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.

Starr Peak is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 3,209m (10,528ft) above sea level, located in the northeastern corner of Gilpin County in the U.S. state of Colorado.

Barney Lake is a secluded high-mountain lake at an elevation of 3,090m (10,137ft) above sea level, located in Piute County, in the U.S. state of Utah. It’s one of the highest roads in Utah.

La Sal Mountain Loop Road is a scenic mountain drive in Moab, located in San Juan County, in the U.S. state of Utah. Though paved, it’s narrow and lacks guardrails.

Dipper Lake is a high mountain lake at an elevation of 3,279m (10,757ft) above sea level, located in Carbon County, in the U.S. state of Wyoming. It’s one of the highest roads in Wyoming.

Fish Lake Hightop is a high mountain plateau at an elevation of 3,491m (11,453ft) above sea level, located in Sevier County, in the U.S. state of Utah. It’s one of the highest roads in Utah.

Moon Pass is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 3,225m (10,580ft) above sea level, located in Saguache County, in the U.S. state of Colorado.

Forest Road 132 is a scenic drive running through the high mountains of Garfield County, in the U.S. state of Utah. It's one of the highest roads in Utah.

Chicoma Mountain is a high mountain peak located in Rio Arriba County, in the US state of New Mexico. A gravel road, to the north of the peak, climbs up to an elevation of 3,403 m (11,164 ft) above sea level. It’s one of the highest roads in New Mexico.

County Road 36 is a high mountain road located in Hinsdale County, in the U.S. state of Colorado. It’s one of the highest roads in Colorado, topping out at 3.772m (12,375ft) above sea level.

Wondervu Hill is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.643m (8,671ft) above sea level, located in the U.S. state of Colorado.

Poison Spider Mesa is a very popular trail and is considered one of the "Must Do" rides in Moab, in the US state of Utah. If you're an adventurous driver or biker looking for a challenge, this trail offers thrilling obstacles and incredible views. The trail is 9.6 miles (15.44 km) long and accessible all year round.

Babbitt Peak is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 2,664m (8,740ft) above sea level, located in Sierra County, in the US state of California.

Graham Pass is a mountain pass at an elevation of 509m (1,669ft) above sea level, located in Riverside County, in the U.S. state of California.

Skalkaho Pass is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2,212m (7,258ft) above sea level located in the U.S. state of Montana.

Hunter Lake is a high mountain lake at an elevation of 2,511m (8,238ft) above sea level, located in Washoe County, in the U.S. state of Nevada.

Bully Choop Mountain is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 2,126m (6,975ft) above sea level, located in the U.S. state of California.

North Eureka Valley Road is a very exciting desert drive located in Inyo County, in the US state of California. It’s one of the challenging backcountry roads in Death Valley National Park.

Located in the heart of the Indian Peaks, in Boulder County, in the U.S. state of Colorado, Niwot Ridge sits at an elevation of 3,741m (12,273ft) above sea level. It’s one of the highest roads in Colorado.

Montana Snowbowl is a ski resort at an elevation of 1,520m (4,986ft) above sea level, located in Missoula County, in the U.S. state of Montana.

Deer Park Road is a defiant drive located in Clallam County, in the US state of Washington. There are a number of sharp turns and dangerous ledges. Gravel, narrow, winding and steep in places. This is one of those roads that is easier for the driver than the passengers.

Amasa Back Trail is a challenging trail located in Grand County, in the US state of Utah. It’s one of the classic rides of Moab.

Sawmill Mountain is a high mountain peak, at an elevation of 3,346m (10,977ft) above sea level, located in Taos County, in the U.S. state of New Mexico. It’s one of the highest roads in New Mexico.

Johnson Canyon Road is a very exciting desert drive located in Inyo County, in the U.S. state of California. It’s one of the challenging Backcountry roads in Death Valley National Park.

Owl Mountain is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 3,335m (10,941ft) above sea level, located in Jackson County, in the U.S. state of Colorado. It is recommended to bring tree removal supplies.

