Best Road Trips USA · Lonely Planet

Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips USA reveals 52 incredible escapes — complete with maps — so you can experience the freedom of the open road.

Get ready for a road trip like no other and discover unforgettable drives across the USA. These journeys range from 2-day escapes to multi-week adventures. Cruise down the California Coast, gaze up at the Rocky Mountains, and take in the majesty of the Great Lakes.

Inside Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips USA:

• Discover 52 open road escapes that range from 2 days to 2 weeks.
• Each route includes easy-to-use maps, detailed directions, and tips about when to go, duration, distance, and how to link your trip to other drives.
• Find the top stops and experiences, as well as fun photo opportunities along the way.
• Local travel experts share why they love each trip.
• Essential 'Toolkit': Guidance on arriving, hiring the right car for your trip, getting around, local driving laws, accommodation, health and safety, and more.
• Covers: New York, the Mid-Atlantic, New England, Florida, the South, the Great Plains, Rocky Mountains, California, the Pacific Northwest, Route 66, and more.

Hit the road with Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips USA and discover breathtaking drives that offer a precious window into this very special country.