EAGLE’S NEST The valleys on the Eagle's Nest loop were once used by early pioneers as they moved westward toward Cumberland Gap. This route winds along the Powell and Clinch Rivers and through wooded backroads where eagles soar. Here you'll find plenty of open space to get your motor running!
GARGOYLE This route winds along some of our more remote backroads, giving you a unique perspective of the challenges that were encountered when early settlers made their way to the Appalachian Mountains. Curves abound as you twist and turn through many of our small mountain towns.
HEARTBREAKER The Heartbreaker takes you on a dual-loop ride through the mountains, beside beautiful rivers and streams, climbing in elevation to ridgetop vistas where you can see for hundreds of miles. This is an ideal route when you want to see all that the Heart of Appalachia has to offer.
PANTHER’S BREATH Wind your way through some of our western areas while enjoying the valleys and their expansive views. At Natural Tunnel State Park, known as the "Eighth Wonder of the World," enjoy a scenic chairlift ride to the naturally-created limestone tunnel.
ROADRUNNER Motorcycling the Appalachian Backroads is a stellar experience with high mountaintop elevations
and spectacular views around every turn. Roadrunner does not disappoint. Thrilling byways guide you over mountain roads, through verdant forests and across expansive farmland.
SCORPION The Scorpion offers twisty roads and mountain climbs along scenic backroads leading through Burke's Garden, known as "God’s Thumbprint" for the bowl-shaped valley carved into a mountain top. Rolling farmland, verdant valleys and charming country stores greet you on these winding roads.
SKULL CRACKER You'll have a laugh-out-loud good time riding the Skull Cracker route! Along the way you will pass historical buildings, a stunning waterfall and delightful small towns while riding alongside flowing rivers and lush green forests.
STRIPPERS RUN Strippers Run honors the coal miners who worked to mine coal from the Appalachian Mountains. This route traverses Pine Mountain and boasts breathtaking overlooks into both Virginia and Kentucky. Thick woods and beautiful streams along the route cool you off on warm summer days.
WOODBOOGER The Woodbooger, also known as Sasquatch or Bigfoot in other parts of the country, is rumored to roam these mountains. This route sends you deep into his home territory, complete with dense forests, spectacular overlooks and amazing curves to thrill even the most experienced rider!
For a FREE map of the Appalachian Backroads, visit appalachianbackroads.com. H E A RT O F A P PA LAC H I A
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