Byway
Scenic drive discovery engine
About
Discover scenic routes and hidden gems for your road trips. Plan journeys based on duration and interests, with AI-powered customization and turn-by-turn navigation. Earn digital stamps for completed drives and explore community-created routes.
What's New in Byway
1.0.1
September 6, 2026
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What is Byway?
Byway is a discovery engine for scenic driving. It plans routes along real roads through interesting places like overlooks and small towns, making the journey as enjoyable as the destination.
How does Byway plan a route?
You tell Byway your destination and how much time you have, and it plans a scenic route with verified stops. You can also use plain language prompts to shape the trip, like 'more coast' or 'lunch halfway'.
Does Byway offer navigation?
Yes, Byway provides its own turn-by-turn navigation specifically built for scenic routes. It includes spoken directions, rerouting that keeps you on your scenic path, and alerts for upcoming points of interest.
What is the Byway Atlas?
The Byway Atlas is a verified collection of scenic America, including official byways, overlooks, and national parks. As you drive, your personal Atlas fills in, mapping the roads you've traveled.
How does the Byway Passport work?
The Byway Passport is a traveler record where you earn digital stamps for completed drives. You can also scan Byway stickers at partner stops to check in during your journey.
Can I find routes created by others on Byway?
Yes, the Byway Marketplace features community byways published by locals and experienced travelers. You can browse these routes by region, length, and price.
Does Byway have ads?
No, Byway is ad-free. The app does not use tracking or ad identifiers, and saved drives function offline.
What devices does Byway support?
Currently, Byway is supported on iPhones. The app was last updated on September 6, 2026, with version 1.0.1.