Revealed: the highest road in every U.S. state
Published on November 27, 2018
Geotab study ranks America’s most breathtaking views
Toronto, ON - November 27, 2018 - Geotab, a global leader in IoT and connected transportation, has launched a new study analyzing U.S. road data to identify the highest paved road in every state in America. The interactive piece, which also ranks the top ten most breathtaking views, can be accessed in full here.
By analyzing the U.S. Geological Survey’s National Elevation Dataset, Geotab was able to determine the highest road coordinates in each state. Aside from identifying the highest, reachable peaks, Geotab also leveraged the expertise of renowned outdoor photographer, Tony Bynum, to help determine the ranking of the ten most breathtaking views in America that can be accessed by hitting the open road.
At 4,757 feet, the highest point of Alaska’s Dalton Highway (in the Atigun Pass on the Continental Divide) was identified as having the most stunning view in America. Taking second place is Colorado’s Mount Evans Scenic Byway. At 14,132 feet at its peak, it is the highest paved road in North America and one of the highest in the world.
“I’ve visited all of the roads on this list and there is simply nothing like Alaska for solitude and breadth of views,” says Tony Bynum, outdoor photographer and conservationist. “In general, western U.S. scenery is the ‘best’, with a tendency to offer better visibility – up to 100 miles on clear days. However, most of the higher elevations in the west are closed in winter, whereas the central and eastern roads are often available all year round.”
The full ranking of America’s 10 most breathtaking views is below:
![](https://www.geotab.com/CMS-Media-production/Resources/Press_release/Americas_highest_roads/Screenshot 2019-12-05 at 9.51.08 AM.png)
“This piece serves as a useful reminder of the sheer beauty that can be seen across America’s world-leading road network,” said Maria Sotra, VP of Marketing at Geotab. “Thanks to the nation’s ever-growing infrastructure system, you no longer have to embark on a grueling hike or commit to climbing a mountain in order to take in an awe-inspiring view. Instead, breathtaking views can often be seen from behind the wheel of a car.”
Explore the full findings and view the stunning landscape photography here: https://www.geotab.com/americas-highest-roads/
About the data
U.S. Census TIGER/Line® Shapefiles were used to build a set of coordinates representing segments of every road in the United States, then the U.S. Geological Survey’s National Elevation Dataset was applied to establish the height of each segment. Google Maps and OpenStreetMap data was used to exclude roads that were not clearly accessible via an ordinary road vehicle. Roads were analyzed in October 2018. Main background image of Mount Evans supplied by Airphoto. All photo credits and licenses.
Post Tags
Media Contact
Nicole Riddle
Senior Specialist, Strategic Communications
pr@geotab.com
About Geotab
Geotab, the global leader in connected vehicle and asset solutions, leverages advanced data analytics and AI to enhance fleet performance, safety, and sustainability while optimizing costs. Backed by a team of industry leading data scientists, engineers and AI experts, we serve over 50,000 customers across 160 countries, processing billions of data points hourly from more than 4 million vehicles. Data security and privacy are at the forefront of all we do—trusted by Fortune 500 organizations and some of the largest public sector fleets in the world, we meet top cybersecurity standards. Geotab’s open platform and diverse Geotab Marketplace offers hundreds of fleet-ready third-party solutions. Learn more at www.geotab.com and follow us on LinkedIn or visit Geotab News and Views.
Related posts
![Rivian vehicles](https://www.geotab.com/CMS-Media-production/Resources/Press_release/2024/May/Geotab-Rivian/Rivian_Vehicles_PRCard_1361254990_Final_May08_@2x%20(1).jpg)
Empowering fleets through data: Geotab and Rivian partner to deliver integrated telematics solution
May 21, 2024
![Geotab ITS data insights in action](https://www.geotab.com/CMS-Media-production/Resources/Press_release/2024/January/Last_Mile/ITS-Interactive-Map-Social-Posts-1267613763-web-EN-NA-final-jan24-california.gif)
Convenience vs Congestion: How Data is Transforming Last Mile Delivery
January 31, 2024
![fleets in a row with the geotab and general motors logo on top](https://www.geotab.com/CMS-Media-production/Resources/Press_release/2022/May/GM/GM-partner-PR-image-card2x-896441866-Geotab-web-EN%20NA-final-May22.jpg)
Geotab and General Motors to Provide Connected Vehicle Offering for Government Fleets in U.S.
May 24, 2022
Recent News
![Cars stuck in traffic.](https://www.geotab.com/CMS-Media-production/Resources/Press_release/2024/May/Toronto-Traffic-Congestion/Toronto-Traffic-Congestion-PRCard-1377002357-EN-NA-final-June24_960x540-2X.jpg)
Gardiner Traffic Slowdowns Are Impacting Business Productivity, Geotab ITS Analysis Reveals
June 6, 2024
![Rivian vehicles](https://www.geotab.com/CMS-Media-production/Resources/Press_release/2024/May/Geotab-Rivian/Rivian_Vehicles_PRCard_1361254990_Final_May08_@2x%20(1).jpg)
Empowering fleets through data: Geotab and Rivian partner to deliver integrated telematics solution
May 21, 2024
![Geotab logo and Canada Best Managed Companies Platinum Member logo on blue background](https://www.geotab.com/CMS-Media-production/Resources/Press_release/2024/May/Canadas-Best-Managed/PR%20Images%20-%20Canadas%20Best%20Managed%202024-1356750395-Geotab-card-image-2x-final.jpg)
Geotab Wins Seventh Canada’s Best Managed Companies Award, Joins Platinum Club
May 14, 2024
![SEAL Award Winner 2024 badge logo on background of mountains and water](https://www.geotab.com/CMS-Media-production/Resources/Press_release/2024/May/SEAL_Award/SEAL-Awards-2024-PR-1359772440-EN-NA-final-May24_960x540-2X.jpg)
Geotab® EVSA Wins 2024 SEAL Sustainable Product Award
May 13, 2024