Pack up the Car and Head out on the Best Road Trip Routes in America
Appalachian Trail
A road trip through the Appalachian Trail will take you through the Great Smoky Mountains and from Maine to Georgia. Here, the journey is the ultimate attraction as scenic two-lane roads twist through incredible natural beauty.
You’ll drive through state parks, alongside rivers and through forests. Hiking enthusiasts will enjoy stopping along the way to enjoy the trail itself, the longest and most famous in the world.
If you’re feeling adventurous, there’s plenty of whitewater rafting along the way as well. Since most of this route is about enjoying nature, camping is a must, especially along the Blue Ridge Parkway, which means your biggest cost will be gas and supplies.
Tent reservations start around $30 USD per night, but cabins are also available at some sites too.
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Route 100
Best taken during September or October, Vermont’s Route 100 offers a chance to see the most beautiful fall foliage while enjoying the luxury of New England hospitality. It’s best taken as a lover’s getaway rather than a family road trip, but if you have to bring the kids along, there’s plenty for them to enjoy too.
Sample the state’s famous maple syrup, craft beer and tasty apple cider. Explore the Ben & Jerry’s ice cream factory, which culminates in a free scoop for all visitors.
Enjoy the scenery from your picture window during a stay in a cute B&B or chalet like The Trapp Family Lodge owned by the real Von Trapp family from “The Sound of Music.” Despite the tiny size of the state, and a distance of only 200 miles or so, expect to spend upwards of $500 USD between gas, lodging and food for a two to three day trip.
