THE TAIL OF THE DRAGON & CHEROHALA SKYWAY: Two of the BEST roads in the USA

[@haroldcale4767]

I love to travel across states too. Went from KY to CA and back, Went from KY to Fl. many times in my yrs and now at 75 when my bills are paid I'll do it again. See the 48 States of America when you can. Time is running short and we are now in the last days before Christ returns. Sharing the good news of the plan of salvation in Christ is the best any one can do in these last days. God bless.

[@Got2Go]

Sounds like a good plan, to do it all again!!!

[@JayBD626]

Amen, Brother Harold!

[@lisalangley8292]

I’ve done both. Cherahola Skyway is my favorite ride . It’s simply beautiful and so peaceful.

[@ellobo1326]

Same here 👍

[@johnasbury9915]

It’s like the BlueRidge Parkway but without most of the traffic. I love this area and am so glad I live here!

[@kentkramer3866]

I was running these roads way before they were famous. Back in the '80s.

[@ChucksterJax]

Same here. Road them several times over the years. Want to back really bad. Definitely spring of 2025.

[@timheywood7521]

As someone who has done both multiple times (I'm Scottish and live in Scotland) the Skyway is way better than the Dragon. Your assessment of the Dragon is spot on!

[@PremPS1000LE]

I agree 100% about the Skyway being a much better ride than the TOTD. Not as many idiots. These clowns wouldn't last but a few kilometers here in the mountains of Thailand, which makes the Dragon look like the Autobahn.

[@thepassionofthegoose5472]

@@PremPS1000LE The fast, ridiculously twisty stuff in the United States and Canada is all on the western side of the North American continent. Appalachians are foothills compared to the Sierra Nevadas, Cascades and Rockies in both height and duration. Their popularity has more to do with the limited resources of the region and an overabundance of people elevating a section of road to legend status, than the Dragon being best riding in the US. Far, far from it.

[@sandyboyd1378]

Tim im from New Scotland and planning to do this trip. Also and more importantly to get back to the home of my people Arisag Scotland.What would you recommend for a bike run over their. ths Sandy

[@guylehman9482]

I was only able to ride those roads 1 time. Thanks for the views. now I need to go back. Beautiful

[@nevertoopoortotour.3033]

I rode it the opposite way I started in Deals Gap than headed towards Marysville

[@karenallen5208]

I've ridden the Dragon once and the Cherohala several times. I found the Dragon actually a little more relaxing because there were times I could go straight in between curves. The Cherohala it seems is one curve after another, but they're both beautiful and worth the trip. Truly, though the Cherohala is more scenic because of the open areas where you get a better view the mountains. My most memorable ride of the Cherohala was when my GPS I used years ago called Pocket Looks kept telling me to turn right, and I looked over the side of the mountain and said, "I don't think so," and couldn't wait to get to the end of the ride and turn that thing off. LOL

[@62639092]

I'm from Mississippi and have ridden Bear tooth pass (beautiful), the Dragon and Cherahola Skyway. All are great in their own way, but overall I take the Skyway every time especially in spring or fall. Love the videos, thanks!

[@TBdown70]

I have done both a lot of times but.last year did the Trans American trial also known as the TAT and came threw there on my ADV bike and still had a blast it is a fun ride and lot.of nice People along the way

[@danpoczynek]

My favorite ride of all time in the USA is Bear tooth pass, its 59 miles long nothing but switch backs and part of the ride is about 10,000 foot elevation above the glaciers. you find the road at the northeast entrance or exit of Yellowstone national park heading to Red Lodge Montana

[@Got2Go]

I did that one on my worldtrip and as well enjoyed it a lot! A beautiful ride!!!

[@bmc81]

Apparently this person does not know that the Beartooth Highway, South of Red Lodge, MT is the most famous highway of all. News commentators have talked about this ride for years before the Tail of The Dragon ever was mentioned. I live close to this and it is beautiful and the switchbacks are not for the faint of heart. I have also ridden the Tail and it's not as much fun as the Beartooth. You can actually go much faster on this one. Plus the altitude climb from 5568 ft to 10947 ft at the top(which is above timber line) is priceless. Have fun and ride safe which ever one you ride!!

[@bedlamite42]

I rode Beartooth once several years ago. It was early June, and an unexpected storm started closing mountain passes, leaving that as our only way East. I'd love to go back when it's warmer than 33 degrees F, at least the sleet wasn't freezing on the ground.

