Kentucky’s played a proud role in American music history, with legendary icons like Loretta Lynn and Rosemary Clooney hailing from the Bluegrass State. And there’s an entire scenic route in Kentucky that celebrates this history. Running north-south through seven counties in eastern Kentucky, U.S. 23 is more widely known as Country Music Highway. The highway’s 144 mile stretch through Kentucky makes a great weekend trip to enjoy beautiful scenery, lively music, and friendly people eager to share the character and history of the area; and the eponymous museum in Paintsville is a must-visit stop along this acclaimed route.

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Have you driven U.S. 23 in Kentucky before? It really is a road-trip must for all country music fans! And if you’re looking for more scenic road trips in Kentucky, here are some sure to sweep you off your feet.

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