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The Tail of the Dragon

Mountain Road • Tennessee / North Carolina

THE TAIL OF THE DRAGON

318 CURVES. 11 MILES. ONE ROAD YOU DON'T FORGET. Some roads are simply a way to get somewhere. The Dragon isn't one of them. US 129 cuts through the mountains along the Tennessee–North Carolina line, delivering one of the most recognized motorcycle roads in the country. But the Dragon is only part of the ride. The roads surrounding it are where a good trip can become a great one.
The Ride

THE TAIL OF THE DRAGON

US 129 • DEALS GAP
11 MILES
318 CURVES
TENNESSEE / NORTH CAROLINA
PUBLIC HIGHWAY
A legendary stretch of US 129 beginning at Deals Gap on the Tennessee–North Carolina state line. The route is open as a public highway, but riders should check current conditions before heading into the mountains.
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Rider Stops

DEAL'S GAP MOTORCYCLE RESORT

DEAL'S GAP • NC

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129 HUB • DRAGON WELCOME CENTER

MARYVILLE • TN

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Where to Eat

DRAGON'S DEN GRILL

DEAL'S GAP • NC

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TAPOCO TAVERN

ROBBINSVILLE • NC

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129 HUB • DRAGON WELCOME CENTER

MARYVILLE • TN

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Where to Stay

IRON HORSE MOTORCYCLE LODGE

ROBBINSVILLE • NC

RRC Rider Experience
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DEAL'S GAP MOTORCYCLE RESORT

DEAL'S GAP • NC

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TWO WHEEL INN

ROBBINSVILLE • NC

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HISTORIC TAPOCO LODGE

ROBBINSVILLE • NC

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Motorcycle Support
Route Extensions

CHEROHALA SKYWAY

EXTENSION • TENNESSEE / NORTH CAROLINA

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FOOTHILLS PARKWAY

EXTENSION • EAST TENNESSEE

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