[@nevertoopoortotour.3033]

I'm going to have to check it out when I head West

[@bmc81]

@@bedlamite42 You can expect any kind of weather on top of the Beartooth Highway during the summer. The top is over 10,000' in elevation. I have never been warm on that ride no matter what time of year I go over it. You have to understand you are above timberline at the top, which means no tree's grow there and the wind usually howls like a big dog!!! LOL!!!

[@nasirbasra]

3:40 pleasant view 😌of the lake

[@FisherBiker155]

One of my motorcycle dream! The dragon and the cherohala Skyway... Love it!

[@Got2Go]

💃🏻👌🏻

[@randyholcombe4234]

Cherohala is one of my favorite roads. Thanks for the nice aerial views.

[@anthonycapirichio3957]

Did them both this year…..the wife and I started in CT on my 650 vstrom and took skyline dr and blue ridge all the way down…..a must for any rider….so beautiful

[@markmath2883]

I am about 200 miles from the Cherohala and Dragon so have ridden them many times. I have also ridden the Alps and last Summer as many of the great roads as possible (Beartooth, GTSR, Chief Joseph). Each road has it’s advantages and disadvantages. I appreciate each one for what it is and enjoy them immensely. My advice from someone who has been riding since 1971: make your bucket list of rides and then get on the your bike and ride them. Life is short. Great photography!

[@Got2Go]

That’s exactly how I do it! Even though for me it’s more countries and places on my bucket list, mostly not roads.

[@loopertrooper6671]

2 of my favorite roads for sure and if you’re in the area, you should also add the Moonshiner 28 which is right next to the Deals Gap Lodge.

[@chema1546]

hallo guten morgen 😘 überall ist platz für super motorräder 😄👌 mache ich am wochenende ich würde gerne mal auf schmaler binnenstraße nach regensburg fahren sind eure kommentare super liebe grüße Lea ok 👌👍

[@Got2Go]

Vielen Dank!!

[@chema1546]

Ok Lea

[@PapaDougsAdventures01]

This is on my ride Bucket List. Great Job

[@mathiaskraushaar4853]

Hallo, es freut mich sehr das bei dir trotz Zecken wieder weiter geht. alles Gute weiterhin ☺Bleib Gesund.

[@Got2Go]

Danke, lieber Mathias!

[@annafraley5388]

We use to (in the 1990s) go ride the Blueridge Parkway in NC at least once a year, if not Three times on the Harleys, lots of times there were big gatherings, events, swap meats or races. Such a Beautiful place. In the 1970s & 80s we went too, but in the car. 😎

[@ardyrides834]

Thank you Lea, I really appreciate your videos. The aerial footage adds quite a bit to the splendor of your location and the surrounding geography. Your camera work, editing, sound, titles, music, and ride descriptions are top quality. You are one, if not the best videographer on KZbin doing motorcycle travel. Keep up the good work, and best wishes on your future journeys...

[@woongtv-naturehealing273]

Wow! It's such a beautiful and healing motorcycle trip video. 💞💕💖 Especially, the scenery of nature is fantastic. Have a lucky 💗🍁💜 day.

[@hugodanielbecerra3218]

I did not imagine North Carolina this beautiful.

[@Got2Go]

Me neither! 😍

[@johnbe2]

Just did the Cherahala Skyway again after watching this video. It's only 2 hours from my house. Also at 8:30 is the Cheoah Dam where Harrisson Ford jumped off in the Fugitive.

[@stevenmoore4078]

The Dragon and Cherohala Skyway are on my bucket list of rides to do. You've inspired me, Lea, to take my 50-year-old Honda motorcycle on some epic journeys next summer!

[@Got2Go]

That you should do for sure! You will not regret it !!!

[@s.t.entertainmentreviews7506]

The quality, content and your delivery are superb! One of the best and most enjoyable videos I have seen!! Thank you!

[@mohammedkharbouche7268]

really i like your adventures. You really deserve the Medal of Honor because you excel in photographing beautiful natural scenes as well as commenting. I love your sense of humor and wish you success in your career.🇲🇦👍

[@Ghostrider-71]

I did both this past October on my KLR 650. I stayed at the Deals Gap motorcycle resort and rode the Dragon 4x. I rode in on the Cherhola skyway, incredible. The Foothills Parkway is another great ride as well. Thank you for posting. I will ride it again, it is addictive!

[@adventureguru8446]

I love traveling videos . Love from India 🇮🇳🇮🇳🙏

[@Scout7336]

It is nice to hear the opinion of someone that has experiences outside of the US. I liked your comment about the ToD not being a big deal. Nothing more than riding a regular road in the Alps. Bavaria does have some great roads.

