10 Best Western USA Road Trips You Need to Drive in 2026

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From misty coastlines to glowing canyons, these are the 10 BEST road trips in the Western United States — complete with full routes, must-stop spots, and the insider tips most travelers miss. Whether you're planning a weekend escape or the trip of a lifetime, this is your ultimate Western road trip bucket list.
Oregon Coast Highway / Route 101
Beartooth Highway (Montana to Yellowstone)
Colorado's Million Dollar Highway
Going-to-the-Sun Road, Glacier National Park
Utah's Mighty 5 (Zion, Bryce, Capitol Reef, Canyonlands, Arches)
California's Pacific Coast Highway / Big Sur
The Grand Circle (Grand Canyon, Antelope Canyon, Monument Valley)
U.S. Route 50 — The Loneliest Road in America
Olympic Peninsula Loop, Washington
Las Vegas to the National Parks