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4.44 out of 5 Rider Rating 4.44
18 Reviews

Route 181 - Joanas Ridge to Morganton

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By Guest (0 McR Points) on Apr 30, 2006

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Guest
August 8, 2010
I live in Morganton, NC and I often take this…
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June 28, 2009
Took 181S from the Blue Ridge Parkway heading…
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Written Directions

Get yourself to Morganton, NC and from there its very easy ... just take route 181 north all the way to Joanas Ridge.

Scenery

Mountains, mountains, and more mountains ... GREAT mountain views from the top.

Drive Enjoyment

Just paved in 2005, beware of wet road like ice when wet ... like fly paper when dry!!! Watch for cops after 9am on weekends.

Tourism Opportunities

Great store at top gas, food, and clean restrooms.

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johnriopko
October 4, 2020
83 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Sport - Touring
Nice trip with good curves and good elevation changes
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Dudewatson
November 18, 2020
89 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Touring
Very busy with motorcycles on the weekends, and SLOW cars. Ample passing zones while travelling up the mountain from Morganton, banked turns, and a great store in Jonas Ridge at the top!!! Plenty of fuel and food in Morganton, not as much food at the end where 181 hits 221. Also convenient access to the Blue Ridge Parkway in Jonas Ridge.
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billypoo32
May 19, 2021
81 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Cruiser
good road and curves
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