What are the most spectacular roads in the USA?

Located in North America, the USA is a true paradise for drivers, as it hosts more than 2,000 roads listed as the most spectacular in the world.

Featuring mountains, deserts, coasts, and snow, in the USA you’ll get your dream road. And you’ll never want to wake up. For instance, at the top of your list, you need to drive the Million Dollar Highway, the most beautiful road in America, and probably in the world. Built in the late 1880s, you'll be on the "outside" for a while with a hell of a view to your right (let the passenger enjoy the view; you'll want to watch the road). Another paved option must be the Iron Mountain Road, featuring 17 miles, 314 curves, 14 switchbacks, 3 pigtails, and 3 tunnels in the Black Hills of South Dakota. No list would be complete without the winding Tail of the Dragon: 318 curves in 11 miles. Spanning Tennessee and North Carolina, it is one of the most scenic drives in the USA. You also can’t skip driving Mount Evans Scenic Byway, the highest paved road in North America, climbing up to 4,310m (14,130ft) in Colorado. It is said to be the highest paved road in North America.

For those who prefer unpaved experiences, the country hosts some of the most defiant yet scenic roads in the world. You can’t miss Black Bear Pass, a high mountain adventure in the Colorado Rockies. Climbing up to 3,915m (12,844ft) above sea level, it's one of the highest roads in Colorado. You can also discover the beauty of Engineer Pass, a mountain pass at an elevation of 3,901m (12,800ft) above sea level in Colorado. It’s mostly a first-gear ride because the road is rough and rocky. The legendary Shafer Trail Road in Utah's Canyonlands National Park is an iconic drive located on the east-central edge of Utah. At times, the road is so narrow that only one car can pass. And Lippincott Mine Road in California is for experienced 4WD drivers using high-clearance vehicles only. You'll need a good map, as the routes are not marked and there are no signs. It’s one of the challenging backcountry roads in Death Valley National Park.

Boehmer Reservoir is a high mountain reservoir at an elevation of 3.610m (11,843ft) above the sea level, located in El Paso County, in the U.S. state of Colorado.

Off-roading is an adrenaline and action-packed adventure that excites many. However, without the right vehicle, your off-roading may fail to take off or be one stressful experience. Off-roading forums online can be a good source of car-buying and driving tips as they attract fellow off-roading enthusiasts.

Those looking for a diverse road trip should look no further than the United States, which offers a variety of terrains, stunning scenery, and unique roadside attractions that will ensure you have an unforgettable journey.

Located in San Francisco, in the US state of California, San Mateo-Hayward Bridge is one of the most spectacular bridges in the world.

Pajarito Mountain is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 3.158m (10,360ft) above the sea level, located in Los Alamos County, in north central New Mexico, USA. It’s one of the highest mountain roads of New Mexico.

Located outside of the small coastal community of Yakutat, in the U.S. state of Alaska, Nine Mile Bridge is one of the most spectacular bridges in the world.

Mill Creek Summit is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.685m (8,809ft) above the sea level, located in Custer County, in the U.S. state of Idaho.

Dead Horse Lake is a high mountain sub-alpine lake at an elevation of 3.373m (11,066ft) above the sea level, located in Wayne County, in south-central Utah, in USA. Altitude and extreme weather is always a factor at any time of year. It’s one of the highest roads of Utah.

Bald Mountain is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 3.246m (10,649ft) above the sea level, located in Park County, in the U.S. state of Wyoming. It’s one of the highest roads of Wyoming.

Beaver Mountain is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 2.837m (9,307ft) above the sea level, located in Dolores County, in the U.S. state of Colorado.

Deadwood Mountain is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 2.306m (7,565ft) above the sea level, located in Boise County, in the U.S. state of Idaho.

Mount Pluto is an extinct volcano at an elevation of 2.626m (8,615ft) above the sea level, located in Placer County, in the U.S. state of California.

Monument Hill is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.885m (9,465ft) above the sea level, located in Madison County, in southwestern Montana, in USA. 

Beaver Ridge is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 2.249m (7,378ft) above the sea level, located in Idaho County, Idaho, in USA.

June Lake Loop (California State Route 158) is a very scenic drive in Mono County, in the east central portion of the U.S. state of California passing four alpine lakes, towering mountains and incredible alpine scenery.

Coronet Drive is a short scenic mountain road located in Summit County, Colorado, in United States.The road is impassable from November to May.

Saddle Mountain is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 2.538m (8,326ft) above the sea level, located in Catron County, New Mexico, United States.

Worrying statistics from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) show that there are more than 3 000 fatal traffic accidents involving large commercial vehicles every year in the USA. These vehicles include 18-wheeler trucks which are among the most common types of trucks on roads. Knowing the major causes of these accidents can play a significant role in helping drivers to avoid the accidents.

