Three Perfect American Summer Road Trips

The West Coast is beautiful, and the Pacific Northwest is especially stunning. We’d recommend starting up in Washington close to the Canadian border and driving all the way down. Highway 101 takes you through the Olympic Peninsula with picturesque towns like Port Angeles and Sequim, past the Oregon Coast (Cannon Beach and Coos Bay are especially scenic), and along California’s Monterey Peninsula. Don’t miss Mendocino and Eureka north of San Francisco. Your trip ends in beautiful San Diego — a perfect summertime destination.

Take Interstate 80 from Pennsylvania to New York and you’ll drive right over the Delaware Water Gap. The river runs about 283 feet above sea level with stunning views of the Blue Mountains. Start in historical Harrisburg, where you can explore the National Civil War Museum or nearby Hersheypark. Head to I-80 via I-81 North, stopping at the Delaware Water Gap to explore. You’ll continue through charming small towns before landing in the middle of New York City.

The official Tail of the Dragon road is only 11 miles but full of sharp curves and thrills — it was featured in the movie “The Fugitive.” Start in Knoxville, a city rich in culture and natural beauty. Take Highway 74 to Asheville, where attractions like the Blue Ridge Parkway and the Botanical Gardens await. Since every summer road trip is better with a beach, continue all the way to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina — don’t miss the views from the Myrtle Beach SkyWheel or Broadway at the Beach.