Breakneck Pass is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 3,335m (10,941ft) above sea level, located in Park County, in the U.S. state of Colorado. High clearance 4x4 is required to drive to the summit.

Route 32 South is a very scenic yet defiant road located in Cocke County, in the U.S. state of Tennessee. This drive is definitely not for beginners, as it features hundreds of turns that demand focus and skill.

Tucumcari Mountain is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 1,514m (4,967ft) above sea level, located in Quay County, in the US state of New Mexico.

Apache Summit is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2,318m (7,604ft) above sea level, located in Lincoln County, in the U.S. state of New Mexico.

Cedar Canyon Road is a very scenic drive located in San Bernardino County, in the U.S. state of California.

Keystone Peak, reaching an elevation of 1,886m (6,188ft) above sea level, stands in Pima County, in the US state of Arizona. This region bears the marks of past extensive mining and ranching.

Upper Pomeroy Lake is a high mountain lake at an elevation of 3,744m (12,283ft) above sea level, located in Chaffee County, in the U.S. state of Colorado. It’s one of the highest roads in Colorado.

Mount Tilton is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 3,777m (12,391ft) above sea level, located in Gunnison County, in the U.S. state of Colorado. It’s one of the highest roads in Colorado.

Located in Allen County, in the U.S. state of Indiana, the bridge on the Van Zile Road is one of the most spectacular bridges in the world.

Quail Mountain is a high mountain peak located in Chaffee County, in the U.S. state of Colorado. East of the summit, an old mining road climbs up to an elevation of 4,006m (13,143ft) above sea level. This is truly a breathtaking trail. It’s one of the highest mountain roads in Colorado.

Located in Blount County, in the US state of Alabama, this pony truss bridge over the Copeland Creek is one of the most spectacular bridges in the world.

Scotch Creek Pass is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 3,222m (10,570ft) above sea level, located in the U.S. state of Colorado.

Indiana Pass is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 3.645m (11,958ft) above the sea level, located in Rio Grande County, in the state of Colorado, in USA. It’s one of the highest roads of Colorado.

Crane Mountain is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 2.542m (8,339ft) above the sea level, located in Lake County, in the south-central region of the U.S. state of Oregon. It’s one of the highest roads of Oregon.

Crescent Lake is a high mountain lake at an elevation of 3.287m (10,784ft) above the sea level, located in Garfield County, in northwestern Colorado, USA.

Eagle Summit is a mountain pass at an elevation of 1.113m (3,652ft) above the sea level, located in the White Mountains of central Alaska.

Pastora Peak is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 2.786m (9,140ft) above the sea level, located in Apache County, in the northeast corner of the U.S. state of Arizona. It's one of the highest mountain roads of Arizona.

Sawnee Mountain is a mountain peak at an elevation of 593m (1,946ft) above the sea level, located in Forsyth County, in the north-central portion of the U.S. state of Georgia.

While Nantucket is only about 30 miles away from the Cape Cod coast, there are no bridges or tunnels to drive there from mainland Massachusetts.

Highway 99 is well-known among Fresno drivers, and most have witnessed at least one serious collision on it. Highway 99, regarded as the most hazardous road in the country, is fraught with dangers due to its outdated structure and poor lighting. This is because this roadway, which runs through Central California, sees more fatal accidents than any other highway.

Gibbons Pass is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.126m (6,975ft) above the sea level, located on the boundary between Beaverhead and Ravalli counties, in the southwestern part of the U.S. state of Montana.

Crystal Mountain is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 1.902m (6,240ft) above the sea level, located in Pierce County, in the U.S. state of Washington. It’s one of the highest mountain roads of Washington.

Goldstone Pass is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.774m (9,101ft) above the sea level, located on the Idaho-Montana border, in USA.

Mead-Davis Powerline Road is a scenic unpaved road located in Clark County, in the U.S. state of Nevada, on the shore of Lake Mohave. It’s the gateway to a variety of roads leading to the Nevada side of Lake Mohave.

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