"The Bluegrass State is a great state for offering motorcycle riders multiple scenic environments from which to explore. The bluegrass area with its thoroughbred horse farms, abundant caves and cavern regions; the Kentucky Appalachian mountains, the northern Kentucky river region, and the southern and western water-land regions. Kentucky (KY) is also the home of the world famous Kentucky Derby and historical sites related to the home of Lincoln, Daniel Boone, as well as key historical points on the Underground Railroad and the Trail of Tears.
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Best Rated Motorcycle Roads & Rides
Color Key: top-5 ranked routes in the state
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The route provides a mix of scenery from open farmland and pastures to dense woods providing a "tunnel of trees", passing by numerous farms and rural homes.
In addition to the twists and turns, visitors will observe a couple of waterways through the Daniel Boone National Forest: Kentucky River at Bee Rock as well as Buck Creek. Visitors can expect to…
Much of this area was obscured by trees and I was very focused on the road, however, I did notice some arches and very nice views pop out when there was a break in the trees. It is rural Kentucky…
The road travels up hill, down hills, around hills, across sunny valleys, in forested hillsides, Pretty much has all that eastern Kentucky has to offer.
The road follows the bends of the mighty Ohio River. Usually you are between the bluffs of the hills and the bottom land fields. The railroad runs parallel either below you or at times above you.…
Eastern Kentucky is hills, trees and lots of bends. As you head west you have hills and bends as you start to see more green horse pastures of Kentucky horse country. Wonderful change from rushing…
This route runs along a ridgetop with nice views of the rolling countryside and farms.
Lots of crossings over Lake Barkley, several resorts along this route, restaurants, camping, Rock Castle Iron Works.
Route makes multiple climbs with frequent views of the valleys. Much of the ride is along rivers and lunch is beside rapids of river in Kingsport.
Rode this route aggressively, so not much time to absorb the scenery. Rolling hills, some riding along ledges for good panoramic views; nice farm land
You’ll see beautiful farms and amazing scenic landscapes particularly in the fall with the changing leaves.
Lots of tree canopy over the road. Many hills and curves. Excellent viewpoint approximately 3 miles into Marion County on SR 527. Nice place to stop for a break. Very small parking area but…
Rolling hills, and open farm country of corn, soybeans and tobacco. The route follows the top of a ridge line most of the way so you get some good views. But don't take your eyes off the road too…
This is a very decent road with wild life along the way, we saw two deer, three groundhogs and possibly a fox. There are homes along the way so potentially slow traffic but we did not experience any…
KY 89 runs along the middle fork of Rockcastle River and Indian Creek. The route is canopied by trees in most parts with some homes dotted along the way.
This route starts off following a valley with long sweeping turns. During the spring it is beautiful with the budding trees. After you turn onto 801 it won't be long until you follow the lake. This…
This route is one that I travel all the time and never gets old. The bends, curves, and long sweeping hills of KY make it an exceptional ride for all types. I find that Fall is the best time to ride…
At the beginning of the ride, one is in the Red River Gorge but soon just skirting the Daniel Boone National Forest. The route is almost universally two lane winding with a lot of elevation and grade…
If one wanted to see proper horse country in Lexington, KY one has to travel no further. Russell Cave Road is the "driveway" to some of the most expansive and highest end horse stables in the area…
The scenery is rolling hills, with trees that hang over the road for a very cool shaded area! There is a lot of farm land, with many scenic hills on the sides. This route crosses many rivers and…
