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By Guest (0 McR Points) on Jul 31, 2003

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Guest
July 25, 2013
No disrespect to Texas- but after reading all the…
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December 1, 2011
I have met people from all over the world who…
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IMPORTANT MOTORCYCLE ROAD CONSTRUCTION UPDATE (updated Nov 2021): The road/bridge construction that began blocked part of the Three Sisters route in Sep of 2020 concluded in April of 2021 so all should be good now. Here is the blog that covered the construction update for more information!

The Three Sisters route starts in Medina, TX. From Medina catch RR337 (at this point you are starting on "The Three Sisters") heading west (right). Take RR337 west until you come up on the town of Leakey. At Leakey, go north on US 83 for a just about a mile and look for RR336 on the left. Take a left onto RR336 which will head you north. Continue north on RR336 until you meet Texas 41 and at this point you will want to turn left in order to head west. Go west for 15 miles or so and you will find RR335 on the left. Take a left (east) and get on RR335 and drive south down to Camp Wood where you can take a left on to RR337 and finish out the loop when you hit Leakey again.

Scenery

A ride through this part of Texas will most certainly change your view of my beloved state. You will ride amongst scenery as good as it gets, along clear rivers, through very twisty mountain type curves amidst real Texas Ranches. With million dollar vistas and cool clear waters along with friendly folks and knowing that you are riding the best this large state can offer, makes for great riding... Nueces River (pronounced New-Aces) on Ranch Rd 335

Drive Enjoyment

This route is mainly very twisty passing over large hills and between not many gas stations. This roller coaster ride will no doubt blow you away. The road is not heavily traveled, but beware as sharp turns have certainly taken many motorcyclist down. Also, although the surface is mostly in very good condition, always watch for loose gravel, deer and slow moving locals heading back to their ranch ... often a much slower pace than we're zippin by at.

Frio River just outside Leaky, (pronounced lay-key) on Ranch Road 337. Just after having gone through the Twisted Sister from Vanderpool (contributed by The Geezy Rider, Aug 08)

On Ranch Road 337 just prior to hitting Vanderpool (contributed by The Geezy Rider, Aug 08)

Huge ranch just north of Campwood on Ranch Road 335 (contributed by The Geezy Rider, Aug 08)

Tourism Opportunities

This route isn't going to be know for its "Roadside Amenities" as much as it is known for its scenery and road quality. There are some very nice pull-outs, stop and enjoy the long vistas. Gas up in Leakey as there are not too many gas stations to choose from and where there is a very good motorcycle shop. For a refreshing summertime swimming hole try the Frio River (frio meaning cold!!!). Note from a recent MotorcycleRoads.com visitor about this route: "Hwy 16 between Kerrville and Bandera is not for beginners! Due to recent accidents, weekend police patrol has increased a great deal. Hwy 173 may be a better route between Kerrville & Bandera."

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Guest
February 23, 2010
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Motorcycle Type : Touring
The Best 100 miles in the U.S.
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Avintage69
June 19, 2017
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Motorcycle Type : Sport - Touring
Never have thought the Hill country was the best riding around but be darn if I don't continue to come back. First came here in the early 90s and have lost count over the years of how many trips I've made too and through the area and how much has changed. At one time Bandera was a water hole and if your stead drank gas it better have been at the pump before 5 pm on Sunday.
I think for me it was just that very thing I loved, (the nothingness) and is why today I still go through Bandera and Medina although its normally at day break and try to get out of Leaky before 7 if at all possible to beat the rush when staying South to be done by lunch and use the latter part of the day to sit, watch and make new friends.
If that the first hard right hand 180 degree turn 4 miles West of Leaky isn't your cup of tea or your looking for the long ride though Take 16 N.W. out of San Antonio and don't get off till your in the Kingdom of the Possum's North of I-20 about 40 miles and If you make the 300 miles in less than 3 hr. pat yourself on the back because today with LEOs advanced tech you have done something.

"it ain't the destination, it's the journey"
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FlipRN
February 10, 2017
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Motorcycle Type : Sport - Touring
The Three Sisters would be MUCH better (safer even) if Texas would put a proper blacktop on it. There are signs strewn throughout tallying the number of fatalities since 2006. On 337 alone, 13 people have died on a 12 mile stretch. I rode that stretch today for my third time and the road surface is a step above loose gravel. While turning my tires were kicking up loose gravel and my tires were not planted. No wonder people are getting hurt of killed. For being the number 1 ride in the state of Texas, Texas should invest in a better road surface during those more technical portions.
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