The whole thing, all ~854mi, recorded in 4K60
From a smoky mountain morning in Tennessee, to a bright clear day across the mid atlantic, sun sets south of Syracuse, and then we head into the heart of darkness and storms (the Canadian border).
Trip took 12h45m of driving:
First 9 hours of this video are in real time, last 4 hours were compressed to 3h to fit in youtube's 12 hour limit
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State by state playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVM6PmkA7zHifFU7QZXRkjfykU9EGecwO
1. Tennessee https://youtu.be/HTT-GiF4q90
2. Virginia https://youtu.be/F9hwL2IpoIc
3. West Virginia https://youtu.be/li3UMWFSXOM
4. Maryland https://youtu.be/GOrbao-iASc
5. Pennsylvania https://youtu.be/PE5rP-a7Z3s
6. New York https://youtu.be/et3YN7iTcIA
I-81 Southbound NY, PA, MD, WV https://youtu.be/0YZxJGflShY
I-81 Southbound VA, TN https://youtu.be/yJlYuS7FIkQ
Error acknowledgement: This video had an error in the opening card which is why I published a corrected version first. However, that video is stuck at 360p forever, while this video made it to 4K.
"Interstate 81 passes through a number of scenic regions, offering a variety of notable scenery along its route. Some of the notable scenery along I-81 includes:
The Shenandoah Valley in Virginia, which is known for its rolling hills, farmland, and vineyards.
The Appalachian Mountains, which I-81 passes through in Virginia and Tennessee. These mountains are known for their natural beauty, with forested slopes, rocky peaks, and abundant wildlife.
The Blue Ridge Parkway, which I-81 intersects in Virginia. The Blue Ridge Parkway is a 469-mile scenic road that runs through the Appalachian Mountains, offering stunning views and outdoor recreational opportunities.
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Tennessee, which is known for its beautiful forests, waterfalls, and wildlife.
The Susquehanna River in Pennsylvania, which is the largest river in the northeastern United States. The river flows through a scenic valley, offering views of rolling hills, forests, and farmland.
The Finger Lakes region in New York, which is known for its beautiful lakes, vineyards, and outdoor recreational opportunities.
The Catskill Mountains in New York, which are known for their scenic beauty and outdoor recreational opportunities.
The Hudson River Valley in New York, which is known for its picturesque landscapes and historic sites."