From Prescott to La Crosse on Scenic Wisconsin Highway 35 The Great River Road in Wisconsin starts where the St. Croix and Mississippi Rivers meet. The town of Prescott is located at this convergence.

♪♪ ♪♪ ♪♪ The Great River Road is a National Scenic Byway that covers 3,000 miles along the Mississippi River, from Minnesota, all the way down to the Gulf of Mexico.

SAVANNA, Ill. — A 3,000-mile stretch of road that cuts right through our region is being recognized for its scenic beauty. Great River Road goes through Savanna, Illinois, and was named the ...

The mighty Mississippi is the stuff of legend. However, if you live in Illinois or the surrounding areas, you might be tempted to view this famous river as simply part of the landscape. Be prepared to ...

In 1966, the rest of the Great River Road was constructed as a scenic highway, largely due to the inspiration of John D. McAdams, for whom it was dedicated and originally named McAdams Highway.