Cherohala Skyway
43-mile National Scenic Byway from Tellico Plains, Tennessee, to Robbinsville
Looking for ridge after ridge of forested mountainside with sweeping mountain views as far as the eyes can see; abundant and unobstructed scenic overlooks around every corner; world class hiking trails, refreshing waterfalls and scenic overlooks; a road featured as one of Discovery Channel’s Top 10 Motorcycle Rides in North America Some call it the “best kept secret.” We call it The Cherohala Skyway – experience it for yourself.
The Cherohala Skyway was completed in the fall of 1996 after planning and construction for some thirty-four years. It was North Carolina’s most expensive scenic highway carrying a price tag of $100,000,000. It winds up and over 5,400 foot mountains for 18 miles in North Carolina and descends another 23 miles into the deeply forested back country of Tennessee. The road crosses through the Cherokee and Nantahala National Forests thus the name “Chero…hala”. The Skyway is becoming well known in motorcycling and sportscar circles for it’s long, sweeping corners, scenic views and cool summer breezes.
This road enthusiast’s dream connects Robbinsville, North Carolina with Tellico Plains, Tennessee. It can be desolate at night and extremely dangerous in the winter months. There are no facilities other than a couple of restrooms for the entire 41 miles so make sure you have enough gas to make the crossing. There is little evidence of civilization from views that rival or surpass any from the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Cherohala Skyway Gifts
Find your swag for all the great roads including Cherohala Skwyay, Tail of the Dragon, Moonshiner 28, Devils Triangle, Six Gap, Diamondback and more.
Summer Weather Forecasting
Tail of the Dragon, Cherohala Skyway, and Moonshiner 28 summer weather: It is typical throughout the summer months for the weather reports in the mountains of western North Carolina to call for 60% chance of thunderstorms. What this really means is there will POSSIBLY be an afternoon shower. These scattered cells are small and short lived. They occur in the period of 2 pm to 4 pm and then the sun returns quickly drying the roads. There is no need to cancel your trip here because the weather says 60% chance of thunderstorms. Many days we don't even see any rain when its predicted.
Mark your calendar’s and plan to come to The 2022 Graham County Heritage Festival.
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Another hidden gem in Tennessee.
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Welcome to Wehrloom Honey a truly bright spot in our local artisan and agricultural economy. Here you can pick up a wide variety of gifts and products including in house brewed meads.
Wehrloom's story begins with the bee man himself, Aron Wehr, who many of you may not know is also a painter. You can drop into our Artisan Gallery to check out his paintings later this afternoon. It is Aron's knowledge and understanding of the bees that is the foundation of Wehrloom which has now grown to a second location in Asheville.
It is a colorful and flavorful stop for your journey so make sure to drop on in and take something home.
We'll see you tonight in Stecoah!
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Beautiful ride in the NC and TN mountains. #triumphtiger900 #triumph #triumphtiger900gtpro #bmw1250gs #baldriverfalls #cherohalaskyway
New YouTube video is up from our latest trip (link in bio) Camping at one of our favorite little spots. Hidden Lake Campground in Tellico Plains, TN.
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Tellico River, TN - Baby Back Falls
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Come on by Wren Rock Mercantile where there's always more treasures to discover! Hope to see you soon!! #vintage #antique #reducereuserecycle #treasurehunt #fromournesttoyours #tellicoplains #historicdowntown #shopsmall #shoplocal
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2021 October, RennSport Dragon Rally,
The drivers meeting is over, ladies and gentlemen start your engines. The RennSport Dragon Rally staff is friendly and fun loving. Dr. color chip is here to help the road rash victims, with some perfectly matched touch up paint. My advice is to never follow a car with Michelin Pilot Sport 2 tires you will be sandblasted. Vroom!
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Top 10 Friday Favorites at The Marketplace, we are OPEN Friday - Sunday 10am-5pm come in & pick out your favorites. #tellicoplains #cherohalaskyway #fridayfavorites #shoplocal #giftideas #antiques
Check out: Mecca Camp Resort
New campground located on Mecca Pike (TN39) 4 miles west of Tellico Plains.
Resort has 29 large RV sites open to both pull-thru and back-in (soon to expand to 39 RV sites).
Resort also has "glamping" tents, hammock camping pods, primitive camp sites, large family pool, bathhouse and camp store.
website: https://www.meccacampresort.com/
Tel: 1-423-253-3513
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Chasing waterfalls while waiting for snow!
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💫 Mental Health Tip 💫
Laugh at waterfalls to keep from crying.
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Primo Customs representing on the Tail of the Dragon US129. Tag us if you are there and see these!!! #primocustoms #primo #primo01 #custommotorcycle #harleydavidson #canamspider #suzuki #kawasaki #honda #Yamaha #treeofshame #deals gap #killboy #Cherohala #tog #tailofthedragon #bayareariders #Floridacustom
Had some great company on our visit to Bald River Falls, good coffee and laughs, isn’t that my what’s it’s all about. If your not a hiker or can’t get out and walk to a waterfall, this is your place. Bald River Falls in fall colors!
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