It is a rite of passage before you drive and helps you to remember the road can be dangerous if you do not drive properly and safely.ġ0 Tips for Safely Riding the Tail of The Dragon All parts are signed and dated and placed on the tree by the staff of the Tail of the Dragon store. The tree is covered in parts of vehicles bitten by the dragon.
Set up in the 80s by a group of bikers as a tribute to those who have lost their lives on the dragon. Read our guide to help plan your ride on the Tail of the Dragon!īefore you slay the dragon, stop by and pay your respects to the Tree of the Shame. Not to mention the sharp turns, steep cliffs, and various slopes come together to make up a dream ride for any car enthusiast. It is just about you, your hands on the wheel and rubber on the asphalt. There are no driveways, intersections, businesses, or distractions other than the surrounding views of nature and wildlife. This stretch of road boasts 318 turns, lending to its name the Tail of the Dragon. Beginning in Deals Gap, North Carolina, just before the Tennessee border along US 129, this road is famous among car and motorcycle enthusiasts. Come ride the Tail of the Dragon slumbering in the Great Smoky Mountains.