[@davyboycolon530]

I've ridin every one of those roads multiple times and it never gets old ... I will be back next year ... good video

[@AmaNotaGogo]

Truely a scenic route. Thanks for showing.

[@tonnywildweasel8138]

Like your vids a LOT! Greets from the Netherlands 🌷, T.

[@Got2Go]

Thank you so much!

[@jimmystanford7039]

I have not been there in several years thanks for the video the sky way is really awesome when the clouds roll through it’s like a thick fog can not see anything,hello from Georgia

[@stevenmckenzie8906]

I rode the Dragon four times in 2019 as a new rider - scared the crap out of me! But after the third time, my comfort level grew considerably. We also rode the Foothills Pkwy and Moonshiner 28 a few times. Never got to ride the Cherohala Skyway because each time we tried, the weather didn't cooperate - rain and hail. I friggin' LOVE the Smoky Mountains! We are leaving for the Black Hills mountains this weekend and will be planning our trip for next Spring - you guessed it, the Smoky Mountains again for unfinished business! Love your channel. Keep the rubber on the road.

[@michaelmachado2572]

I live 10 minutes from the Dragon here in Maryville. Still love it every chance I get to run it.

[@assiejasper661]

nice to see you healthy again. nice to sit at home and explore the world with your eyes. thank you!

[@Got2Go]

I only got sick when I returned to Europe unfortunately … But yes, that has been an awesome ride. Happy that you are joining the journey!

[@giampiero2022]

I hope you resolve your problems of health. I feel freedom when I look your videos.😘

[@Got2Go]

Still working on the health, but thank you so much!

[@genethomas4405]

Looks like you had a good day on the Dragon, I didn't see to many Squids racing through.

[@Got2Go]

Was an awesome day!!!

[@guafeng1]

My family is from that area. This is the most professional video of the area I have seen. Well done. I really enjoyed seeing the area through your eyes!

[@nasirbasra]

In end .. i never seen before this pleasant expression on your face and in your voice ..🙏

[@Got2Go]

Thank you!

[@msims1250]

I really want to ride this area. It is so beautiful. Your drone footage is very well done.

[@Got2Go]

Thank you ☺️

[@a1ibddd]

Absolutely Loved this! Thank you so much for sharing! I cant wait to get back to the Cherohala & the Dragon.

[@Baribrotzer]

The Skyway is amazing, and you can drive (or ride) it at something more than a crawl.

[@anyascelticcreations]

North Carolina looked just Beautiful. I can easily imagine myself living there.

[@lrrpdude8694]

Had many similar rides in the Taunus. Rudesheim to Bad Schwalback was a great one. Shorter but great ride.

[@joseraulmurciaprieto7414]

I adore your travels, you are a very beatyful and brave woman

[@Got2Go]

Thank you!

[@BadMonkeyTouring]

From 2003-2016 I had a cabin in the Nantahala National Forest, not too far from The Tail of the Dragon and Cherohala Skyway. I found the Tail over rated and crowded, but the Skyway is amazing. Too bad you just rode through without staying. There are so many roads in that area, you could never cover them all. This video made me miss home.

[@Got2Go]

I think I have to go back to the area at one point - really liked it a lot!

[@lukeiamyourfather3511]

First trip to Deals gap . Home based at Townsend for the weekend.Excellent presentation Lea.

[@crossbikerbd]

wow beautiful place

[@mulliedog1]

Beautiful video!! Thank you for posting it! I live here in Florida and I'm looking forward to making this ride!

[@mikeclark3013]

I really enjoyed this video. Thank you for taking us along. I live in the area, and have ridden the Dragon and the Cherohala several times. I’m glad you enjoyed the ride.

[@lindabegin6217]

I really enjoyed this road trip with you, your riding, pictures, drone footage and audio was great. I have slayed this dragon twice, riding from Canada and now I have a new bike and helmet, I need to go back for the stickers! I agree, it is a must do but so many, curvy twisty roads that area, the Snake was one of my favorites! Best to do that Tail of the Dragon mid week when the sporties and all the 4 wheel traffic are not there. Ill be back for sure, your video has fueled my passion!

[@bassiclogic]

I have ridden Tennessee, North Carolina and Georgia 6 years in a row. We usually take the trips in the second week of October when the colors are starting to change. Beautiful ridding and Country there. I have ridden all those places you rode and many more. Great video!

