsteads, orchards, and mountains; gateways into historic, revitalized downtowns; historic sites from early industrial history to the Civil War; and parks for hiking, camping, picnicking, and exploring; as well as wonderful places to stay, eat, and shop along the way.

Length: 38 mi
Location: The Byway follows US 15 in central Maryland, from the Potomac River at the Virginia border to Pennsylvania just south of Gettysburg. The Byway is located entirely in Frederick County.

Pure copper! In Michigan's northern wilderness you will find the legacy of a mining boom that produced over ten billion pounds of copper that supplied a growing nation with a valuable natural resource. Today, the story of the Copper Country is told in the historic downtowns, mine shafthouses, and through the history of the people. Come drive along the Copper Country Trail and experience the heritage of America's industrial revolution, immigration, and frontier life.

Length: 47 mi
Location: The Copper Country Trail is located in northern Michigan on the Keweenaw Peninsula that extends into Lake Superior. The byway runs in a general south-west to north-east direction. It follows US 41 beginning near the communities of Houghton and Hancock and ending near Copper Harbor, MI.

River Road showcases all the Au Sable River Valley has to offer while surrounded by the scenic and natural beauty of the Huron National Forest. Enjoy panoramic views from high sand bluffs or learn of the areas colorful history at Lumberman's Monument Visitor Center. Enjoy spectacular fall colors or quiet winter splendor; River Road can be explored in any season. Hike, canoe, birdwatch, fish, snowmobile or ski, there are many ways to experience nature along River Road.

Length: 22 mi
Location: The River Road Scenic Byway is located in east central Michigan. It runs in a general east-west direction beginning in Oscoda, MI on Lake Huron and generally follows the Au Sable River east.

In just 54 miles, the recreational heart of the Paul Bunyan Scenic Byway comes alive with the tellin' of some tales. In many ways, including interpretive panels and local folks, travelers learn truth and lore. One story tells the continuing allure of great fishing through Paul's epic battle with Notorious Nate. Another sets the stage for development of the family resort business, still alive and kickin' today. Recreational memories are waiting for your touch of creativity.

Length: 64 mi
Location: The Byway is located in Cass and Crow Wing Counties in central Minnesota. The byway passes along or between lakes including the Whitefish Chain and includes the communities of Pine River, Manhattan Beach, Crosslake, Breezy Point, Pequot Lakes and Jenkins.

This one-hundred-mile-plus corridor that parallels the Mississippi River captures multiple sites of historical significance at local, state and national levels. Every aspect of the scenic byways criteria can be found along this route that connects four of the oldest settlements along the Mississippi River. These settlements are Natchez, Port Gibson, Vicksburg, and Woodville. The vitally historic Natchez Trace Parkway is also directly connected off of this corridor.

Length: 101 mi
Location: The Byway is the Great River Road in the southwest corner of Mississippi. It generally follows US 61 along Mississippi's western border from near Redwood, south through Vicksburg, Port Gibson, and Natchez to its end near Woodville.

The history of New England's longest and most powerful river reaches back into time. It is the story of clashing continental plates and glaciers, Abenaki living lightly on the land, and of colonial settlement in villages among fields and forests whose architectural distinction still dominates. Experience the traditions, the vivid history and deeply rooted farming heritage, the call of the railroads, and recreational adventures, all in a natural setting of unparalleled beauty.

Length: 500 mi
Location: The bi-state Connecticut River Byway generally follows the New Hampshire and Vermont roads that parallel either side of the Connecticut River between Massachusetts and Quebec, Canada. Major departures include NH Route 63 through Hinsdale and Westmoreland in the south, and VT Routes 2, 18 and I-93near St, Johnsbury, VT.

Rejuvenate your spirit along the Geronimo Trail. Immerse yourself in the history of Apaches and the hot mineral springs used by Geronimo and his warriors. Step back in time to visit the historic mining towns that flourished and died with the fortunes of gold and silver. Experience the Black Range Mountains that are part of historic Apacheria. From desert lakes to forested mountains, the Geronimo Trail encompasses the essence of the spirit of freedom and independence.

Length: 154 mi
Location: The Byway is located in south central New Mexico. It includes two roadway legs. The byway is centered on the community of Truth or Consequences, NM on the Rio Grande River. One leg extends to San Lorenzo on Highway 152, and the other follows Highway 52 to Chloride and beyond.

The Trail of the Mountain Spirits Scenic Byway beckons. Go where the spirits of miners, homesteaders, Indians, Spanish explorers, and mountain men have left their mark. Those seeking solitude and unspoiled natural beauty immersed in a rich history should drive the Byway. Crossing the Continental Divide, experiencing the wild Gila River, walking amongst the ruins of ancients to sense life before history, and hearing the sounds of solitude make the journey worth it.

Length: 110 mi
Location: The Byway is located in southwestern New Mexico centered on Silver City. It forms a loop to the north into the Gila National Forest. The Byway includes a spur leading to Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument. At San Lorenzo, the Trail of the Mountain Spirits Scenic Byway meets the Geronimo Trail Scenic Byway.

