State Route 78 (SR 78) is a state highway that runs for 105 miles (169 km) from Nelsonville to

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in the

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'' has called it one of the most scenic highways nationwide. The stretch of this highway that runs along the south side of

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, is well known for its extreme curves and views, and is sometimes locally referred to as the "Rim of the World." Much of this highway runs through old coal-producing areas. SR 78 is an

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and is considered as part of the

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