Chalk Mountain is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 3.667m (12,030ft) above the sea level, located in Lake County, in the U.S. state of Colorado.

You might assume that you need to be riding on some of the world’s most dangerous roads to be at risk of a motorcycle accident. However, motorcycle accidents can happen for a wide variety of reasons and in some reasonably normal riding conditions.

Windy Point Pass is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.889m (9,477ft) above the sea level located in Montrose County, in Colorado, USA.

Rustler Peak is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 1.860m (6,102ft) above the sea level, located in Jackson County, Oregon, in USA.

Elbow Lake is a high mountain sub-alpine lake at an elevation of 3.396m (11,141ft) above the sea level, located in Wayne County, in the US state of Utah. Altitude and extreme weather are always a factor at any time of year. It’s one of the highest roads of Utah.

La Veta Pass is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.864m (9,396ft) above the sea level, located on the boundary of Costilla and Huerfano counties, in the US state of Colorado.

Mount Jefferson is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.890m (9,481ft) above the sea level, located in Madison County, in the U.S. state of Montana.

Dreaming of adventure travel? Checking the map, packing the truck, and getting ready to head out of town? If you’re aiming for the Rockies, here are 4 spectacular choices for dangerous roads, steep switchbacks, and awesome views.

Big Hole Pass is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.256m (7,401ft) above the sea level, located in Beaverhead County, in the U.S. state of Montana.

Peerless Mountain is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 4.022m (13,195ft) above the sea level, located on the boundary between Park and Lake counties in the U.S. state of Colorado. It’s one of the highest roads of Colorado.

Signal Peak is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 2.380m (7,808ft) above the sea level, located in Gila County, Arizona, United States.

East Lone Cone Pass is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 3.286m (10,780ft) above the sea level located in Dolores County, in Colorado, USA.

River Hill Pass is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.931m (9,615ft) above the sea level located in the Rio Grande National Forest, in Colorado, USA.

Deadman Hill is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 3.265m (10,711ft) above the sea level, located in Larimer County, Colorado, in USA. At the summit there’s a lookout tower.

Located in western Washington, in USA, the Olympic Peninsula Loop Drive is a very scenic drive through some of the best forests in the state. It’s a spectacular way to see the natural beauty and wildlife of Washington State.

Ball Mountain is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 3.648m (11,968ft) above the sea level, located in Lake County, in the U.S. state of Colorado. It’s one of the highest mountain roads of Colorado.

Maverick Mountain is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 2.465m (8,086ft) above the sea level, located within the White Mountain Apache Indian Reservation in the U.S. state of Arizona.

Spending time out in nature is good for the soul and good for the body. The fresh air calms your mood, and the challenge of a hike pushes your muscles and strengthens your body. Before you go out on your first challenging hike, be sure to follow these prep tips for a successful outdoor adventure.

Eiseman Hut is a high mountain refuge at an elevation of 3.512m (11,522ft), located in Eagle County, in central Colorado, United States.

Jaybird Peak is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.357m (7,732ft)  above the sea level located in Albany County, in Wyoming, USA.

TV Mountain is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 2.081m (6,827ft) above sea level located in Missoula County, in the US state of Montana.

Sliderock Mountain is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.052m (6,732ft) above the sea level located in Sweet Grass County, in Montana, USA.

Rainbow Point is a scenic overlook at an elevation of 2.781m (9,124ft) above the sea level, located in Bryce Canyon National Park, in Utah, in the westcentral region of the United States of America. The vista is breathtaking.

Teddys Peak is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 3.678m (12,066ft) above the sea level, located on the boundary of Costilla and Huerfano counties, in southern Colorado, in USA. It’s one of the highest roads of Colorado.

Alunite Ridge is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 3.461m (11,354ft) above the sea level located in the Piute County, in Utah, USA. It’s one of the highest mountain roads in Utah.

Almagre Mountain South is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 3.771m (12,372ft) above the sea level, located in Teller County, in the U.S. state of Colorado. It’s one of the highest roads of Colorado.

Wolverine Loop Road is an exciting drive with great views located in Garfield County, in the US state of Utah.

Forest Road 230 is a short mountain road located in Chaffee County, in the US state of Colorado.

Ptarmigan Lake is a high mountain lake at an elevation of 3.997m (13,113ft) above the sea level, located in Ouray County, in the U.S. state of Colorado. It’sone of the highest roads of Colorado.

Miller Hill is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 3.036m (9,960ft) above the sea level, located in Salt Lake County, in the U.S. state of Utah.

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