Scenic Drives in the Northeast

February 16, 2012 11:55 am ET

It’s easy to be caught up in the stress of everyday life and not take time to pause and admire the small things like a long quiet drive through the mountains or on a road that parallels the ocean. As your week comes to a close plan to unwind this weekend with a calming drive.  Whether it’s packing up the family in the Suburban or a drive by yourself in a Cadillac ATS take the wheel this weekend.  Here are a few amazing drives in the Northeast that are sure to help you relax.

If you’re around The Cape in Massachusetts why not take a detour so your drive can include a trip down Route 6A.  Not only does it offer beautiful views of the Ocean, but its lined with delicious restaurants to stop at for a pit stop. “Old King’s Highway” is a 34 mile stretch of harbors and pristine forest that is sure to delight.

Route 6A in Massachusetts Photo by Doug Kerr

If you’re in New York and up for a little trip why don’t you fall in love with driving all over again on scenic Route 28, a trip through the Adirondacks that will take your breath away.  Route 28 is home to a plethora of timeless inn’s and inlets that’s sure to offer something for everyone.

Indian Lake on right off Route 28, Photo by Vijay

While all these drives are beautiful, I am a Washingtonian at heart, so nothing can beat Rock Creek Parkway in DC.  A beautiful road that runs through Northwest Washington, DC, Rock Creek Parkway skirts attractions like the National Mall and Zoo.  Take a trip through Soap Stone Valley and stop at the waterfall by the newly renovated Pierce Mill.  This is a drive people go out of their way to enjoy no matter what the season.  This drive is worth going out of your way for.

Rock Creak Parkway, Washington, DC Photo by Travlr

Whatever drive you find relaxing, a trip through the country, or a spin about town.  Take this weekend to really enjoy your car and fall in love with driving again.