America's Five Best Spring Road Trips

Image: Bixby Bridge in Big Sur, California. (photo via miroslav_1/iStock/Getty Images Plus)
Image: Bixby Bridge in Big Sur, California. (photo via miroslav_1/iStock/Getty Images Plus)
Patrick Clarke
by Patrick Clarke
Last updated: 11:54 AM ET, Fri April 20, 2018

Road trips are just flat-out more fun in warm weather.

It also helps to have a reliable and comfortable vehicle to ensure you complete your journey stress-free. Fortunately, Enterprise Rent-A-Car offers affordable rates on cars, trucks, SUVs and vans year-round.

Right now, travelers eyeing an All-American road trip this spring and summer can take advantage of several deals from Enterprise.

Now all you need is a place to go.

US Highway 1

U.S. Highway 1 stretches nearly 2,400 miles from Key West, Florida to Fort Kent, Maine. Although this route-which is the longest north-south highway in the country-will take you longer to traverse than I-95, road trippers will have a chance to see more of each state they pass through along the way as the route passes through cities and roadside attractions.

Plus, now through May 31, 2018, travelers leaving Florida can rent a car one-way out of the Sunshine State with Enterprise for as little as $9.99 base rate per day from participating locations, which include Key West.

Pacific Coast Highway

If it's inspiration you're after, consider a long, winding drive along California's Pacific Coast Highway (PCH). This photogenic stretch of road features dramatic views of cliffs, seaside villages and pristine forests. The best part is that road trippers can easily complete the journey in one day with no stops.

US Route 66

Dubbed the Main Street of America, Route 66 is undoubtedly the most iconic stretch of highway in the country, originally running from Chicago to Santa Monica, California. The east-west highway covers more than 400 miles in Arizona and features a slew of attractions showcasing both history and geography.

Begin your journey along Route 66 in the Grand Canyon State and you can score a one-way car rental special from Enterprise for just $29.99 base rate per day now through May 31, 2018.

Great River Road

The Great River Road is considered by many to be the best drive in America. The National Scenic Byway follows the Mississippi River for a whopping 3,000 miles, stretching all the way from northern Minnesota to the Gulf of Mexico.

Give yourself anywhere from four to 10 days to complete this road trip so you can experience all of the great stops along the way.

Skyline Drive

Running a little over 100 miles along the Blue Ridge Mountains in Virginia's Shenandoah National Park, Skyline Drive takes about three hours to complete. This road trip is extremely popular during the fall when the leaves turn but the 35 mph speed limit and nearly 70 scenic overlooks make for a pleasant spring or summer ride, especially in a convertible. Enterprise offers Ford Mustangs and similar convertibles that can carry up to four passengers.


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Patrick Clarke

Patrick Clarke

Senior Editor

A Maryland native and wanderer who has lived across the U.S. from North Carolina to SoCal, Patrick Clarke graduated from Towson University with a B.S. in journalism. He previously worked for Bleacher

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