50 Authentic American Experiences 2009

We scoured the country to find places, things and activities that speak to the real America. Some of them are fairly obscure; some of them are not. But they're all fun and diverse, and reveal the genuine U.S.

Wyoming

Beartooth Highway

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Photo credit: Michael S. Lewis / Corbis

Ever wanted to drive one of those insanely curvy and scenic roads you always see in car commercials? The Beartooth Highway is your chance. The road is one of the most rugged stretches of asphalt in the entire country, winding around 20 peaks that run for 68 miles, from Cooke City, Wyo., into Montana. Along the way, drivers are treated to views of canyons, glacier-carved landscapes and lush forests. Just make sure to keep at least one eye on the road.

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