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Trip from Georgetown, KY to Dawson Springs, KY
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 31m
Distance
333.8 mi
537 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$56
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 19m
★
6 AM
6h 32m
8 AM
6h 56m
10 AM
6h 40m
12 PM
6h 38m
3 PM
6h 41m
5 PM
6h 55m
8 PM
6h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Georgetown, KY
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Dawson Springs, KY
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Trip Overview
Georgetown, KY to Dawson Springs, KY is 333.8 miles and takes about 6h 31m via Western Kentucky Parkway and I 75, with a fuel budget near $52 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Kentucky, connecting two points in the Southeast region. Expect a predominantly highway experience, making it a straightforward trip for a single day. The route is efficient, designed for covering ground without extensive detours, so it's a good option if you need to get from point A to point B relatively quickly.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
166.9 miles from Georgetown, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 26m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Western Kentucky Parkway | 98.9 mi | 1h 46m |
| US 25E | 34.4 mi | 42m |
| I 75 | 29.5 mi | 31m |
| Crab Orchard Road | 29 mi | 33m |
| US 119 | 29 mi | 32m |
| Bluegrass Parkway | 23.9 mi | 25m |
| KY 38 | 19.6 mi | 34m |
| Springfield Road | 15.6 mi | 17m |
Longest stretch:
Western Kentucky Parkway
— 98.9 mi, about 1h 46m
Traffic on I-65
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 6 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,574 veh/hr typical · worst 3,330
Quietest
2 AM
~351 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
7.3×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Georgetown, KY and Dawson Springs, KY.
1
Start on KY 38
20 mi
·
34 min
·
KY 38
2
Enter roundabout onto KY 38
89 ft
·
1 sec
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KY 38
3
Continue on KY 38
345 ft
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10 sec
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KY 38
4
Turn right onto US 421
1.1 mi
·
2 min
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US 421
5
Turn left onto US 119
29 mi
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32 min
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US 119
6
At end of road, turn right onto US 25E
34 mi
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42 min
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US 25E
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
Toward I 75 North: Lexington
8
Merge onto I 75
30 mi
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31 min
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I 75
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
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31 sec
Toward US 25: Mount Vernon, Livingston
10
Keep slight left at fork
178 ft
·
5 sec
11
Turn left onto US 25
2.1 mi
·
3 min
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South Daniel Boone Trail
12
Continue on US 150
29 mi
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33 min
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Crab Orchard Road
13
Continue on US 150
2.0 mi
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2 min
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Stanford Road
14
Turn straight onto US 150 Bypass
5.5 mi
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6 min
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South Danville Bypass
15
Turn left onto US 150; KY 52
7.7 mi
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8 min
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Perryville Road
16
Continue on US 150; KY 52
1.0 mi
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1 min
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East 2nd Street
17
Continue on US 150
16 mi
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17 min
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Springfield Road
18
Turn left onto US 150
92 ft
·
1 sec
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US 150
19
Keep slight right at fork onto US 150
15 mi
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17 min
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US 150
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi
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28 sec
Toward Bluegrass Parkway West
21
Merge onto Bluegrass Parkway; US 31E Truck
24 mi
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25 min
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Bluegrass Parkway; US 31E Truck
22
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
23
Merge onto I 65
1.2 mi
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1 min
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I 65
24
Take the exit
0.2 mi
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26 sec
Exit 91C-A
Toward KY 61 South: Elizabethtown, Paducah, Western Kentucky Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 91C-B
Toward US 31W: Elizabethtown, Paducah, Western Kentucky Parkway West
26
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward Paducah, Elizabethtown
27
Merge onto Western Kentucky Parkway
98 mi
·
1 hr 45 min
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Western Kentucky Parkway
28
Continue on Western Kentucky Parkway
0.8 mi
·
54 sec
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Western Kentucky Parkway
Exit 38A
29
Merge onto I 69
13 mi
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13 min
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I 69
30
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
Toward KY 109: Dawson Springs, Providence
31
Turn left onto KY 109
0.2 mi
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22 sec
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Charleston Road
32
Continue on KY 109
1.6 mi
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2 min
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Industrial Parkway
33
At end of road, turn right onto US 62; KY 109
0.9 mi
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1 min
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East Arcadia Avenue
34
Turn left onto KY 109
21 ft
·
0 sec
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South Main Street
35
Arrive at destination
KY 109
Trip Plan
With a total duration of about 6.5 hours, this trip is best tackled in a single day, so consider an early morning departure from Georgetown to maximize daylight. The $52 fuel cost is an estimate, so check current prices before you go. The Western Kentucky Parkway offers a long stretch without needing to exit, but plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly, perhaps around the halfway point or when you notice services. Given it's a single-day drive, you have flexibility; however, be mindful of the 98.9-mile segment on the parkway where services might be less frequent.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 166.9 miles from Georgetown, KY, or about 3h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98.9 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 73 miles or 1h 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 166.9 miles or 3h 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dawson Springs, KY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Georgetown, KY so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Georgetown, KY
This is one driving day of about 333.8 miles and 6h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 73 miles from Georgetown, KY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Western Kentucky Parkway for about 98.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
167 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 73 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 166.9 miles from Georgetown, KY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Western Kentucky Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 98.9 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Truck scales and rest area - I75 NB
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
WK Truck Stop
0.1 mi from route
Beaver Dam Rest Stop
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
London Truck Center
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.4 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.5 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 255 decision points cluster between mile 114 and 218.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
114 mi into trip
|
~2h 24m in
Take the exit toward US 25: Mount Vernon, Livingston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 25: Mount Vernon, Livingston
5
114.2 mi into trip
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~2h 24m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
8
218.3 mi into trip
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~4h 24m in
Take the exit toward KY 61 South: Elizabethtown, Paducah, Western Kentucky Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 91C-A
Toward KY 61 South: Elizabethtown, Paducah, Wes...
