Travel U.S. Route 49 from Brinkley to Helena–West Helena, Arkansas, across the Delta’s farmland and small towns to the Mississippi River. Explore historic sites, scenic byways, and the cultural heart of the Arkansas Delta.
🕰️ Historic Alignment
Follow the path of history with the Historic Alignment tag, featuring road segments that trace original U.S. highway alignments no longer used today.
The 🕰️ Historic Alignment tag is used for segments of highway that follow a former or original route of a major U.S. highway—often bypassed, decommissioned, or rerouted over time. These alignments may include old pavement, narrow bridges, vintage signage, or remnants of once-thriving roadside towns.
These routes are valuable for their connection to highway history and often appeal to travelers interested in nostalgia, Americana, or the evolution of U.S. road infrastructure. They may no longer carry heavy traffic but still offer a glimpse into the past.
Routes Tagged: 🕰️ Historic Alignment
Interstate 22: Tupelo, Mississippi to Birmingham, Alabama
Follow Interstate 22 for 128 miles from Tupelo, Mississippi, to Birmingham, Alabama — a modern corridor across rolling hills, Appalachian foothills, and historic U.S. 78 communities.
Military Road: Glen Rose to Rockport
Drive 7 miles along Military Road from Glen Rose to Rockport, Arkansas, a historic route paralleling I-30 that blends forested stretches, rural homes, and a crossing over the interstate before reaching U.S. 270.
U.S. Route 70: North Little Rock to Lonoke
Travel 23 miles along U.S. Route 70 from North Little Rock to Lonoke, Arkansas. Explore historic downtown streets, farmland vistas, and early highway alignments on this classic Delta corridor.
Arkansas Highway 229: Benton to Haskell
Take a short drive along Arkansas Highway 229 from Benton to Haskell, a two-mile stretch of old U.S. 67 that blends small-town character with the history of Arkansas’s highway network.
Arkansas Highway 5: Little Rock to Benton
Follow Arkansas Highway 5 from Little Rock to Benton along the historic Stagecoach corridor. Explore 13 miles of suburban neighborhoods, wooded stretches, and local landmarks, including the Geographic Center of Arkansas.
U.S. Route 70: Brownsville to Lakeland – Tennessee
Follow U.S. Route 70 for 36 miles from Brownsville to Lakeland, Tennessee, along the state’s first numbered highway. Pass farms, small towns, and historic roadside landmarks on this slower-paced alternative to I-40.
Arkansas Highway 365: Little Rock to White Hall
Travel 26 miles along Arkansas Highway 365 from Little Rock to White Hall, a historic former U.S. 65 alignment that parallels I-530 through rail towns, farmland, pine forest, and Central Arkansas history.
Arizona Route 66: Seligman to Kingman
Drive the historic and scenic Arizona State Route 66 from Seligman to Kingman. This iconic segment of Historic U.S. Route 66 travels through desert plains, ghost towns, and tribal lands, showcasing classic Americana and the rugged beauty of Arizona’s high desert.
California Route 2: West Hollywood to Santa Monica — Los Angeles County Drive
Explore a dynamic stretch of California Route 2 through Los Angeles—from the boutiques of Beverly Hills to the breezy streets of Santa Monica. Discover urban contrasts, historic Route 66 traces, and Westside charm along Santa Monica Boulevard.
Interstate 169: Hopkinsville to Nortonville – Kentucky
Drive all 34.2 miles of Kentucky’s Interstate 169 from Hopkinsville to Nortonville, capturing the transition from the historic Pennyrile Parkway to a modern Interstate route. Experience farmland, forests, and legacy signage in this unique pre-Interstate snapshot.
Oklahoma Highway 66: Bristow to Edmond
Cruise 64 miles along Oklahoma Highway 66 from Bristow to Edmond, exploring classic Route 66 towns, scenic farmland, and roadside icons like Arcadia’s Round Barn. A must-see slice of Oklahoma Americana!