Top 10 Most Beautiful Drives in the United States

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The road trip: Hopping in the car, filling up the tank, cranking the tunes and hitting the open road. It's an American tradition -- head out on the highway, looking for adventure (and whatever comes your way).

Maybe you're ready for a nice drive, but you don't know where to go. We've compiled a list of 10 of the most beautiful and scenic drives in the United States. We'll take you from Hawaii to Alaska and many places in between. Each trip features scenery from some of the most visually stunning areas of the country, so don't forget to bring your camera. Let's hit the road!

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