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4.57 out of 5 Rider Rating 4.57
15 Reviews

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By Oats (5 McR Points) on Sep 26, 2014

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NoVAVol
July 7, 2015
My brother and I finished our 1-day, 200-mile…
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Demonknight
October 4, 2015
Nice ride, not for the faint of heart. This is a…
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Written Directions

From Cosby Tennessee take TN 32 to Waterville Road, Mt Sterling North Carolina

Scenery

You will be riding thru the Cherokee National Forest and Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Drive Enjoyment

The road is almost prefect with virtually no traffic,except for the last 1.6 miles.The pucker factor is that last 1.6 miles is a down grade of about 10% on dirt, so don't ride in the rain or shortly after a rain. Overall it is mostly twisties with altitude changes.

Tourism Opportunities

None

Motorcycle Road Additional info

To me it is one of the best roads I have ever been on. I also really enjoyed that last 1.6 miles.
 

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Marshman
May 4, 2019
28 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Sport - Touring
This is every bit as crazy as The Dragon. Even tighter I'd say. Crazy fun and little to no traffic but as the others said, it's not for beginners. And I measured the distance at the Appalachian trail and it's EXACTLY 1 mile of unpaved road. But it's steep and tight and if you came from NC on a bike and it was at all damp that 1 mile would ruin a great day. Such a shame. Just pave the last mile!
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Lee Keller
November 7, 2019
31 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Touring
I've been on the road before, but recently led a small group of eight bikes on this. A beautiful, twisty road with very light (if any) traffic. It is often referred to as the "Redneck Dragon." At the TN/NC border you cross the Appalachian Trail and pavement ends. Just make sure you're there in relatively dry weather. The packed dirt and light gravel were no problem for my rider, mostly on heavy touring bikes. It's 1.2 miles like this and has a couple switchbacks. You simply ride slowly and it's not a problem. I've ridden in 45 states. This is one of my favorite roads. A very pleasant ride and highly recommended.
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absinthe minded
February 5, 2020
80 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Adventure Touring
Traveling from Gatlinburg heading east or north on Rt. 321 I took a right on Rt.32, Wow was I in for a nice surprise, this is as good as Tail Of The Dragon, as mentioned in previous reviews the last 1.6 miles is dirt, no issues navigating that section of road...even with Big Bikes. I highly recommend this route to all. Windy, Shady and the rhododendron were in bloom made for a spectacular ride.
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