The Midwest, a vast and diverse region, spans several states across the upper central part of the United States. The area, which is larger than many European countries, includes Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin.
The region lies across the central plains between the Appalachian Mountains and Rocky Mountains, a defining characteristic of the “Bread Basket.” The mighty Mississippi River begins in the Midwest, dissecting the region along its winding path and connecting with the Ohio River and Missouri River.
Popular travel destinations include Chicago, Columbus, Indianapolis, Kansas City, St. Louis, Minneapolis, and Cincinnati. The Great Lakes are one of the most-visited areas in the Midwest.
The Midwest is one of the best road trip destinations in the country.
Road Trip Planning Resources
Use these links to Destination Marketing Organizations (DMO) and travel information to plan an epic road trip in the Midwest.
Scenic Highways
Find travel inspiration for planning a road trip on one of these scenic road trip routes. Visit the Scenic Highways page to learn more about these road trip routes.
Find travel inspiration for planning a road trip on one of these scenic road trip routes. Visit the Scenic Highways page to learn more about these road trip routes.
Find travel inspiration for planning a road trip on one of these scenic road trip routes. Visit the Scenic Highways page to learn more about these road trip routes.
Find travel inspiration for planning a road trip on one of these scenic road trip routes. Visit the Scenic Highways page to learn more about these road trip routes.
Places to Go
Explore the national park sites you can easily visit from this interstate highway. Visit the National Park System page to see more national park sites.
Explore national forests near this interstate highway. Visit the National Forests page to learn more about the forests across the country.
Travel Articles
Find inspiration with these articles based on my travel experiences.
Visit the Road Trips page to find more road trip itineraries, how-to guides, and resources.
Visit the National Parks page to learn more about all national park sites.
Visit the National Forests page to learn more about the forests.
Visit the Trip Ideas page to see more ideas for your next vacation.