[@deltaprepper60]

Spectacular drone shots ! It’s not about how fast you run the dragon , but cruse & enjoy the view ! 😎

[@johnviolette9080]

I’m from NC and you did a better job of pronouncing those names than I could have! Great video and commentary!

[@halkanishaan1753]

The world may be upside down, But Nature is still beautiful, seductive and absolutely fascinating. When we put this Nature as a backdrop for breathtaking curves, there are no words that can define this state of the art. I love divine creation and all its expression of beauty.

[@Got2Go]

That you have said very well! 😍

[@ryanmalone2681]

Would love to see a video in the Black Forest. When I lived in Zurich, I used to haul ass on the Autobahn and then ride all day on those amazing roads. So beautiful and the Police are very tolerant of speed as long as you ride responsibly.

[@Got2Go]

Yes I have to make a video of that region too!

[@thomasbranson7237]

Welcome to my homeland. I hope you enjoy your ride. I spent my young life in the hills of the Blue Ridge.

[@pearseohagan2848]

Great rides. I stopped at that same drive in and had a burger.

[@barryhalesongwriter6835]

Great job. Thank you for showing how beautiful the southern US is. Your video style is very captivating.

[@Got2Go]

Thank you so much!

[@robertjustice7911]

You missed Happy Valley Road, to Butterfly Gap. It is a nice ride.

[@RALTBOB1]

The Skyway is breathing but the Dragon is a hoot. We’ve done both on our sportscar. Thank you for your videos. Your use of the drone is impressive and ads a third dimension to your videos. Thank you!

[@tigercoward]

Welcome back! This spring, I rode many of your routes from your trip! Thanks

[@alfonsocrespo4945]

Wonderful photos, beautiful roads, incredible views and your fantastic narration. Lea thank you very much for allowing us to travel with you.

[@Got2Go]

Thank you for joining!’

[@charlesprice7608]

One of my favorites is Rt 9 over Hogsback Mountain Windham County Vermont!

[@WillysPerformanceCycleCtr]

Lea, beautiful drone footage of the Appalachian mountains! Glad you had a nice ride in East Tennessee and western North Carolina. Thanks for presenting your perspective of our home riding area.

[@Got2Go]

I really did - hope I can return next time I am in the USA, I feel like I missed out on so many places… 🤗 Hope you are good over there in LA!

[@davidcrisp9513]

This has been the best presentation of the ride I have seen...Thank You !...

[@christybeene9232]

I am so glad I came across your channel ! You are one cool chick and I have enjoyed virtually riding with you ! 😊✌🏻

[@Got2Go]

Thank you so much! I am happy you enjoy the ride! Hopefully many great ones to come!

[@mr.mikeyg.5282]

I go up there twice a year from Charleston SC, spring and fall. 9 of us are heading that way tomorrow. Always look forward to it!

[@Got2Go]

I hope you will have a nice ride! Enjoy!

[@klasseact6663]

I hope you had a great time in our country! Your English is very good and you really did your homework on everything, very knowledgeable. I've been going every year since 2003, making about a 600 mile trip to get there and it's worth it everytime❗ Once again, hope you had a great time in our country and your video here was amazing❗❗

[@jsblanco68]

The landscape is impressive. What beautiful views. I'm glad you're still good. To enjoy. Until next time

[@Got2Go]

Thank you so much!’

[@hessman5198]

I love that part of Tn. I live near Memphis and honestly, you didn't miss much by not coming through here with the exception of good BBQ. The Cherohala Skyway is my favorite ride out that way.

[@tgfover9000]

I live down the road from the loop. Love it.

[@rosalyngiven4625]

More for the scenery along the way ,also the destination and the people you meet along the way! Sure enjoy your channel🙂 .

[@ellobo1326]

Great video. I just rode both on my Goldwing. The skyway was much more enjoyable and less stressful to me. Love the drone shots.

[@scotkieffer1857]

Awesome video! I have never been to Tail Of The Dragon. Going there this summer.

[@Heckofadeal]

Great video !!

[@Stalled_Out]

It’s nice to finally see some local roads on your journeys. 😁 I Wish I would’ve been riding that day to meet you or better yet eating at tellico beach. 👍🏻

[@Porsche996driver]

Aka the “Imbiss” ha

[@Got2Go]

So I guess tellico beach (“the Imbiss” 😂😂😂) is kind of well known?

