Road trips have always been a favorite pastime in America and will continue to do so as the open road beckons and what better way to experience the best of what America has to offer than behind the wheel of your own automobile. With the windows down, wind blowing through your hair, company and music of your choice, this kind of intimate and personal experience is by far the best. Some are well-known destinations and others are off the beaten path. Several are steeped in history, while a few pursue remote, wild beauty. Best of all, most of these routes make for great drives all year long. Here is the list of 10 Best Scenic Road Trips in America 1. Blue Ridge Parkway, North Carolina and Virginia The Blue Ridge Parkway stretches 469 miles along the southern Appalachian Mountains and links two national parks – Virginia’s Shenandoah and North Carolina’s Great Smoky Mountains. Drive the entire length if there's time - but remember the speed limit is 45 mph in most parts. For a ...