In Mississippi, the roads tell stories. From the Great River Road along the mighty Mississippi River to Highway 61's "Blues Highway" legacy, the state preserves beauty and progress with every mile. Interstates and scenic byways don't just connect cities—they connect eras, leading travelers through natural landscapes to remarkable achievements like the world's largest man-made beach and the hometown of rock 'n' roll legend Elvis Presley. Whether you're passing through or seeki

Deep within the woods of West Milford, New Jersey, only an hour away from New York City, lies 10 miles of fog, fear, and folklore . Clinton Road has earned its reputation as the most haunted roadway in the United States —with some ranking it as the second most haunted in the world. Known for its eerie isolation, phantom headlights, and chilling encounters, this 10-mile route captures both the imagination and unease of anyone brave enough to drive it after dark. Nearby, a road

Perched above Eureka Springs, Arkansas, the 1886 Crescent Hotel & Spa stands as a triumph of 19th-century craftsmanship and a monument to some of the darkest chapters in Ozark history. Once celebrated as the grandest hotel in the state, today it is just as famous for its ghostly guests as its architectural grandeur—and this Halloween season, the nearby Eureka Springs Zombie Crawl keeps the town's spooky spirit alive and well. Eureka Springs' Healing Waters Long before the Cre

A spooky road trip is the perfect way to get your scares in during October, especially when served with a side of ghost stories. From eerie backroads to winding mountain highways, the U.S. is full of routes that have become legendary for horrifying reasons. While some travelers are chasing the ideal autumnal relaxation getaway, we know there are a few folks that prefer the haunted, historical, and hair-raising. We at Interstate Signways know all about how scary those dark and

Some trips are only for the brave — and the experienced! Colorado’s San Juan Mountains feature the Million Dollar Highway, combining breathtaking mountain scenery with eerie ghost towns, experienced alongside terrifying drops, narrowing roads, and no guardrails. The 25-mile stretch between Silverton and Ouray isn’t just scenic, Black Bear Pass is legendary for anxiety-inducing switchbacks and 12,840-foot elevation. This highway also has the backdrops for a number of iconic fi

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From Eastern to Pacific, drivers might cross three or more time zones, with daylight saving adding extra complexity. Some states split between different time zones, while Hawaii and Arizona skip daylight saving entirely. This guide helps interstate travelers navigate America's complicated relationship with time, ensuring your reservations stay on schedule and you're never caught by surprise when your phone suddenly jumps ahead (or behind) your dashboard clock.

Detroit transformed American industry forever as the iconic "Motor City" through perfect geography and innovation. Located among four Great Lakes, Michigan accessed vital materials for transportation revolution. The state pioneered automotive advancement from Charles Brady King's first gasoline-powered automobile to Henry Ford's revolutionary assembly line. This industrial transformation made cars accessible to average Americans, reshaping urban development, social structures

Celebrating 200 years of the Erie Canal: The extraordinary story of America's first major public works project, the innovative tools it inspired, and how thousands of laborers hand-carved a waterway that shaped the nation's economic destiny.

Massachusetts holds some of the oldest American history in the nation, being the birthplace of both the first highway and lighthouse in America, which continue to be maintained and visited today. The Bay State is also the birthplace of basketball and home to the lake with a 45-letter name! Read to learn some of nation-defining firsts and unique quirks of Massachusetts!

Maryland may be small, but can’t be overlooked. With the perfect blend of history, scientific innovation, and natural wonders, travelers can visit the birthplace of Johns Hopkins in Baltimore, see the wild ponies in Assateague Island, ride along quirky highways, or sample the authentic Maryland Blue crabs. Good things come in small packages, and Maryland’s 400-year history is packed with bests and firsts.

Elevate your vacation experience at these exceptional American resorts, where luxury meets natural wonder. From New York’s reimagined 19th-century mansion to Florida’s island paradise, each offers a unique experience to exceed expectations. Family-friendly options like Minnesota’s award-winning Madden’s on Gull Lake provide inflatable waterparks, while Tennessee’s Blackberry Mountain offers intimate treehouse couple retreats. Whatever the need, there's a resort waiting for yo

Route 66 might be iconic, but New Mexico has so much more to offer! From 250-million-year-old caverns to glistening white sand dunes, to the filming sites of hits like Breaking Bad and The Longest Yard, our latest blog shows you both the hidden treasures and the world-known. If you need a jaw-dropping event to attend, join thousands of spectators for the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta this October. Let’s fly through some of the must-see wonders in New Mexico!

Constructed from 1931 to 1935, the Hoover Dam continues to stand as a massive modern marvel nearly a century after its completion. Discover how thousands of workers and hundreds of engineers teamed up to move the Colorado River, tunnel through canyons, and lay 4.5 million cubic yards of concrete to build the largest hydroelectric dam ever made.

Explore the history and architecture between five of America's castles from the Gilded Age! From Omaha, Colorado, Galveston, Chicago, to Paterson, New Jersey, tycoons and industrialists were building bigger and better mansions to show off their New World wealth with classic style.

From sporting good times at the baseball field to the American Revolution itself, the Garden State is the birthplace of many of our nation's firsts. New Jersey played a central role in the creation of not only our country, but also many of America's noteworthy contributions—including Monopoly, cheerleading, and more! From the nation's oldest highway to quirky aspects like prohibiting self-service gas, New Jersey is definitely a jack of all trades and master of quite a few.

Despite numerous challenges, the Lincoln Highway was created, becoming the first transcontinental highway in the nation. Learn how the first cross-country road was born and the effect it had on our country!