Nashville to Maine Loop

We're knocking out the big miles early to get you to the lobster rolls faster. This route takes you through the rolling hills of Tennessee into the rugged Appalachian mountains.

5days
16stops
Day 1: Day 1 · The Long Haul North
3 stops
Nashville Departure
08:00
Morgantown Pitstop
14:30
Scranton Stay
19:00
Day 2: Day 2 · Hello New England
3 stops
Scranton Departure
09:00
Portland Head Light
15:30
Portland Old Port
17:30
Day 3: Day 3 · Acadia Adventure
4 stops
Portland Departure
08:30
Cadillac Mountain
11:30
Thunder Hole
14:00
Bar Harbor
18:00
Day 4: Day 4 · The Loop Back
3 stops
Bar Harbor Departure
07:30
Kancamagus Highway
11:00
Winchester Stay
20:00
Day 5: Day 5 · Home Stretch
3 stops
Winchester Departure
08:30
Roanoke Stop
12:00
Nashville Return
19:30
Heads Up
  1. Cadillac Mountain needs a reservation
  2. I-81 is heavy on semi-truck traffic
  3. Maine weather changes fast—pack layers

Nashville to Maine Loop

A high-mileage epic from Music City to the rugged Maine coast and back through the mountains.

Nashville → Scranton → Portland → Acadia NP → White Mountains → Winchester → Nashville

  1. Day 1 · The Long Haul North

    Pure driving day to clear the distance. Crank the tunes and hit the road.

    • Nashville Departure

      Fuel up and head out early to beat the local rush.

    • Morgantown Pitstop

      Stretch your legs in this hilly college town.

    • Scranton Stay

      Rest up here before the final push to the coast.

  2. Day 2 · Hello New England

    Crossing into Maine! The air gets saltier and the vibes get chillier.

    • Scranton Departure

      Heading through the Catskills and into New England.

    • Portland Head Light

      The most photographed lighthouse in America. Totally worth it.

    • Portland Old Port

      Walk the cobblestone streets and grab a local brew.

  3. Day 3 · Acadia Adventure

    This is THE photo day. Rugged cliffs and mountain-meets-sea views.

    • Portland Departure

      Quick drive up Route 1 for the scenic coastal views.

    • Cadillac Mountain

      Highest point on the East Coast. The view is unreal.

    • Thunder Hole

      Listen to the waves crash into the cavern. Best at mid-tide.

    • Bar Harbor

      Classic Maine town. Perfect for a sunset stroll.

  4. Day 4 · The Loop Back

    Heading south through the White Mountains. Scenery is a game-changer.

    • Bar Harbor Departure

      Say goodbye to the coast and head for the peaks.

    • Kancamagus Highway

      Pure driving bliss through the White Mountains.

    • Winchester Stay

      Crashing here to make the final leg to Nashville easy.

  5. Day 5 · Home Stretch

    Cruising through the Shenandoah Valley back to Music City.

    • Winchester Departure

      Final push through the beautiful Blue Ridge region.

    • Roanoke Stop

      Quick lunch with a view of the Mill Mountain Star.

    • Nashville Return

      You made it! Time for a home-cooked meal or a Broadway drink.