The Twisted Sisters: Texas’ Trio of Femme Fatales

What if I told you there are three curvy sisters waiting to have some fun with you? That’s right, we’re talking about the Twisted Sisters.

This trio of classic roads is about as classic as it gets. Consistently ranking toward the top in virtually every poll about the best motorcycling roads in America, the Twisters Sisters (or Three Twisted Sisters) is one of those rides every biker simply must do at least once.

The Twisted Sisters consists of three roads: Texas FM 335, 336, and 337. Together, they form a 100-mile turn-filled lasso loop route through scenic Texas Hill Country that’s as exhilarating as it can be dangerous.

And I’m not exaggerating the curves. In one section, the route packs 65 curves into 15 miles.

This route is generally considered to begin in Medina, TX (although you can, of course, jump onto it from any connecting road). From Medina, FM 337 heads west, starting off as a rather straight two-laner stretching past farmland and ranches, with some sweepers thrown in for good measure.

As you pass Vanderpool, 337 begins to climb up into the hills and the sisters’ twists begin in earnest. If you dare take your eyes off the road for a second, you can admire the tree-covered hills and grassy meadows zipping by.

Once you hit Leakey, a short northward section on US 83 leads to FM 336—the most technically demanding of the sisters. It takes you high into the Texas hills amidst craggy cliffs and lazy streams. 

Last, but not least, comes FM 335, which gives you a bit of reprieve and allows you to open the throttle a bit more. The relatively more relaxed riding gives you a better chance to admire the gorgeous scenery of craggy cliffs and small, lazy streams.

At the end of 335, you’ll arrive back on 337. Then it’s just a matter of working your way back to Medina.