The Great River Road has been named the Best Scenic Drive in America in the 2026 USA Today 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards, marking the second consecutive year the route earned the top spot.
The route topped a field of 20 nominated scenic drives, including the Natchez Trace Parkway, Florida Keys Scenic Highway, Road to Hana, and Pacific Coast Highway. Voting took place online during April and early May.
The Great River Road follows the Mississippi River through 10 states, stretching from Minnesota to Louisiana, making it one of the country’s longest and most recognized scenic travel routes.
