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4.39 out of 5 Rider Rating 4.39
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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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BiggityAT
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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TexasRider
December 24, 2018
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Motorcycle Type : Cruiser
Uh... where to start... overrated? overhyped? absurdly overhyped? way, way, way overhyped?

I just did this route, and I have to say that each of the three sisters has sections that are outstanding, but ... they're 90% just ugly, flat, plain roads. Each road has one short section where the riding is about as good as it gets in Texas, and you'll know when you're getting to that section because there'll be a sign posted that says something like "warning: 11 motorcyclists killed this year on the next 8 miles" or something like that. So drive carefully, understand that there are deer and mountain goats around there, have fun but don't get killed.

But seriously -- those who are complaining about these roads have a point. It's like going to a two-hour movie and being bored out of your skull for an hour and a half, then there's this one absolutely phenomenal 10-minute scene that you'll be telling your friends about, and then you're bored for the last 20 minutes.

(to be fair though, on each road there's that one 10-minute scene that truly is epically good).

If you want the best scenery and the most smiles per mile, try the 170 between Presidio and Lajitas... that road will blow your mind, and you'll meet God and he'll show you his handiwork. That's a road worth the long drive to get to. The sisters, well, if I lived in Kerrville I'd ride 'em every weekend, but I wouldn't go out of my way to drive any long distance to get to them, they're not worth it overall. Well, I did do it once, because you have to, but I don't see any reason to go out of my way to go back. They're nothing like the Tail of the Dragon, and no, they're not the best roads in Texas, that's either the 170 or Park Road 4.

Some short fun sections mixed in with long, long, long, long boring stretches of nothing. Those fun sections are fun, but their appeal diminishes with how much distance you'd have to travel to get to them. If you travel any long distance (like I did), then ... maximize your investment by finding the good sections and then ride those, then stop, turn around, and ride 'em back, and do that a few times. Don't worry about missing out on all the rest of the Sisters (or that slog on 41 that you have to make to get from one to the other), because there's nothing out there.
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Sweetjamesjones
November 29, 2015
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Motorcycle Type : Sport - Touring
I lived in Houston,TX all my life and have been checking reviews for the best rides in the southeast.I ride mostly east into beautiful Louisiana, and sometimes north tx around Lake Livingston and it's neighboring towns,but nothing could have prepared me for what I seen,experienced during our ride through the TX hill country aka "3 Sisters".This ride had it all,a whole lot of beauty topped with a whole lot of excitement,topped with a side of tranquility.Just know the roads are to be respected,and not for the novice and the road signs are your friends.It would be a shame if you don't start this ride in Kerrville just so you can take FM39 to see a most wonderful route along side of the river.This road is not considered part of the 3 sisters (FM335,336,337) ,but it damn well should've been..FM 335,336,337 (3 sisters),all have their on unique qualities that make them stand away from the rest,even the connecting roads were great. The little towns and people were great during our 3 day stay in the hill country.We did'not get to see (Stone Hinge),the motorcycle museum,or Utopia.We stayed in the "Medina Hight Point Resort",I give it and the people 5 stars..I could go on and about this trip,or why I didn't want to go home,but it would surely bore you.Just know this,I have the best ride in the country in my back yard,and I didn't even know it..What I do know is,I will take full advantage of this ride for the rest of my days,and I recommend you do too..
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rjchappell
May 5, 2014
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Motorcycle Type : Cruiser
First time I ever scraped pegs, and the first time I ever prayed for a break so I could collect myself. Very challenging for any rider, the road demands respect. Obey the speed limit, and constantly monitor road conditions, there may be loose gravel, or even worse, loose animals.
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