Routes
The Snake
Mountain City, TN
23 miles through mountain and valley terrain near Mountain City, TN with 489 curves across three mountains.
The Snake (US Route 421 and Tennessee Route 34) delivers 23 miles of continuous curves through the Cherokee National Forest near Mountain City, TN. The route climbs and descends three mountains with one valley crossing, packing 489 curves into the distance. Riders experience genuine mountain scenery with lush forests and evergreen-covered peaks. The road offers a mix of tight switchbacks and flowing sweepers, making it technical but rewarding. This ride connects Johnson County, Tennessee to Washington County, Virginia. Surface conditions are well-maintained throughout.
The Route
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- Mountain City
- Shady Valley
The Ride
489 curves packed across three mountain crossings; mix of switchbacks and sweepers
Rider Stops Near This Route
Dealers, bars and campgrounds from our atlas near this route's home base — real distances, not ads.
Campgrounds
Corn Creek Campground and Cabins
Campgrounds
R&D Campground
Campgrounds
Two Creeks Campground & RV Park
Campgrounds
Corn Creek Camp & Cabins
Campgrounds
Doe Valley Campground
Bars & Saloons
Goat Yard Grill
Campgrounds
HoneyFox Hollow
Campgrounds
Roan Creek Campground
Campgrounds
Drake's Creek Campground near Boone
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