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Learn the German History of Franken’s Rock—Frankenstein, MO

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Jasper, Arkansas Shamrock Tour®

Jasper is the perfect rally point to ride anywhere in northern Arkansas, and seemingly every road in this part of the state is a gem. SR 7, or Scenic Byway 7, leads into Jasper from the north and the south. It is rarely straight for more than a few hundred

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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

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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

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Beware the Boogeymen of Boogertown, NC

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Wild West’s Illegal Den of Sin—Deadwood, SD

Many old Wild West towns had a—shall we say—seedy reputation. But you’d be hard-pressed to find a more wretched hive of scum and villainy as Deadwood, SD. The city’s outlaw status began immediately with its founding in the mid-1870s. Deadwood was an illegal town. It was

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New Mexico: The Land (and Sky) of Enchantment

There is an inexplicable sense of magic in the air as soon as you enter New Mexico. This sacred land is a Southwestern gem, a place where the natural world, culture, and spirit are entwined. I wanted to find out what made this place so magical in the first place,

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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

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Ride to the End of the World—Centralia, PA

Have you ever wondered what Earth will look like once 99.9% of humanity is gone? Motoring to Centralia, PA, will give you an ominous taste of the end of the world. I can’t rightly call Centralia a ghost town because it has residents—a whopping five stubborn souls

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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

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8 Best Fall Motorcycle Rides in Kansas

When you think of fall motorcycle rides, you’re probably picturing roads meandering under expansive orange canopies. Kansas, however, offers a different kind of scenery. The vast prairies and grasslands of Kansas can be just as gorgeous in the fall as the forests of the Great Smoky Mountains. Additionally, the

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The Boys of Summer, Part 3: Illinois to Washington

Although baseball is a beloved pastime on the East Coast, the age-old American sport is merely an echo that travels gently toward the Pacific Ocean. There are no obstructions along its path, so it might resonate with the people trapped in the noise. After Wrigley and Guaranteed Rate fields (the

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9 Best Beaches to Ride to on Hawaii’s O’ahu Island

Let’s be real here—there’s no such thing as a bad beach on O’ahu. Some of them, however, are better for motorcyclists than others. That might be because they’re easily accessible by motorcycle, offer nearby attractions that speak to riders, or are out of the way

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City Escape: Allentown, PA

Pennsylvania may not be the best-known riding destination in America, but it’s one of my favorites. Over the years, I’ve been to virtually every corner of the state. Pennsylvania just ticks most of my motorcycle touring boxes— curvy backroads, historical locations, off-the-beaten-path destinations, and interesting terrain in terms

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8 Best Places for A Fall Color Ride Near the Smokies

The Smoky Mountains are covered in deciduous trees. Their dense canopies are already gorgeous in the summer, but once fall comes around, the mountains burst into flame. Figuratively speaking, that is. No matter where you go in the Smokies in the fall, you’re bound to see some stunning leaves.

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Unplugged and Unreachable: Visit These 9 US Destinations in America Without Cell Reception

Are you sick and tired of phone calls? Would you rather chuck your phone out the window than answer another text or email? It sounds like you need to unplug for a while—and fortunately many places in the U.S. are still beyond the reach of cell and Wi-Fi

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In Pursuit of Wildness: Pinnacles National Park

Once upon a time, it was called Pinnacles National Monument, but today it is America’s newest national park. That’s where this story begins. Graduating from San Jose State, getting married, and landing my first permanent job with the National Park Service all within one week was a miracle.

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City Escape: Bemidji, MN

Bemidji, MN, claims to be the birthplace of Paul Bunyan. This City Escape will convince you he hails from northern Minnesota. It’s easy to picture Paul chopping down trees with a single swipe of his ax among the forests and lakes you’ll see along the ride. Starting at

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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

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Three Texans, Four Strokes, Five States

I’ve really gone and done it this time. Idaho is not an easy feat to pull off from Central Texas. I had mulled over various scenarios—shipping, flying, staging, renting, begging, borrowing. I even tried to talk myself out of it and pick a different trip that was easier

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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

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The City of Plenty—Boston, MA

Any motorcyclist with even a passing interest in American history should have Boston on their list of riding destinations. The city boasts the whole package—it’s steeped in history, has plenty of options for entertainment, and is near some fantastic roads to ride. Settled in 1625 and founded in

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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

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The Little Alien Town—Rachel, NV

What would you expect to find in the remote desert of Nevada? Perhaps sand, stones, and shrubs—with a little green man peeking out from between them. That’s what might await you in the tiny town of Rachel, one of the country’s UFO capitals. Just for the record,

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Weston, West Virginia Shamrock Tour®

Sometimes you bring the quiet with you on a trip. Sometimes, it’s already there. Sometimes it’s both. I brought a little quiet with me on this tour, that I’ll admit. But in this part of West Virginia, nestled in the hollers around Weston, there was also a