Great Smoky Mountains Scenic Drives Whether your preference is two wheels or four, there are plenty of scenic byways in the area to keep the wheels turning. The area is popular with motorcyclists, who use Waynesville, Maggie Valley and Canton as a home base for outings on the twisting mountain roads. Sports car enthusiasts and motorcyclists come from far and wide to experience The Dragon, a remote section of US 129 that features 318 curves in 11 miles. The high-altitude Heintooga Road in the Smokies, accessible from the Blue Ridge Parkway, is a must-make drive while you're in the Haywood County area. Grab a map, crank up and go – there's plenty to see along the way.
			Deals Gap 318 Twist and turns in 11 miles. Also known as "The Dragon" this Drive is not for the faint of heart. Take your time and enjoy the rivers edge, gorges, little mountain towns along the route. Getting there is half the fun, you can get to deals gap from either Bryson City via hwy 28, or from Robbinsville via hwy 129. MAP and Info Hwy 209 Start at Hwy 209 were it intersects with Hwy 74/23 in Waynesville. A moderate Drive with lots of change in elevation as it crosses from Haywood County to Madison County on your way to Hot Springs. The one-way ride will take about an hour and is not heavily traveled. MAP Blue Ridge Parkway Starting in Cherokee, NC, the Blue Ridge Parkway is a national treasure. Gas up and go for as long as you can. This is National Park system property, so gas, food and rest rooms are far between. Close to Maggie Valley and Waynesville is Waterrock Knob Parking area (Great place for watching sunsets, and the highest point on the parkway at over 6,000 feet. Stop for a bite to eat at the Pisgah Inn, great food and great views. MAP and Info Hwy 28 from Bryson City to Franklin This ride twists and turns like no other. Its a short drive but lots of fun. This is also a good side trip if your on your way to or from Deals Gap. MAP Hwy 441 From Cherokee to Gatlingurg The only road through the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Elevation changes is the name of the game and be prepared for cooler temps as you cross Newfound Gap into Tennessee. Temperatures can vary 20 degrees or more from either side of the park to the highest point. MAP and Info Cherohaia Skyway If you like the Blue Ridge Parkway You'll love this Drive. Lots of views, and plenty of winding road from Robbinsville out west. MAP Hwy 63 From Hwy 209 to Asheville Beautiful landscapes, farms and occasional mountain views. The Asheville side of the drive has quiet a few hairpin turns and plenty of change in altitude. MAP Heintooga Road from the Blue Ridge Parkway A high altitude drive starting at Wolf Laurel Gap on the Blue Ridge Parkway just south of the Hwy 19 Entrance (Maggie Valley). A high altitude ride which ends at a large parking area. Park walk to a clearing - great for watching sunsets. The brave of heart can drive the gravel road for 22 miles down to Cherokee when the road is open - otherwise just make the return trip. MAP

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