The Roads
Legendary Routes
These are the roads that made the Blue Ridge Gathering. From the Dragon's 318 curves to the Skyway's mountain vistas — this is why we come back every year.
Tail of the Dragon
US-129 at Deal's Gap
The most famous driving road in America. 318 curves packed into 11 miles of pure driving bliss through the Great Smoky Mountains. This is the signature BRG drive — the reason many of us fell in love with these mountains.
11 miles
Distance
30–45 min
Duration
318
Curves
1,900 ft
Elevation
Expert
Difficulty
Highlights
- ★318 curves in 11 miles — no driveways, no intersections
- ★Featured in countless car magazines and shows
- ★Dragon's official calendar lists BRG every year
- ★Deals Gap Motorcycle Resort at the start
- ★Killboy and other photographers capture your runs
Safety Tips
- Bleed your brakes and add fresh brake fluid before the run
- Check tire pressure and tread depth
- Ensure lug nuts are properly torqued
- Stay in your lane — oncoming traffic includes bikes and trucks
- Don't chase faster cars — drive YOUR pace
- Pull off at designated pulloffs, never on the road
Be Prepared
Pre-Drive Checklist
Every BRG veteran knows: prep the car before you prep the playlist
Fresh brake fluid — bleed those lines
Check brake pads and rotors
Proper tire pressure and tread depth
Lug nuts torqued to spec
All fluids topped off (coolant, oil, power steering)
Emergency kit: flashlight, first aid, phone charger
Full tank of gas before heading out
Know your car's limits — and yours