The Dragon at Deals Gap
318 curves in 11 miles!
Throw out stats like that and you can immediately feel your heartbeat race. Whether your passion is on two wheels or four, the Dragon on US 129 is a thrill. Read the story »
Cheoah River Release Schedule 2012 – Whitewater Rafting and Kayaking
Ready to take a whitewater rafting or kayak trip on the Cheoah River in 2012?
The water is dam controlled so you’ll want to plan around 10 weekends based on the Cheoah River Release Schedule for 2012. Read the story »
Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest
Experience one of the Appalachians few remaining virgin hardwood forests with trees growing for almost 500 years to reach towering heights over 150 feet. Just a short stop away from The Dragon and Skyway, this is a great place Read the story »
Featured Rides
Dragon to Skyway Loop
After years of riding the Smoky Mountains around Deals Gap one of our favorite rides is still the Dragon...
Blue Ridge Parkway
Just 53 miles from The Tail of the Dragon is the entrance to the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway, one of the...
Cherokee – Maggie Valley Loop
Looking for a great ride, scenic waterfall, a bit of history, and some modern fun? A drive through the...
Cherohala Skyway
With mile high views and sweeping mountain curves, it’s easy to see why the Cherohala Skyway is a fantasy...
Local Fun
Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest
Experience one of the Appalachians few remaining virgin hardwood forests with trees growing for almost...
Step Back in Time…
Get within 500 miles of Maggie Valley, NC and anyone that has ever been on two wheels will ask if you...
Don’t Miss the Top Ten!
You’re visiting the area and wondering, “What do I not want to miss?” Here are the top ten things...
Santeetlah Lake
Dreaming of a mountain lake fed by spring waters clear enough to drink? You’ll find Lake Santeetlah...
The Latest...
Dragon Harley Store Reopens for 2012The Smoky Mountain Harley Davidson dealer will be opening their stores at The Dragon on U.S. 129 and the Cherohala Skyway HD on Friday...
129 Tail of the Dragon – Road Back Open!The rock slide that left part of 129, known as Tail of the Dragon, closed on the Tennessee side (between the Dragon and Happy Valley...
129 Dragon Closed – Both SidesThe rock slide that has left part of 129, known as Tail of the Dragon, closed on the Tennessee side (between the Dragon and Happy...
Asheville Bikefest Blue Ridge RunMay 13-16, 2010 – Motorcycle riders help celebrate the Blue Ridge Parkway 75th Anniversary at the Asheville Bikefest. Events...