8
218.5 mi into trip
|
~4h 25m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 31W: Elizabethtown, Paducah, Western Kentucky Parkway West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 91C-B
Toward US 31W: Elizabethtown, Paducah, Western...
6
218.7 mi into trip
|
~4h 25m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Paducah, Elizabethtown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Paducah, Elizabethtown
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$55.50 one way
$111.00 round trip
$4.22/gal
25.4 MPG avg
117 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $60.45 | $120.90 |
| premium | $5.18 | $68.11 | $136.23 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $70.31 | $140.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$56
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$81–$106
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 116.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 100.1 | 1 | $35.05 | $16.02 |
| Efficient EV | 83.5 | 0 | $29.21 | $13.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 133.5 | 1 | $46.73 | $21.36 |
Gas CO2
117 kg
EV CO2
39 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Georgetown, KY
Afternoon in Georgetown on Wednesday
Local time
3:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Chance Rain Showers
W 1 mph
11% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued May 31 at 10:38AM CDT until June 3 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
Destination
Dawson Springs, KY
Afternoon in Dawson Springs on Wednesday
Local time
2:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
W 1 mph
19% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued May 31 at 10:38AM CDT until June 3 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
85°F
Berea, KY
167 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
4 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
6h 31m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Cumberland Gap National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Cumberland Gap was the first great gateway to the west. Come follow the path of bison, Native Americans, longhunters, and pioneers. Walk where 300,000 people crossed the Appalachians to settle America...
7 mi from route
~18 min detour
Free
near mile 46
Park Closure: Little Yellow Creek Bridge Closure - Construction Underway
Park Closure: Bartlett Park Restrooms Closed
Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park
National Historical Park
For over a century people from around the world have come to rural Central Kentucky to honor the humble beginnings of our 16th president, Abraham Lincoln. His early life on Kentucky's frontier shaped...
11 mi from route
~28 min detour
Free
near mile 207.2
View on nps.gov
Camp Nelson National Monument
National Monument
The US Army established Camp Nelson as a fortified supply depot in April 1863. Over the next 3 years, the site evolved into a massive recruitment and training center for United States Colored Troops a...
16 mi from route
~39 min detour
Free
near mile 149.6
View on nps.gov
Mammoth Cave National Park
National Park
Rolling hills, deep river valleys, and the world's longest known cave system. Mammoth Cave National Park is home to thousands of years of human history and a rich diversity of plant and animal life, e...
21 mi from route
~52 min detour
Free
near mile 241.7
View on nps.gov
Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument
National Monument
The US won a significant victory early in the Civil War at the Battle of Mill Springs. Explore the rolling fields of Kentucky where the battle took place and learn about that state's strategic importa...
30 mi from route
~74 min detour
Free
near mile 126.6
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is mostly highway, with 80% of the drive on major roads like I 75 and the Western Kentucky Parkway. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 98.9 miles on the Western Kentucky Parkway, which means you can settle in for some continuous cruising. Expect to transition from highway driving to surface roads after a significant portion of your travel is complete, likely around the 267-mile mark if you started on the highway.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
35 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 98.9 mi on Western Kentucky Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Western Kentucky Parkway and US 25E. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 114 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 25 significant decision points across 333.8 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 114 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 114.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 218.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,609 ft
421 ft
Total Climb
495 ft
Total Descent
1,681 ft
Highest Point
1,609 ft
Elevation Range
1,187 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Georgetown, KY and Dawson Springs, KY, road signs point toward Livingston, Bluegrass Parkway West, Paducah, Western Kentucky Parkway West and Elizabethtown.
Livingston
114 mi in
|
~2h 24m
Bluegrass Parkway West
192.1 mi in
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~3h 55m
Paducah
218.3 mi in
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~4h 24m
Western Kentucky Parkway West
218.5 mi in
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~4h 25m
Elizabethtown
218.7 mi in
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~4h 25m
About the Cities
Starting in Georgetown, KY
Full guide →“G-Town” · Founded 1784
Top landmarks
- • Scott County Jail Complex — prison in Georgetown, United States of America
Arriving in Dawson Springs, KY
Full guide →City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 31m. Total distance: 333.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 31m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 98.9 miles on Western Kentucky Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 9 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Dawson Springs, KY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 9 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 114 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 114.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 218.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Cumberland Gap National Historical Park, Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park and Camp Nelson National Monument (5 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.5 hours each way, a round trip means 13.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Dawson Springs, KY before the return drive.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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