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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

STORM UPDATE

The eye of Hurricane Helene passed over the Tail of the Dragon as the storm raged to our east and west. We actually could see the sun in the minutes it passed. Oddly this left our area virtually untouched compared to other areas in North Carolina and Tennessee. Visitors headed this way should carefully plan their route to get here, but all of our roads near the Dragon are fine.

Tail of the Dragon Store

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. 

Tail of the Dragon Store

Find your swag for all the great roads including Cherohala Skwyay, Tail of the Dragon, Moonshiner 28, Devils Triangle, Six Gap, Diamondback and more. 

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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

11 hours ago

Tail of the Dragon Update!
We will be open this year through December 1st. Come on by and see us. Grab a few things to load Santa's sleigh and of course, enjoy the quieter roads. We will also be open on Thanksgiving so come take a turn on the Tail after Turkey. Hours: 10 am - 5 pm through 12/1.
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Tail of the Dragon Update! 
We will be open this year through December 1st. Come on by and see us. Grab a few things to load Santas sleigh and of course, enjoy the quieter roads. We will also be open on Thanksgiving so come take a turn on the Tail after Turkey. Hours: 10 am - 5 pm through 12/1.

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Posto e strada bellissimi !

Autumn on the Tail of the Dragon! Does it get much more beautiful?-= Get ready for the weekend! =-⁠

This is one shot from the full album of Daily Highlights. Members can view the full album of highlights from this day right now at Klub129.com
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All photos shot by our crew are now online at Killboy.com
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Autumn on the Tail of the Dragon! Does it get much more beautiful?

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Winter on a motorcycle is nice there... getting there at that time requires some commitment and really good coldweather gear 😉

Beautiful

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Experience Lake Santeetlah in the lush Nantahala National Forest for the Thanksgiving season.

Whether you are looking for a peaceful and relaxing escape or an exciting outdoor adventure, you're going to want to check out Blue Waters Mountain Lodge.

Nestled along the shoreline of picturesque 2,800 acre Santeetlah Lake in the lush Nantahala National Forest, Blue Waters Mountain Lodge puts you in the heart of one of the nation’s most beautiful areas.

What to expect: find a game room complete with billiards, cards, darts, and a variety of indoor games. As well, there is croquet and horseshoes outdoors. For a quiet alternative, the Lodge offers a well-stocked reading library and plenty of decks. Enjoy outstanding lake and mountain views that invite you to settle in and relish the solitude.
Book now here: bluewatersmtnl.com/

PLEASE NOTE: Area roads are open and clear. Your maps might show US129 closed, but the closure is in reference to semi truck traffic - not normal vehicle traffic. This lodge and the surrounding area suffered no damage during the storm. We look forward to welcoming you.
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Experience Lake Santeetlah in the lush Nantahala National Forest for the Thanksgiving season.

Whether you are looking for a peaceful and relaxing escape or an exciting outdoor adventure, youre going to want to check out Blue Waters Mountain Lodge. 
 
Nestled along the shoreline of picturesque 2,800 acre Santeetlah Lake in the lush Nantahala National Forest, Blue Waters Mountain Lodge puts you in the heart of one of the nation’s most beautiful areas. 

What to expect: find a game room complete with billiards, cards, darts, and a variety of indoor games. As well, there is croquet and horseshoes outdoors. For a quiet alternative, the Lodge offers a well-stocked reading library and plenty of decks. Enjoy outstanding lake and mountain views that invite you to settle in and relish the solitude.
Book now here: https://bluewatersmtnl.com/

PLEASE NOTE: Area roads are open and clear. Your maps might show US129 closed, but the closure is in reference to semi truck traffic - not normal vehicle traffic. This lodge and the surrounding area suffered no damage during the storm. We look forward to welcoming you.Image attachmentImage attachment+2Image attachment

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Love; love this magical plsce!

Where exactly is this place?? And is it open year round??

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2 weeks ago

Looking for a spot to rest after a day on the Dragon? Time to check out Dragon's Rest Cabins!

DRAGON’S REST CABINS & LODGING offer affordable cabins and vacation rental on Tallulah Creek. Located near the Cherohala Skyway, Tail of the Dragon at Deals Gap, and Moonshiner28. Only minutes from Robbinsville, North Carolina and the Great Smoky Mountains. Stay a day or a week and enjoy the southern hospitality !!

Choose on of our 6, large One Bedroom Cabins with private porch and full bath. All of our cabins include plenty of parking for extra vehicles and trailers, covered motorcycle parking, picnic pavilion with gas grills, game room, WiFi. Linens are provided with all of our rentals. All cabins are non-smoking.

Dragon’s Rest Cabin are located just 3 miles south of Robbinsville, North Carolina on US 129. Paved, level access from US129. See our Maps for exact location. Cabins have hard packed, level gravel driveway and parking areas.

Learn more or book here: dragonsrestcabins.com/

PLEASE NOTE: Area roads are open and clear. Your maps might show US129 closed, but the closure is in reference to semi truck traffic - not normal vehicle traffic. These cabins and the surrounding area suffered no damage during the storm. We look forward to welcoming you.
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Looking for a spot to rest after a day on the Dragon? Time to check out Dragons Rest Cabins! 

DRAGON’S REST CABINS & LODGING offer affordable cabins and vacation rental on Tallulah Creek.  Located near the Cherohala Skyway, Tail of the Dragon at Deals Gap, and Moonshiner28. Only minutes from Robbinsville, North Carolina and the Great Smoky Mountains. Stay a day or a week and enjoy the southern hospitality !!

Choose on of our 6, large One Bedroom Cabins with private porch and full bath.  All of our cabins include plenty of parking for extra vehicles and trailers, covered motorcycle parking, picnic pavilion with gas grills, game room, WiFi. Linens are provided with all of our rentals. All cabins are non-smoking. 

Dragon’s Rest Cabin are located just 3 miles south of Robbinsville, North Carolina on US 129. Paved, level access from US129. See our Maps for exact location. Cabins have hard packed, level gravel driveway and parking areas.

Learn more or book here: https://dragonsrestcabins.com/

PLEASE NOTE: Area roads are open and clear. Your maps might show US129 closed, but the closure is in reference to semi truck traffic - not normal vehicle traffic. These cabins and the surrounding area suffered no damage during the storm. We look forward to welcoming you.Image attachmentImage attachment+3Image attachment

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Our group just stayed here last weekend and loved it!!!! Highly recommend! I booked all 6 cabins for a group of 16. Beautiful setting and convenient to all the good rides!

We stayed there last year and it was so beautiful and peaceful. Loved it!

Was down a couple years ago, stayed at Deals Gap 2 days ! Loved hearing the bikes coming in and going up the hill !

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