The crookedest dad-burned road in the Appalachians has a good excuse @TheGeoModels
The crookedest dad-burned road in the Appalachians has a good excuse  @TheGeoModels
Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 4 days ago
The "Tail of the Dragon" on US 129 in the Great Smoky Mountains might be the most outrageous curving stretch of road on the east coast. It 318 curves in 11 miles, making it a popular motor sports destination because it doesn't have any driveways over that distance to interrupt your ride. The road is a reflection of the unique landscape that it is built through. This video talks about what makes this particular part of the Smokies different from the higher peaks and why the road is so crazy.
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