Classic Roads Premium Content The Road of Legend—Going-to-the-Sun Road Motorcyclists who like mountains shouldn’t miss out on tackling the Going-to-the-Sun Road. Its remote location, challenging switchbacks, and majestic views are the essence of mountain road riding. Going-to-the-Sun Road is the only paved road traversing Glacier National Park in Montana. Over its approximately 50-mile length, it crosses the Continental
Classic Roads Discover the Waterfalls of US 64 in North Carolina North Carolina has no shortage of great, scenic mountain roads for motorcyclists to explore. But even in this distinguished crowd, one section of US 64 stands out. This federal highway is a long one, running over 2,200 miles from Nags Head on North Carolina’s eastern coast to Teec
Classic Roads Nevada’s Red Desert Jewel—Northshore Road Not all beautiful motorcycling environments in America bristle with abundant plant life and teem with animals. The barren, rugged majesty of the desert makes for a charming ride as well. Northshore Road in southern Nevada is a unique one, even among the many great U.S. desert rides. Despite its
Classic Roads Perfect Mountain Curves—Ozark Highlands Scenic Byway The Ozark Highlands Scenic Byway (OHSB) is a tailor-made road for any motorcyclist on the prowl for curves and gorgeous forested mountain scenery. It’s not a very long road, but we’re talking about a serious “quality over quantity” situation here. This beautiful stretch of asphalt consists of an
Classic Roads Premium Content George Washington Heritage Trail The three counties of West Virginia’s eastern panhandle (Jefferson, Berkeley, and Morgan) were where young George Washington spent much of his time as a surveyor. Later, he returned here to enjoy the region’s scenic splendor and soak in the hot springs. Many of America’s seminal historical events
Classic Roads The Spine of Missouri—SR 19 in Mark Twain National Forest You’ve ridden on the backs of dragons and demons but how about an entire state? That’s what you can do on SR 19, also called the Spine of Missouri. Well, I know at least one rider who has called it that. It’s a good and appropriate name,
Classic Roads Premium Content Explore the Jemez Mountain on Jemez Scenic Byway This classic route combines New Mexico’s stunning western scenery with curvy mountain roads and fascinating historical sites. SR 4 is my favorite portion of the longer Jemez Scenic Byway. This route is a surefire recipe for exciting both the senses and sensibilities. Although the designated route is just 90
Classic Roads Explore The Pennsylvania Wilds Along SR 120 SR 120 in north-central Pennsylvania meanders for some 116 miles along the West Branch Susquehanna River and other streams through narrow mountain valleys. These waterways are a 300-million-years-old collection of rivers and creeks. The West Branch is the main tributary of the mighty Susquehanna River, which flows south from New
Classic Roads Discover the Fun and Characterful Tail of the Gecko Motorcyclists love a good reptilian tail. Just look at all the riders flocking to experience the Tail of the Dragon in Tennessee. But you don’t need a mythical beast to have a good time on a motorcycle. Sometimes, a more unassuming reptile will do just fine. Like a gecko.
