Ohio River Scenic Byway

States: Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio
Length: 943.0 mi / 1517.6 km
Time to Allow: Two and a half days to drive or eight days to enjoy this byway

This history-rich byway meanders along the banks of the Ohio River, hugging its shoreline and offering almost continuous views of the river. The history of the Ohio is found both in rural landscapes and quaint river communities, covering periods from Native American habitation through western settlement, affecting transportation patterns and industrialization.

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  Celebrating Superman on the Ohio River Scenic Byway

  Jul 9, 2012 in Family Trips on America's Byways and What's Happening on America's Byways

  Comic book fans unite! Visit Superman's real-life hometown in Metropolis, Illinois. Fans of the "Man of Steel" from around the world gather here to celebrate one of Earth's greatest protectors.

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  Birding on the Ohio River

  Updated Jun 12, 2012 in Goodyear’s Top 50 Scenic, Comfortable Drives

  The Ohio River Scenic Byway has been a historic travel route and an important stop on the Underground Railroad along its three states of Ohio, Indiana and Illinois. The river also presents bird watchers with plenty of outstanding opportunities to get a first-hand vantage point of the region’s bird life.

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• 1-Day Trip: Ohio River Scenic Byway -- Ohio Must See Tour
  (Ohio)

  Travel beside the rolling waters of the great Ohio River, stopping at many of the historic and scenic sites along the way. Learn more about two...

• 1-Day Trip: Ohio River Scenic Byway -- Indiana Must See Tour
  (Indiana)

  Indiana offers the traveler more unique sights to see along the Ohio River Scenic Byway.

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The following byways are part of the designated byway Ohio River Scenic Byway:

• Ohio River Scenic Byway - Illinois
• Ohio River Scenic Byway - Indiana
• Ohio River Scenic Byway - Ohio