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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

Winter Comes

We have closed our T-shirt Shack for the 2023 season, but you can still get Tail of the Dragon gear in our on-line store. Check-out our Big Holiday Discounts.

The Tail of the Dragon Highway (US129) remains open through the winter months, but check the weather before heading this way. There are still good riding/driving days even in the winter months.

Our T-shirt Shack will reopen in early March weather permitting.

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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New Jersey Family at the Tail July 3, 2020

Upcoming 2023 Events

From official rallies with hundreds of attendees to a small gathering of friends, our region is ready to host your group. Let us help you plan your event.

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TAIL OF THE DRAGON AT DEALS GAP, 318 curves in 11 miles, America's #1 motorcycle and sports car road.

2 days ago
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If you haven't been over to Fontana Village Resort & Marina lately, you may want to go check it out. They have a full lineup of great shopping options for the holidays and with their new checkin area at the general store, you can shop 24/7 for the time being.

And of course, don't forget that the Tail of the Dragon online store is also open 24/7. We are running slim on shipping days so if you're looking to get a gift under the tree by Christmas eve, now's the time to head over and shop here: www.tailofthedragonstore.com (PS look at the top of the site for a major seasonal sale!)
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If you havent been over to Fontana Village Resort & Marina lately, you may want to go check it out. They have a full lineup of great shopping options for the holidays and with their new checkin area at the general store, you can shop 24/7 for the time being. 

And of course, dont forget that the Tail of the Dragon online store is also open 24/7. We are running slim on shipping days so if youre looking to get a gift under the tree by Christmas eve, nows the time to head over and shop here: https://www.tailofthedragonstore.com (PS look at the top of the site for a major seasonal sale!)Image attachmentImage attachment+2Image attachment

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Good to know

Been there…stayed there

3 days ago
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We're still shipping! Be sure to get your custom sign orders in soon to have them by Christmas morning. Use code thankyou20 for our official 2023 holiday discount!

Shop our signs, stickers, tshirts, and more here: www.tailofthedragonstore.com/
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Were still shipping! Be sure to get your custom sign orders in soon to have them by Christmas morning. Use code thankyou20 for our official 2023 holiday discount! 

Shop our signs, stickers, tshirts, and more here: https://www.tailofthedragonstore.com/Image attachmentImage attachment+1Image attachment

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Got Mine In 2016....

4 days ago
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Still making that list? Well, it's time to check it twice! Don't forget your dragon merch! We're still running our 20% off of EVERYTHING sale! NO exclusions. Just use code THANKYOU20 at checkout. Click here to start shopping: www.tailofthedragonstore.com/ ... See MoreSee Less

Still making that list? Well, its time to check it twice! Dont forget your dragon merch! Were still running our 20% off of EVERYTHING sale! NO exclusions. Just use code THANKYOU20 at checkout. Click here to start shopping: https://www.tailofthedragonstore.com/Image attachmentImage attachment+1Image attachment
5 days ago
Tail of the Dragon

It's the most wonderful time of the year! And our friTapoco LodgeLodge have a full lineup of Christmas celebrations. If you haven't reserved your stay or planned to join them for one of their magical events, now's the time to do so! ... See MoreSee Less

Its the most wonderful time of the year! And our friends Tapoco Lodge have a full lineup of Christmas celebrations. If you havent reserved your stay or planned to join them for one of their magical events, nows the time to do so!Image attachmentImage attachment+2Image attachment

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Thank you for sharing!

Do you have an RV park there? I have a toy hauler

Horrible decision. Now that you will do it, it must be done every year. So much for the sanctity of Holidays. I went down this road with my employer, and held out as long as I could for my subordinates. Welcome to the world of avarice….

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