Epic Scope: Ranking America’s 12 Longest Roads in the US Mile by Mile
Epic Scope: Ranking America’s 12 Longest Roads in the US Mile by Mile America’s roads tell stories of adventure and grit. Folks have crisscrossed the country on them for generations, chasing horizons from coast to coast. Among all those paths, the longest roads in the US stand out for their sheer reach. US Route 20 tops the pack at 3,365 miles, stretching from the salty air of Newport, Oregon, to the bustle of Boston, Massachusetts. It dodges through places like Yellowstone National Park and rolls past Chicago’s skyline. What makes these roads special goes beyond miles. They link everyday towns to wild spots, like the towering peaks near Boise on US 20 or the endless Sandhills in Nebraska. Drivers today zip along them with better pavement and rest stops stocked for long hauls. US Route 20 keeps its crown as the longest road in the US, even as upgrades keep it rolling smoothly across 12 states. These routes attract road trippers who want to touch the soul of America, from diners in Wyom...