The December 2024 issue of Rider celebrated the magazine’s 50th anniversary. Over the past half century, the publication has produced thousands of travels stories, favorite rides, tour tests, and features highlighting must-ride roads throughout the U.S. and on every continent except Antarctica. As part of the special anniversary issue, Rider selected 50 of the best motorcycle roads in America, including the Great River Road National Scenic Byway.
The article highlights this “legendary road” that “touches 10 states as it follows the mighty Mississippi River from its headwaters in Minnesota to its sprawling delta in Louisiana.”
According to the Experience Mississippi River website, it takes about 36 hours of straight driving to travel from north to south along the byway. Most people take four to 10 days to make the journey.
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ll along the Great River Road, travelers will find white signs displaying the green pilot’s wheel logo. The familiar pilot’s wheel symbol denotes which roads are part of the designated route. The route has been selected for its natural, cultural, historical, recreational and scenic properties.
Additional information on Auto & Motorycle Tours along the Great River Road can be found here.