You’re reading this article because you want to know about the best driving roads in Virginia, or perhaps you’ve searched for “scenic drives near me,” right? Well, let me tell you…there are more than 2,500 miles of road designated as “scenic byway” in Virginia. And even if you have all the time in the world, covering every mile is no small task. That being said, no single byway represents every scenic road in the state! So, we have put together some snapshots of a few of the roads you can take to experience the beauty of Virginia from the comfort of your car. From major routes to a few roads less traveled, these 19 scenic drives in Virginia will give you an unforgettable experience.

1. Take a drive along Blackwells Hollow Road (Route 810) in Albemarle County

2. Tour the George Washington National Forest along Route 33

3. Drive the tree-lined country roads at Airlie, a historic 1,200-acre former plantation in Warrenton.

4. Find gravel back roads like this one in White Hall.

5. Explore Route 659 near Pennington Gap to see country scenery like this.

6. Head out to Graves Mountain in Syria. The views won't disappoint.

7. What could be more beautiful than a Southwestern Virginia farm? Roads like this are plentiful in Lee County.

8. Try taking Route 5 east out of Richmond. Not only will you pass countless historic plantations and farms, but you'll enjoy scenes like this one in Charles City.

9. Take in the beauty of old farms on country roads through Page Valley near Luray.

10. …or along Wolftown-Hood Road (Route 230) in Madison County.

11. Drive the Blue Ridge Parkway - from Rockfish Gap through the Shenandoah National Forest to the North Carolina Border

12. Along the way, stop for views like this: Rock Point Overlook at Mile Post 10.4

13. Cruise Secretary's Road in Albemarle County

14. The landscape may be a little flatter, but it's no less beautiful on at the Eastern Shore National Wildlife Refuge via Seaside Rd (SR 600).

15. Wind your way through Sky Meadows State Park near Paris. Take Route 17 to State Route 710 to find the park's entrance.

16. Few places are more breathtaking than Grayson Highlands State Park. Take Route 16 for 24 miles from Marion, then turn right on US 58. The park's entrance is 8 miles farther.

17. See the beauty of the Potomac at the end of tree-lined routes like this in Westmoreland State Park. Take Route 3 east to the park's entrance, just off of Route 347.

18. Make your way through Burke's Garden on State Route 623 in Tazewell County and see why it's nicknamed "God's Thumbprint."

19. And, of course, no review of scenic drives in Virginia would be complete without Skyline Drive. Beginning in Front Royal, the drive is 105 miles through the Shenandoah National Park and is the only public road through the park. Don't miss it.

Wanna see some of the best back roads in Virginia? If so, check out this YouTube video by Daniel Szwerc showcasing some of the best drives in our state.

https://youtu.be/RPWUWjC48As

Like I said in the beginning, with so many miles of beauty to discover along highways, byways, and back roads in Virginia, there's no way to cover them all in one article. So, take a minute to tell us about some of your favorite scenic drives in Virginia. We would love to hear where you drive when you just want to enjoy the view. Let us know in the comments below!

If you plan on cruising the highways this year, be sure to check out our previous article featuring the essential items needed for your road trips.