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Classic Roads: Valley of the Gods

Covering some 130,000 contiguous square miles of Utah, Colorado, Arizona, and New Mexico, the Colorado Plateau region is home to some of the West’s most dramatic rock formations and high desert landscapes. Uplifted millions of years ago by geologic forces, this eroded high plateau includes numerous national parks,

Destinations

Bodie Gold Mine and Ghost Town

Bodie is a ghost town in the Bodie hills east of the Sierra Nevada. It became a boom town in 1876 when gold was discovered there and by 1879 it had a population of around 6,000 people and 2,000 houses. One legend suggests that in 1880 it was

Destinations

Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum

This Unusual Destination is a hotspot frequented by paranormal enthusiasts. It would be a most memorable Halloween experience, if you dared to go there. In front of the massive gothic-style building in Weston, WV, a sign announces the “Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum.” Construction of the facility began in 1858. Originally designed

Classic Roads

Classic Roads: Demon’s Backbone (Ohio SR 536)

When thinking of challenging, twisty motorcycling roads, Ohio may not be the first place to pop into your mind. But that’s probably because you haven’t heard of SR 536. This stretch of asphalt has many names, including the Ohio Dragon and Ohio’s Tail of the Dragon. But

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ZenMoto Part 4: Oregon to California

It takes just one day off the bike for all of my gear to leap out of the bags and be strewn all around the room. It’s been a good day off in Jacksonville, OR, but it’s time to gear up for the final stretch. Ocean It’s

Travel Guide

5 Amazingly Twisty roads in Colorado

There is a wonderful range of riding possibilities in Colorado. The state boasts so many beautiful landscapes, dramatic mountains ranges, and winding roads, it would probably take years to experience them all. That’s why you should hop on your bike now and get to exploring the Centennial State. Here

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6 Most Haunted Roads in the U.S.

We’re all fascinated with spirits, and roads have always been some of ghosts’ and goblins’ favorite haunts. They have their own brand of spooks, with seemingly every backwater town having its own Dead Man’s Curve. Myths and legends tell of restless spirits unable to leave these darkened roads

Travel Guide

3 Winter Ride Destinations You Haven't Thought Of

Depending on where you live in the U.S., winter often spells the end of the riding season. In some states, bikes are ritually put away and sit dormant for months to wait out the cold and freezing weather. However, there are many states where you can still find riding

Classic Roads

Exploring the Mysteries of the Most Haunted Road in the USA—New Jersey's Clinton Road

As twilight falls and the shadows lengthen, there's a road in the heartland of the U.S. that takes on an eerie, otherworldly aura. Known as one of the most haunted roads in the country, Clinton Road winds its way through the densely wooded landscape of New Jersey.

City Escape

City Escape: San Diego, California

Known as the birthplace of California, San Diego offers a diverse array of entertainment. The city and its various interesting and colorful enclaves are easily navigated by motorcycle. Its location in the southern part of the state grants San Diego great riding weather almost year-round. A major port, there are

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Along the Waterways of Ohio

As Florian and I saddle up in Zanesville for our Ohio roundtrip, it occurs to me that the Buckeye State often doesn’t get its due. Phrases like, “flyover country,” “your hometown river is flammable,” “mistake on the lake,” and “Hey, at least we’re not Michigan,” don’t exactly

Classic Roads

The King's Highway—America's Oldest Road

Taking the King’s Highway to get to his Presidential inauguration in New York in 1789, George Washington had to cross a very unique bridge. Another notable American known to have crossed it was John Adams. When a Japanese film crew came to America in 1996 to film an iconic

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Wildwood, Missouri's Most Haunted Trail—Zombie Road

If you're a fan of the supernatural traveling anywhere near St. Louis, MO, you may want to detour to Wildwood to visit the infamous Zombie Road (aka. Al Foster Trail). This aptly named and presumably haunted destination is appropriately set in the thick of eerie forests. Zombie Road

Destinations

Paranormal Activity at the Pry House

The Pry House [https://www.civilwarmed.org/pry/plan/] served as Union General George McClellan’s headquarters during the September 17, 1862, Battle of Antietam. As casualties mounted on this bloodiest day in American history, the Pry farmhouse and barn became a field hospital. Union General Israel Richardson was gravely

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Ukraine's Heart of Darkness

On a clear summer day, with the sky that deep rich blue they always seem to use on holiday postcards, the pure white clouds fought with the endless miles of brilliant yellow sunflower fields for our attention. Occasionally, the vibrant blanket of color turned to a patchwork quilt of wheat

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Lockhart, Texas Shamrock Tour®

Nine out of 10 doctors recommend that you not attempt the following trip. I suggest you listen to the tenth one. Risk It for the Brisket Lockhart, TX, is the Barbecue Capital of Texas. Seriously. The Texas House of Representatives passed a resolution saying so in 1999, and the State

Travel Guide

Top 10 Curviest Roads in the U.S.

Motorcycle enthusiasts are on an eternal quest to find an experience the curviest of roads. I decided to look into some choice asphalt spread out over the nation to help you satiate your desire for a compelling ride. In no particular order, and without attempting to say which is the

Destinations

Western Film Museum and Alabama Hills

About three hours north of Hollywood and a million miles from urban life, nestled in the foothills of the Eastern Sierra Nevada, the little town of Lone Pine, California and the nearby Alabama Hills has been the location for hundreds of films, commercials and television shows. Since the early years

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Southern Utah’s Backroads

Covering some 130,000 contiguous square miles of Utah, Colorado, Arizona, and New Mexico, the Colorado Plateau region is home to some of the West’s most dramatic rock formations and high desert landscapes. Uplifted millions of years ago by geologic forces, this eroded high plateau includes numerous national parks,

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California: A Ride Along the Eastern Sierra

Geoff, this is not good. I can’t see anything!” “Can you see the yellow line down the middle of the road?” “Well, yes.” “That’s all you need to see.” That is a short snippet of bike-to-bike communication my wife Liz and I went through while riding Carson Pass

Accommodations

Review: Abigail’s Bed & Breakfast Inn—Ashland, OR

My long day on the BMW R 18 began near Seattle and culminated in Ashland, OR. In this small town, renowned for hosting the annual Oregon Shakespeare Festival, I arrived at Abigail’s Bed & Breakfast Inn. Against the blushing evening sky, the sight of the charming Victorian-styled Abigail’s

City Escape

City Escape: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania’s capital Harrisburg isn’t the biggest city—but it can still get stifling. So hop in the saddle and head south along the Susquehanna for this City Escape that takes you on a unique tour of the Pennsylvania countryside. I mean, how many other rides pass both America’

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Peru: Altitude and Adrenaline

I squinted my eyes in disbelief. Clouds had started to gather, crowding the sky like lumbering beasts. On a grinding wheel of terror, a whole city’s worth of boneheadedness came crashing down like a shelf full of shoes, all around my head at once. Initially, Lima’s bustling Miraflores

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Explore Nevada's Area 51

Where does our fascination with aliens cross the line from humor and whimsy to serious belief? And why? Perhaps this obsession with visitors from beyond Earth stems from simple romanticism. We want to believe we are not alone. Whatever the driver, every year tourists from all over the globe venture

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Review: Deetjen’s Big Sur Inn—Big Sur, CA

Truly unique by any standard, Deetjen’s Big Sur Inn provides a visceral look into the history of California. The establishment dates back to a tent beside Castro Canyon Creek in the 1930s. At that time, Helmuth and Helen Haight Deetjen were living there while constructing a barn with reclaimed