The Mohawk Towpath Byway links scenic, recreational and historic resources along the Mohawk River, original Erie Canal, enlarged Erie Canal and current Barge Canal corridor from Waterford to Schenectady. Many prosperous communities like Vischer Ferry, Crescent, Cohoes, Rexford, and the Stockade District of Schenectady grew up along these routes. Architecture from the 18th and 19th centuries endures, as does the landscape and the perseverance of the canal builders.

Length: 23 mi
Location: The Byway is located in east central New York, north of Albany. The byway generally follows the Mohawk River from its confluence with the Hudson River at Waterford to Schenectady.

Experience 12,000 years of history along Lake Erie. Visit the Lake ErieIslands, coastal marshes, prairies, rivers and waterfalls. Follow tales of Great Lakes shipping and sailing with visits to maritime museums, restored freighters, and lighthouses. Experience exciting big-city ports and quaint nautical villages. Learn about the Western Reserve, Underground Railroad and the War of 1812 at historic sites and museums. Bike, hike, boat, fish, birdwatch, or enjoy sandy beaches.

Length: 293 mi
Location: This Byway stretches along the Lake Erie shoreline from Toledo through Sandusky and various lake shore communities to Cleveland and on to the Ohio - Pennsylvania border. The road is generally located immediately beside the Lake Erie shoreline. In Toledo, a loop extends into unique oak tree areas west of the city center.

A vast spectrum of visual delights awaits the visitor as they travel along this lofty highway. Numerous vistas provide an array of views from the shades of green in the foreground trees to the blue haze in the distant mountains. Large fields of rock and gnarled trees from winter winds and ice give testimony to the harsh environment the early settlers had on these mountains. Experience the sweeping sights and sounds among some of the highest points Oklahoma has to offer.

Length (in OK): 38 mi
Location: The Talimena Scenic Drive is located in southeast Oklahoma and southwest Arkansas. It follows Oklahoma Highway 1 from Talihina, OK, east for 38 miles to the Arkansas border where the byway follows Arkansas Highway 88 for 16 miles to Mena, AR.

Welcome to the Mt. Hood Scenic Byway, where once volcanoes spewed and mammoth floods scoured deep gorges. Discover exquisite geologic wonders, waterfalls, temperate rain forests and wild rivers, where natural flora and fauna thrive. Explore our pastoral valleys with farm-fresh produce. See what Lewis & Clark saw. Experience that formidable last leg of the Oregon Trail, the Barlow Road. Enjoy yourself in our bountiful wonderland. After all, the pioneers did call it "paradise."

Length: 105 mi
Location: The Byway circles Mt. Hood in northwestern Oregon. The Byway begins in Troutdale on the Columbia River (east of Portland). It makes a sweeping southeasterly loop through Sandy, Government Camp and around Mt. Hood, ending in Hood River on the Columbia River.

Follow America's "North Coast" on the Pennsylvania Seaway Trail. Recreation and history abound with the proximity of Lake Erie, lush agricultural landscape and the hustle and bustle of historic downtown Erie and revitalized Bayfront. Presque Isle State Park and Presque Isle Bay are recreation destinations teeming with stories of War of 1812 historic events. The Seaway Trail will provide experiences visitors will cherish, recommend to others and seek to enjoy again and again.

Length (in PA): 64 mi
Location: The Seaway Trail is located in northwestern Pennsylvania along the shore of Lake Erie. The byway parallel the Lake Erie coast line from Ohio to New York through Erie, PA, and includes a spur into Presque Isle State Park.

Explore the magic called the Four Corners. Choose any beginning point and start your unforgettable journey on the Trail of the Ancients. You can do it all by auto or be adventurous and take a hike, raft a river, then explore one of the numerous ancient ruins. The Trail leads you to magical places of dinosaurs, huge rock formations, towering mountains, and canyons of rainbow colors. World-renowned Mesa Verde National Park and Monument Valley Tribal Park are on The Trail.

Length: 480 mi
Location: The Trail of the Ancients Byway is a bi-state loop tour on various roads in extreme southwest Colorado and extreme southeast Utah. It incorporates the communities of Cortez and Dolores Colorado, and Monticello and Blanding Utah as well as Mesa Verde National Park, Natural Bridges National Monument and the Four Corners Monument.

The history of New England's longest and most powerful river reaches back into time. It is the story of clashing continental plates and glaciers, Abenaki living lightly on the land, and of colonial settlement in villages among fields and forests whose architectural distinction still dominates. Experience the traditions, the vivid history and deeply rooted farming heritage, the call of the railroads, and recreational adventures, all in a natural setting of unparalleled beauty.

Length: 500 mi
Location: The bi-state Connecticut River Byway generally follows the New Hampshire and Vermont roads that parallel either side of the Connecticut River between Massachusetts and Quebec, Canada. Major departures include NH Route 63 through Hinsdale and Westmoreland in the south, and VT Routes 2, 18 and I-93 near St. Johnsbury, VT.

