Despite soaring US gas prices, road trips can still offer a more affordable alternative to flying. FloridaStock / Shutterstock

If you're thinking of taking a road trip this summer, there's a must-see road in every state.

Among them, Florida's Oversea Highway offers scenic views of piercing blue waters.

The Valley of Fire Highway in Nevada travels through the Mojave Desert.

Airfare is on the rise amid the collapse of Spirit Airlines and steep oil prices driven by the war with Iran. Despite US gas prices soaring to a national average of $4.457 per gallon as of May 4, road trips can still offer a more affordable alternative to flying.

The American Automobile Association, or AAA, is expecting record-high numbers of summer road trips in 2026, with over 75% of American adults planning to hit the road for vacation this summer, according to a survey conducted by The Vacationer .

WalletHub named Minnesota the best state for summer road trips in 2026, but all 50 states offer scenic drives.

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