Classic Roads Premium Content The Hidden Gem of the Nantahala Forest—Wayah Road and Wayah Bald Road Wayah Road winds through the breathtaking scenery of North Carolina's Nantahala National Forest. Beginning near Franklin, NC, Wayah Rd stretches approximately 28 miles, connecting US 64 and US 74. This route leads riders through the dense forest, alongside rushing streams and through countless twists and turns. It also
Classic Roads Discover the Rugged Beauty of Park Loop Road in Maine Coastal Maine is among the most ruggedly beautiful regions in the entire country. If you’d like to enjoy this gorgeous region to the fullest, you should take your bike to Park Loop Road on Mount Desert Island. Park Loop Rd is a 27-mile-long two-lane loop road that follows Mount
Classic Roads Beware the Highway of Death—US 285 Many famous motorcycling roads have nicknames that describe their characters. The High Road to Taos takes you to the mountains, the Skyline Drive shows off the scenery of the Shenandoah Valley, and the various Dragons promise curves aplenty. And then you have Death Highway. It’s exactly what it sounds
Classic Roads Classic Roads: Deadman Pass, OR When regular people hear a name like Deadman Pass, they generally think it best to steer clear. Motorcyclists are built a little different, though, and a morbid moniker such as this is an invitation to hop in the saddle. Deadman Pass is also known as Deadman’s Pass or Dead
Classic Roads Premium Content A Ride So Good It’s a Sin—The Ohio Demon’s Triangle Ohio is a unique place. Where else can you become a motorcycle exorcist? You can start your devil-busting escapades by letting your tires rip all across the Demon’s Backbone. But if that ride leaves you hankering for more evil to put in its place, the Demon’s Triangle has
Classic Roads Premium Content The Devil's Stairs—Wicked Fun in North Carolina There won’t be a stairway to heaven over where we’re going. You’ll still have a great ride, though. North Carolina has a deservedly great reputation as a motorcycling destination, and the Devil’s Stairs takes you on some of the most sinfully fun of them all. All
Classic Roads Kancamagus Highway The White Mountains are one of the most beautiful and scenic regions in the entire northeastern U.S. Motoring down the Kancamagus Highway puts you right in the middle of it all. The Kancamagus Highway is known by many names, including the Kancamagus Scenic Byway, New Hampshire SR 112 (its
Classic Roads Premium Content The Waterfront Jewel of America—Great Lakes Seaway Trail A beautiful waterscape is one of the best backdrops for a laidback motorcycling outing. The Great Lakes Seaway Trail serves both good times and water views in spades. This National Scenic Byway (also known by its previous official name, Seaway Trail) is a series of designated roads in Pennsylvania and
Classic Roads Ride into the Green at Michigan’s Tunnel of Trees Michigan is famous for its trees, sporting lusciously full canopies of leaves. Taking your motorcycle to the Tunnel of Trees lets you ride right into the midst of the greenery. The Tunnel of Trees Scenic Heritage Route—also known as SR 119 or locally as M-119—is a narrow paved
Classic Roads Wichita Mountains National Scenic Byway The uninitiated generally perceive Oklahoma as one big flat wheat field—remember that Rodgers & Hammerstein musical that celebrated the land “where the wind comes sweepin’ down the plain?” In reality, however, the Sooner State does have several “mountainous” regions. Although the peaks are more like speed bumps compared to
Classic Roads Ride the Highest Pass in the Eastern Alps—Stelvio Pass, Italy The Stelvio Pass is one of the most challenging and exhilarating motorcycle roads in the world to ride. It’s absolutely worth a trip to Italy just to wrassle with this beast. At 9,045 feet, Stelvio Pass is the highest paved mountain pass in the Eastern Alps and the
Classic Roads From the Gateway to the Ozarks—Missouri SR 100 Missouri might not be on the top of your list when thinking of good places in America to ride your motorcycle, but don’t you knock the Show Me State. The place hosts many great roads—such as SR 100. For about 120 miles, SR 100 follows the curves of
Classic Roads Premium Content Riding Alaska’s Iconic Glenn Highway National Scenic Byway The Glenn Highway in Alaska is not just a roadway—it's a lifeline connecting the bustling urban center of Anchorage to the serene wilderness of the last frontier. Stretching approximately 135 miles from Anchorage to Glennallen, this iconic highway traverses some of the most breathtaking landscapes on Earth,
Classic Roads Premium Content The Curvy Beauty of the Woods—Diamondback Loop in North Carolina It’s not about how long it is, it’s about how good of a time you can have with it. I am, of course, talking about the Diamondback Loop in North Carolina. Just short of 17 miles, this loop through the dense woods of the Pisgah National Forest is,
Classic Roads The King of Roads—Historic Columbia River Highway A title like the King of Roads sets up a lot of expectations. The Historic Columbia River Highway lives up to all of them. That’s not the only accolade bestowed upon this 75-mile stretch between The Dalles and Troutdale, OR, though. It’s also designated a National Historic Landmark,
Classic Roads Premium Content Curves for the Next 99 Miles—Lolo Pass & US 12 “Winding Road Next 99 Miles,” declares the famous sign just outside Kooskia, ID. Those five words tell you exactly what you can expect from Lolo Pass. Located in the Bitterroot Range at an elevation of 5,233 feet, Lolo Pass connects Idaho and Montana. US 12 traverses this high mountain
