by JOHN MUNSON

by JOHN MUNSON

The 20 Best Scenic Drives in America

The Best Scenic Drive in Appalachia US 129 in NC and TN: The Tail of the Dragon

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at Blackberry Farm.

in a cabin with a dreamy view of the Great Smoky Mountains.

at the Park, for a hike up Clingmans Dome.

The Best Scenic Drive in Virginia VA 231 and US 29: Skip the Skyline Drive

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at The Ivy Inn for some fine, fresh American fare.

at an Artful House near the old Downtown in Charlottesville.

into the Tasting Room at the Narmada Winery to sample some of the local offerings.

The Best Scenic Drive in the Pacific Northwest US 101: Oregon’s Pacific Coast Highway

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at Local Ocean Seafoods in Newport.

at a Luxury Retreat with “exquisite lake views” in Lakeside.

at Ecola State Park, where you can put in some miles on the Oregon Coast Trail.

The Best Scenic Drive in New England US 1 in ME: The Road to Acadia

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at Lost Kitchen, in Freedom, though reservations are made lottery style and requests are only accepted by mail.

in the Jordan Cottage, in the heart of Acadia.

at the Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse in Acadia to watch the sun rise.

The Best Scenic Drive in Idaho US 95 in ID: The Spiral Highway

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at the Wildside Steakhouse and Saloon, where you’ll find both chicken fried steak and chicken fried chicken on the menu.

at a brand new cabin on the majestic Salmon River.

at the White Bird Battlefield.

The Best Scenic Drive in Upstate New York NY 97: The Hawk’s Nest Highway

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at Fogwood & Fig for some fresh vegan fare that you’ll be able to get behind even if you aren’t vegan.

at a clean and cozy woodland retreat in Lehman Township.

at the Fox N Hare Brewing Co. for a brew.

Our goal here is simple:  to help you live a more adventurous,  eventful and engaging life.