[@Stalled_Out]

@@Got2Go we could say World Famous now 😂 🍔 🍟

[@Barry843]

Awesome , great video. Two different rides , the dragon is meant to go fast & lean till U scrape & the skyway is for cruising & enjoying the view . . .

[@alainmaurice1271]

Thank you very much for this excellent report

[@Got2Go]

Thank you for watching!

[@UncleBobsbikelife]

Nice nature and interesting to watch the surroundings.. Looks abit like Australias "the Gillies"..

[@stephenbienvenu4810]

Really enjoyed your content.. I was just there in early summer and loved the riding there…

[@kuba.osinski]

Amazing road!

[@ajit23rathee60]

Amazing video n great hard work keep it up

[@Got2Go]

Thank you so much!

[@ruudschut6286]

Beautifull roads. Would love to ride these.👍😎

[@Got2Go]

Thank you!

[@popeye77ish]

Lea, As always amazing photography and drone shots and interesting narration. Glad the tics didnt cause too much of a problem and that the dragon was more appealing. I have done the Tail and Cherohala and while they are nice and scenic, for those who can get away from N America try the Mae Hong Son loop in Chiang Mai Thailand - 1864 curves in 600 kms. Thanks for taking me along for the ride. Cheers and safe riding.

[@Got2Go]

That’s definitely a great one too! I did it on my worldtrip but wouldn’t mind to return!!!

[@popeye77ish]

@@Got2Go Thanks for taking the time to reply. I have just reached Bangkok in your book .... you ruined the suspense 🤣🤣

[@gsdfan8455]

I had a nice Audi S4 years ago that I wanted to take down to the tail, but never made it. I don’t think my truck would be as much fun as a sports car or motorcycle. Thanks for taking us along

[@jimderksen1653]

I am from western Canada. I have never found more scenic roads than we have here and our neighbor to the south of us ...Montana, USA. I have done these roads in the great smokies and although curvy they dont really have much scenery other than trees....lol.

[@TuckandTwist1]

Several places along the Cherohala have nice long range views. Also try the Blue Ridge Parkway. It has about 175 notable overlooks over its 469 miles and about 2/3 of them have spectacular mid- to long-range views. The 100+ mile Skyline Drive also has some really beautiful overlooks with amazing long range views. The really nice thing about riding both those latter two roads simultaneously is there are zero stop lights and stop signs in 600+ miles of wonderful riding.

[@Got2Go]

That’s on my list now too! I have been to Canada on my worldtrip, and yes, that is super stunning too!

[@billwren1113]

Nice video! One of my favorite rides !

[@jjwooze]

Wonderful pictures... as usual. Thank you for allowing us to travel with you.

[@Got2Go]

Thank you for joining the ride!

[@adventureswithjess6321]

The Skyway looks awesome!

[@Got2Go]

It is 😍

[@benamine1993]

Thank God for your healings may God the Almighty protect you from the roads,without forgeting this magnificent landscape of the county tenessé,good road dz

[@Got2Go]

Thank you so much!

[@nedkelly2677]

So sorry that the system does not allow me to give you A DOUBLE THUMB UP! Great ride that you so much for sharing.

[@Got2Go]

😂 always problems with the system! Thank you so much for joining again!

[@ericfastclip9959]

You Go Girl. Very cool ride! I live in Atlanta,Ga. I have been riding up for years. 90 miles and I'm in Clayton,Ga. Then on to Franklin,NC. Hwy 28 to Deals Gap! Tail of the Dragon!!! Ride Safe... P.S. Nice T-7 Take care.

[@Got2Go]

Thank you so much!

[@purplemongoose4887]

Both awesome roads. Cherohala is definitely more scenic. Was there for the 2nd time this summer with a bunch of folks from all over. As far as Minnesota, New Jersey, and Miami. We rented out the whole Deals Gap MC Resort for the Reliability Rally. We all bring $1000 bikes and put them through their paces for about 400 miles over a weekend. And we'll be back in July 2022.

[@BBD40]

Fun to ride tail of the dragon! I've been there twice in the last 3 years. This coming summer I'm going to the poconos. Thanks for the nice videos.

[@yorkchris10]

Bon inspiration pour la musique folk. John Denver «Country Roads».

[@Got2Go]

💃🏻

[@dahveed284]

I was just there in September. I stayed in Robinsville and rode the Dragon twice, Cherohala once, and the Blueridge Parkway from Cherokee to Asheville once. Fantastic riding out there. Hopefully I'll get to Europe some day and ride there as well.

[@edwinthompson159]

spectacular footage. nice video