Blowing Rock N.C. ??
Blowing Rock N.C. ??
I read on the AARP site that this place was on the top 7 list of great motorcycle rides. I was wondering if anyone here has "been there, done that" and wouldn't mind sharing their experience, good or bad. I would definitely appreciate it...
http://www.aarp.org/travel/destinati...eat-rides.html
http://www.aarp.org/travel/destinati...eat-rides.html
I have spent the night there while riding the parkway,nice little place and a nice Bar b q joint that was the hot spot in town..The following morning I ran across a Bear first thing on the parkway..
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I read on the AARP site that this place was on the top 7 list of great motorcycle rides. I was wondering if anyone here has "been there, done that" and wouldn't mind sharing their experience, good or bad. I would definitely appreciate it...
http://www.aarp.org/travel/destinati...eat-rides.html
http://www.aarp.org/travel/destinati...eat-rides.html
Tourer
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From: Grays Creek, NC
That article listed Blowing Rock as a start point to ride to Grandfather Mountain.
The better ride would be Athens to Cherokee then BRP to 221 to Grandfather Mt. The better part of the BRP, IMHO, is west of Blowing Rock.
The better ride would be Athens to Cherokee then BRP to 221 to Grandfather Mt. The better part of the BRP, IMHO, is west of Blowing Rock.
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From: Murfreesboro, TN
If you've got some time, head west on the parkway to Little Switzerland and check out the "Rattlesnake." It's a short loop of RT226A and RT226 but it is fun nonetheless. The Alpine Inn has a great view of the valley as it is built on stilts on the side of the mountain. There are 3 or 4 inns or motels in the area. I have not stayed at any of them as I was just passing thru. Enjoy the BRP.
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Road Captain
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From: Louisville, KY
Oh my...haven't thought about Blowing Rock in 20+ years. Wonder if she is still a waitress, wonder if she is still in town. Ahhh, memories. Thanks Fordhd
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From: Shelby, N.C.
Wouldn't be my first choice of a place to stay. I usually pass thru much like Lake Lure and Chimmey Rock, they are never the destination. Like another posted, lots of road construction on 321. The BPR is awesome going south from Blowing Rock.