A WHOLE COUNTRY OF REASONS TO GO

Country Music Highway

Kentucky
National Scenic Byway
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Scenic header: Highway 23 near Pikeville Looking South · Public Domain. Photo by Dennis Adams · Photo credits
A GOOD REASON TO GO

National Scenic Byway

The Country Music Highway is Eastern Kentucky s heritage route. The sites and sounds along the byway capture all aspects of the region s history, including Native American culture, pioneer settlement, coal mining, country music, crafts, architecture, the Civil War, and natural resources.

A lone driver approaches a curve through tree-covered, rounded mountains on Highway 23, the Country Music Highway, near Pikeville, Kentucky.
Highway 23 near Pikeville Looking South
Public Domain. Photo by Dennis Adams

Before you go

Choose your stops before departure and check current road access, weather and vehicle suitability. A byway listing does not guarantee that every section or visitor facility is open.

Allow time for the approach, interpretation and breaks. Check the specific facilities and walking surfaces your guests need.

Where to stay →Official visitor information ↗

Current access, reservations, fees and operating arrangements should be checked with the official operator or managing agency. Photographs can show earlier conditions.