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4.44 out of 5 Rider Rating 4.44
18 Reviews

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By Guest (0 McR Points) on Apr 30, 2006

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Guest
August 8, 2010
I live in Morganton, NC and I often take this…
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June 24, 2012
I've ridden this road on countless bikes. It is…
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Written Directions

Get yourself to Morganton, NC and from there its very easy ... just take route 181 north all the way to Joanas Ridge.

Scenery

Mountains, mountains, and more mountains ... GREAT mountain views from the top.

Drive Enjoyment

Just paved in 2005, beware of wet road like ice when wet ... like fly paper when dry!!! Watch for cops after 9am on weekends.

Tourism Opportunities

Great store at top gas, food, and clean restrooms.

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Guest
February 4, 2008
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Motorcycle Type : Sport - Touring
Jonas Ridge Outfiters at the top is under new Management, geared towards all motorcycle riders. They have a great little resturant and the food was excelent for $4.75.
Road was great and the temps for February were mild. This route (181) is my favorite.
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red bud
December 3, 2019
344 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Adventure Touring
great road up to the parkway
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Mark B.
May 1, 2020
262 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Touring
This is a fantastic route if you travel it from south to north. That way you are ascending into the Blue Ridge Mountains. That means you can stay on the throttle most of the way. It has many sections with slow vehicle lanes so passing is easy, even on curves because you are not crossing the double yellow. Anytime I'm in this part of NC I will include this road in my trip.
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