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4.52 out of 5 Rider Rating 4.52
31 Reviews

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By patches_mcmatt (18 McR Points) on Apr 08, 2013

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SamZzz
April 20, 2018
Local Tip: I live down below the Parkway and…
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Graybush
March 23, 2014
A great, fun road that's also a nice shortcut…
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Written Directions

Begin in Walland, TN where Foothills Parkway meets US 321 and travel South-West along the Parkway to US 129 (of Tail of The Dragon fame).

Scenery

Several pull-offs for sight-seeing along the Parkway offering views of the Great Smoky Mountains on one side and portions of the Tennessee Valley on the other.

Drive Enjoyment

Road quality is good. Some small patchwork areas, but nothing that should cause any major hazards. Several sweeping turns and a few sharp ones along the way.

Tourism Opportunities

No amenities along the Parkway or at the US 129 end. Stop for fuel and food in either Maryville or Walland before getting on the Parkway.
 

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Rainroad
July 4, 2016
0 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Sport - Touring
Great day ride. Travel from 129 via FH Parkway then right to Townsend. On the return trip you can exit the Parkway and take a narrow curvey road to the "Top of the World" area and find your way through Happy Valley back to 129. This is a great area to explore. Your GPS may run short of GPS signal in some areas though.
Enjoy, Be safe.
Pete
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WingWanders
June 25, 2020
595 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Touring
Many road maps still do not have this listed. It is close to being finished and you can drive up to the Cades Cove entrance to GSNP. Didn't want the traffic of Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge. Nice sweeping curves and a few pullouts for vistas. Enjoyable
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Boomer501
April 2, 2015
8 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Other
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