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A Scholarly Trip along the Ohio River Scenic Byway

Whether you're looking for the perfect college to attend, or if you just want to tour some of the nation's finest higher education institutions with the family, let the Ohio River Scenic Byway lead the way. With this itinerary as a guide, head out on this beautiful America's Byway to a handful of fine colleges across the Midwestern U.S., and have the trip of a lifetime.
History Flows Along the Ohio River Scenic Byway

The Ohio River Scenic Byway tells the story of the great river that has shaped the landscape, people, and economy along Ohio's eastern and southern borders and across southern Indiana and Illinois. Originating 10,000 years ago when glaciers diverted existing rivers, the Ohio River has provided sustenance and transport for countless people, from native prehistoric cultures to the children of the Information Age.
Birding on the Ohio River

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.

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 U.S. presidents and the creation of the classic novel, Uncle Tom's Cabin . Visit river communities and partake of the river life,...
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.
1-Day Trip: Ohio River Scenic Byway -- Illinois Must See Tour
(Illinois)

The Byway through Illinois offers one adventure after another.