by Open Road Archive | Apr 6, 2023 | County Roads
When we find ourselves exploring the quiet roads around Rockwood, Tennessee, one little detour we never skip is the short but rewarding drive up the Mt. Roosevelt Scenic Overlook Access Road. Stretching about a mile and a half north from Rockwood, this modest route...
by Open Road Archive | Apr 4, 2023 | U.S. Numbered Highway System, U.S. Route 70
If you ever find yourself needing a peaceful alternative to Interstate 40 through the heart of East Tennessee, U.S. Route 70 between Crossville and Rockwood is one of those hidden gems that never disappoints. This roughly 24-mile stretch carries us eastward through...
by Open Road Archive | Mar 21, 2023 | State Highways, Tennessee State Highways
Let’s hit the road through the heart of south-central Tennessee as we travel 24 miles east along Tennessee Route 55, connecting the legendary town of Lynchburg with the bustling crossroads of Manchester. Our journey kicks off right in the middle of Lynchburg’s quaint...
by Open Road Archive | Mar 7, 2023 | State Highways, Tennessee State Highways
Join us as we cruise north for about 5 miles along Tennessee Route 22, connecting the hallowed grounds of Shiloh National Military Park with the small river town of Crump. This short but meaningful stretch in southwest Tennessee gives us a moment to appreciate the...
by Open Road Archive | Feb 28, 2023 | State Highways, Tennessee State Highways
Let’s take a ride eastbound along one of Nashville’s most important beltways—Tennessee Route 155, more commonly known to locals as Briley Parkway. Spanning roughly 16 miles on this stretch, this route arcs gracefully around the northern side of Music City, connecting...
