It’s hard to separate the Great River Road in Mississippi from its counterpart, the Blues Highway. The history explored by these two routes is not only the story of Mississippi, but also America ...

The Great River Road follows the Mississippi River through 10 states, including a stop at La Crosse in Wisconsin. | Credit: larrybraunphotography.com / Getty Images The Mississippi River is a ...

The Great River Road—following along the mighty Mississippi River is the granddaddy of all road trips. Buckle up and get ready for the experience of a lifetime. Our editors and experts handpick ...

Along the Great River Road, Minnesota beckons with Itasca's ancient forests and charming towns like Bemidji, home to the ...

As far as fantastic American road trips go, the Great River Road National Scenic Byway deserves a spot near the very top of the list. And it’s high time you got to know it better. The Great ...

Fall is one of the best times of year to drive the Great River Road National Scenic Byway, nearly 3,000 miles of roads and highways that hug the Mississippi River from Minnesota to Louisiana.

Ralph Eubanks For most Americans, the Mississippi River exists more as an idea than a real waterway. That is because the river is largely hidden from view. While driving the Great River Road ...

SAVANNA, Ill. — A 3,000-mile stretch of road that cuts right through our region is being recognized for its scenic beauty. Great River Road goes through Savanna, Illinois, and was named the ...

Gehman's 2003 book, "Touring Louisiana's Great River Road: The Mississippi from Angola North to Venice South" would seem to answer the query with its subtitle, but there's much more to the story.

Officially called the Great River Road National Scenic Byway, this series of state and local highways and roads follows the course of the Mississippi River for 3,000 miles, through 10 states.