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Tail of the Dragon at Deals Gap with 318 curves in 11 miles: America’s number one motorcycle and sports car road.
Designated US 129, the road is bordered by the Great Smoky Mountains and the Cherokee National Forest with no intersecting roads or driveways to hamper your travel. It is considered “the destination” for thousands of motorcycle and sports car fans throughout the spring, summer, and fall. Can you brave it? It’s best to be cautious as the turns are tight, but the Tail of the Dragon is guaranteed to be the ride of your life.
The nearby Cherohala Skyway is quickly becoming a destination too, with its remote 60 miles of breathtaking scenic mountain highway. The area also has other incredible roads like the Moonshiner 28, Foothills Parkway, Smoky Mountain Loop, Devils Triangle, Blue Ridge Parkway, The Gambler NC209, Diamondback 226, Devil's Staircase, Six Gap North Georgia, The Snake US421 and many Great Forest Service Dual Sport and Jeep Roads.
The Complete History of US 129 from Chiefland, FL to Knoxville, TN
by Ron Johnson 2020
April 17, 2024
** US129 PAVING UPDATE **
A start date has been established for the repaving of the 11 miles section of US129 known as Tail of the Draon. The goal is to start paving the first week of May, but could be pushed out a week or so.
The plan is to to pave and perform necessary lane closures during daylight hours MONDAY thru THURSDAYS.
Paving will begin in the southbound direction and finished at the TN/NC state line The paving must be completed within 35 calendar days of the start date. So ideally the paving will be complete sometime in mid to late June.
Starting the week of April 22, TDOT will begin installing construction signs and some guardrail replacement.
Please check here and our social media for updates, we will post when construction begins.
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Tail of the Dragon offers custom signs in both street sign and shield format. You can add a photo too. What a great way to remember your trip to the Dragon.
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TAIL OF THE DRAGON AT DEALS GAP, 318 curves in 11 miles, America's #1 motorcycle and sports car road. Plus other area twisties. www.TailoftheDragon.com www.Cherohala.com www.devilstriangletn.com www.moonshiner28.com
⚠️ ⚠️ * US129 PAVING UPDATE * ⚠️ ⚠️
🛑 A start date has been established for the repaving of the 11 miles section of US129 known as Tail of the Dragon. 🛑
🚧🚧 The goal is to start paving the first week of May, but could be pushed out a week or so. The plan is to pave and perform necessary lane closures during daylight hours MONDAY thru THURSDAYS. 🚧🚧
🚨🚨Paving will begin in the southbound direction and finished at the TN/NC state line. 🚨🚨
‼️ The paving must be completed within 35 calendar days of the start date. So, ideally the paving will be complete sometime in mid to late June. ‼️
⚠️ Starting next week, TDOTwill begin installing construction signs and some guardrail replacement. ⚠️
🐉 Please check Tailofthedragon.com and our social media for updates, we will post when construction begins. 🐉
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This is good to know. My first trip there this year will be in July, so things should be great.
Was there this past weekend. Saturday was insane due to a car rally. Did the dragon 2x on Sunday and again on Monday. Y’all be safe.
Nothing ruins a ride that could lead to a PR like the back of a dump truck full of asphalt. Y'all be careful out there.
Time to embrace your inner child and escape to a private treehouse along the creek! If you're looking for a place to stay, you're going to want to consider River's Edge Treehouses
The Details: Nestled in the trees along North Carolina’s stunning Cheoah River, Rivers Edge Treehouse Resort offers a luxurious escape from everyday life. Step back into nature and relax as you take in views that photographers dream of capturing – reveling in comfort and serenity with each passing moment!
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Mikey Turbos let's rent a tree house next time we go !!! 🩷🩷🩷🩷
Makes a man feel like Tarzan!
We'll just tell you now, you're going to want to book this one early! Ironhorse Motorcycle Resort has been a destination for the two-wheel community for years and there's a reason why.
First class accommodations aimed at the motorcycle crowd. Located just 30 minutes from the Dragon and Cherohala Skyway, the Ironhorse offers cabin rooms, full cabins, bunkhouse, wagons, and camping. Located directly on Stecoah Creek. Dining available.
Group Facilities: Facilities include 4 large luxury cabins, 15 cabin rooms, 2 bunkhouses, RV sites and campground. Restaurant and large indoor pavilion on site. Outdoor gathering area for your group. Everything within walking distance. Popular location for motorcycle groups.
Grab the details / book now here: ironhorsenc.com/
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Iron has changed and not for the better. i stayed there a lot, but new management does not want my business.
Great place . Try a Wagon , so cool.
I have stayed there very very nice place
Welcome back, Wookies! Be sure to stop in and get this year’s limited edition Merch. We had a blast designing this one for you all but it’s a small batch so once they’re gone, they’re gone!
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Chuck Stamper well we gotta make it up there one day with the Wookies
Heading over to Vonore after a run on the Tail of the Dragon, check out Grand Vista Hotel and Suites.
Details here: grandvistahotelandsuites.com/
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