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Summer is here, which for some means vacation, for others means family road trips, and for a select few means exploring some of the most beautiful roads their country has to offer from the comfort of their motorcycle.
Here are a few of the most scenic motorcycle rides in the United States:
Route Name: Route 50
Location: The George Washington Highway, West Virginia
Description: There’s plenty to explore on Route 50, and from mountains to rivers to roads that twist and turn, it’s no surprise that this ride ranks as one of the best in the U.S.
Route Name: Needles Highway
Location: Black Hills, South Dakota
Description: With stunning scenery and the possibility of running into wildlife, many say that this road was made for motorcycles.
Route Name: Tail of the Dragon
Location: Deal’s Gap, North Carolina
Description: Bordering part of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, this road is 11 miles and full of curves (318 to be exact).
Route Name: Blue Ridge Parkway
Location: Parts of Virginia and North Carolina
Description: This road will traipse you through the beautiful Virginia countryside, which is filled with historical sites, as well as plenty of beautiful mountain overlooks.
Route Name: Beartooth Pass
Location: Wyoming
Description: With roads that dip and dive, and guardrails that are often non-existent, this one’s for the brave adventurers. The adrenaline rush won’t be the only part about this ride that takes your breath away, as the scenic mountains, forests, rivers, and rocks are all equally breathtaking.
Route Name: San Juan Mountain Skyway
Location: Colorado
Description: This loop will take you by river valleys, hot springs, red rock canyons, majestic mountain peaks, and so much more. Plus, take a break at the local historic mining towns and national parks.
Route Name: Tunnel of Trees Road
Location: Michigan
Description: The name says it all. This road is quite literally a tunnel of trees, home to some of the greatest forest scenery in the country. Explore Lake Michigan and Harbor Springs, and for a real treat, visit in the fall when the leaves are changing!
Route Name: Cherohala Skyway
Location: Tennessee
Description: This ride is for the motorcyclist who loves the outdoors. In an area known for their fishing and waterways, this ride passes through untouched landscapes and will transport you from the stresses of the modern world.
Route Name: Arkansas Pig Trail
Location: Arkansas
Description: The Arkansas Pig Trail leads you through the rocky Boston Mountains, which are part of the Ozarks. This is one of the most versatile of the rides, offering straightaways, dips, curves, and steep drop-offs, where the cliffs feel just in arms reach.
Route Name: The Three Sisters
Location: Texas
Description: Also known as “The Twisted Sisters,” this ride is anything but flat. It’s 131 miles of clear rivers, mountain curves, and plenty of opportunities to fish and explore.
Have you tried any of these motorcycle rides? We’ll leave the adventures to you, and you can leave the insurance to us. Contact us today to make sure your motorcycle is properly insured before you hit the road. And for more information on the top rides in the United States, click here.