The Parkway is an elongated, man-made feature that provides a safe leisurely recreational driving experience free from commercial traffic and the congestion of highways. It embraces Southern Appalachian cultural, natural, scenic and recreational resources and is free of stressful interruptions. It promotes public understanding, appreciation and knowledge of Appalachia by preserving and protecting the natural, historic and cultural resources contained within its boundaries.

Length (in VA): 217 mi
Location: The Blue Ridge Parkway in southwestern Virginia begins on Afton Mountain west of Charlottesville, and proceeds in a southwesterly through Roanoke to the Virginia and North Carolina border in Galax, VA near I-77.

The Colonial Parkway is a scenic & historic drive that not only illustrates the breadth of the English colonial experience in America, but is also an outstanding example of American parkway design. Built at the height of the movement & retaining its original integrity to a remarkable degree, the 23-mile route connects the historic sites of Jamestown, Williamsburg & Yorktown, & allows travelers to complete the drive with no stops and a bare minimum of modern visual intrusions.

Length: 23 mi
Location: The Colonial Parkway is in the southeastern corner of Virginia, between the York River and the James River. The parkway connects Yorktown to Jamestown through Williamsburg.

As the scenic grand gateway and greenway to the Nation’s Capital, the parkway offers the opportunity to experience the historic story of the birth of our Nation, combined with a scenic, natural, cultural and recreational experience of a lifetime. You will see Mount Vernon, where George Washington lived, sweeping views of the Nation's Capital, and the breathtaking Great Falls of the Potomac, where Washington demonstrated his skill as an engineer building the Patowmack Canal.

Length: 25 mi
Location: The George Washington Memorial Parkway is in the northeast corner of Virginia across the Potomac River from Maryland and Washington, DC. Beginning in Mount Vernon, it proceeds north along the west bank of the Potomac River through Alexandria to its intersection with I-495.

In its over seventy year history, Skyline Drive has offered millions of Americans the experience of viewing many of the most scenic vistas in the eastern United States. The experience combines the protected setting of Shenandoah National Park with 75 well designed overlooks, two visitor centers with well planned programs, and outstanding National Park Service staff along with an incredible array of native trees and plants, and both common and rare animal and insect species.

Length: 105 mi
Location: Skyline Drive is located in Shenandoah National Park in northwestern Virginia. It begins in Font Royal and runs southwesterly passing near Luray and Elkton to its end at US 250 near Waynesboro and I-64.

Travel through ancient coulees and imagine walls of water hundreds of feet deep churning the rocks and soil gouging these now dry canyons, leaving behind erratic rocks of all sizes and types as silent artifacts of roaring torrents. Now, around a bend in the highway, observe a peaceful glistening jewel-like lake with a mule deer grazing alongside and a peregrine falcon flying high above. Stop at Dry Falls and imagine its power, as it was ten times larger than Niagara Falls.

Length: 150 mi
Location: The Byway includes portions of US 97 and SR 17 in the central portion of Washington. The route winds through dramatic mountains and gorges from the town of Omak, 40 miles south of the Canada border, to Othello, 150 miles to the south.

Marvel at the awesome beauty around every corner of the International Selkirk Loop, a 280-mile scenic drive encircling the wild Selkirk Mountains in northeast Washington, north Idaho and southeast British Columbia. Play on the Loop's crystal clear rivers and lakes, or traverse its mountain trails to view snowcapped peaks and the largest diversity of wildlife in the lower 48 states. Explore charming communities with fascinating history, fun festivals and picturesque settings.

Length: 280 mi
Location: The International Selkirk Loop is a bi-state route that circles the Selkirk Mountains in northeast Washington and northern Idaho. The route extends into a portion of southeastern British Columbia with cooperative planning and marketing. The U.S. portion of the Loop consists of four connected state scenic byways. In Washington the route follows the Pend Oreille River including the communities of Metaline, Tiger, Cusick and Newport. In Idaho, the route includes the communities of Priest River, Sandpoint, Bonners Ferry and Porthill.

The Greenway follows the Skykomish River through the lush farmlands of Puget Sound before transforming into a white water torrent in this arrow valley of the North Cascade Mountains. Framed by jagged peaks and towering waterfalls on the west, the route gives way to fragrant Pine forests along the Wenatchee River before ending in the sunny orchards of Wenatchee Valley. Throughout, historic communities shaped by the rugged landscape share their stories and their hospitality.

Length: 89 mi
Location: The Stevens Pass Greenway follows US 2 from Monroe, just 30 miles northeast of Seattle, east to Cashmere, near the Columbia River. It traverses the Stevens Pass as it heads to central Washington, passing through small towns such as Leavenworth along the way.

Travel the Staunton-Parkersburg Turnpike Byway and Backways across West Virginia from the Virginia line to the Ohio River. The road that was the strategic prize in the First Campaign of the Civil War features pristine Civil War sites and charming historic towns. Hike through vast forests; fish in mountain streams and secluded lakes. Get off the beaten path onto this 1840s road whose woods, small farms and beautiful mountain vistas take you back to an earlier time.

Length: 180 mi
Location: The Staunton-Parkersburg Turnpike is located in north central West Virginia and generally runs east to west across WV from the Virginia border on Route 250 to Elkins and west to Parkersburg on Route 47.