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4.47 out of 5 Rider Rating 4.47
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The Arkansas Dragon - Hwy 123

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By Guest (0 McR Points) on May 31, 2009

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Guest
October 25, 2010
OK, I've ridden the Dragon at Deal's Gap a few…
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Sooner805
35 McR Points
September 4, 2011
This is a great road with lots of great scenery.…
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Written Directions

This route starts at the intersection of Hwy 7 and Hwy 123 which is about 40 miles north of Russellville, AR in a town called Lurton, AR. From here take Hwy 123 northeast up to Mt Judea.

Scenery

The scenic is great if you get time to look. The switchback are around every corner. So many in fact, trucks are not allowed on this road!

Drive Enjoyment

There are more curves and switchbacks in these 15 miles. The views are great if you can take your eyes off the road long enough to look. Sorry no photos at this time, I was to busy scrapping my sideboards over the 15 miles of turns and, because they don't allow trucks on this road, the road is in great shape.

Tourism Opportunities

No amenities - just curves.

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Mike Kemp
December 4, 2019
38 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Sport - Touring
The switchback section had me giggling in my helmet.
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CultLdr
May 25, 2019
55 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Sport - Touring
Great ride today (Saturday May 25, 2019 Memorial Day Weekend) on this route. I went North to South and the technical stuff is like others said not far from Mt Judea. Traffic was very light and only had 2 pickups come into my lane on some nice tight turns. Good thing I was prepared but could have been bad especially if there was another truck their size going the opposite way.

Road quality was great, weather was great, some of the switchbacks were great with the tight turn, elevation changes etc. Tires got a workout and held up beautifully.

Definitely recommend this and be aware of others and don't get too cocky or you could be a hood ornament or a permanent fixture in the very cool rock walls lining the route.

Great route!
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ozarkdiver
December 23, 2019
214 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Cruiser
AR 123 is a great road for twisties/scenery. However, don't miss out on the extended sections of 123. North from Mt. Judea to Western Grove, and especially south from Pelsor to Hagarsville. The entire ride is good.
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