Via Magazine
Winter 2026

As winter approaches, your next road-trip vacation might seem far, far away. But this is actually the perfect time to start thinking about where you would like to go in 2027. To kick-start that process, we’ve come up with seven great road trips all over the American West. They range from weekend jaunts to week-plus journeys, from the Arizona desert to the Alaskan tundra.
Hop aboard these historic tracks to discover cinematic scenery, storied cities, and occasionally something out of the pages of a classic crime novel or children’s fantasy.
Adventures in the West
Where to dive deep into cultural history, from fine art to niche interests.
Walk past bubbling mud pots, granite monoliths, and frost-bearded bison.
This Tucson-area road trip showcases nature, culture, wine, and wildlife.
As seasons turn, an already eye-popping mountain town becomes downright cinematic.
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Pull over, call for help, and stay put.
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Find the best traction device for your vehicle before snow begins to fall.
With an OBD-II scanner, you can probe your car’s computer to understand error codes. But should you?
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