Directions for this route are very simple. From Hannibal MO just take 79 south along the Mississippi river and all the way to Louisiana MO.
Scenery
This route hugs the banks of the Mississippi river and offers a very nice country setting with park like wooded areas and a couple spectacular vistas of the mighty Mississippi.
Drive Enjoyment
Very well paved with light traffic and twisty. 35 and 45 mph signed turns abound. One of the best cycle roads I have EVER traveled!!!
Tourism Opportunities
Its a short route 30 some miles and we were having too much fun to stop. There are plenty of amenities in Hannibal and at least 1 roadside scenic overlook along the way. Overall this isn't a road you take because of the things along the road ... you take it for the road and the scenery!
Motorcycle Road Additional info
- View the weather forecast for this area from Yahoo weather . - Missouri Division of Tourism (314-751-4133).
I agree with extending the ride a tad and doing what "George" mentioned; Hwy W (from Winfield to Clarksville) is a fun addition to this route.
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mchance
May 11, 2020
899 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Cruiser
Did this stretch as part of a longer ride from St. Louis to Quincy, IL on the Missouri side, then back to St. Louis on the Illinois side. A very nice surprise along the way, as Hwy 79 is along the river flats south of Louisiana, MO, and you almost have to jump on US 61 north of Hannibal. It's a roller coaster ride amongst the Mississippi River bluffs, and a nice break from the river flats.
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Gorogergo
October 20, 2020
15 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Touring
Nice road with nice views. 79 farther south is definitely worth it too.