The Highlands NC Loop is located in Western North Carolina and Northern South Carolina.
Starting in Highlands, NC, this loop is mainly located in the Nantahala National Forest and so it is almost a constant feed of twists, turns and hills. Near the start of the ride, this loop takes riders past several waterfalls including the popular Bridal Veil falls. Be sure to stop for a quick picture!
This loop includes both main roads and smaller side roads that are equally as challenging. Rounding out the fun, this loop also includes a generous portion of NC-28, ‘The Moonshiner’.
In addition to the great riding in North Carolina, this loop also dips into South Carolina for a short distance, so riders get to experience the great roads in two states!
This section of the Smokey Mountains has a huge number of amazing roads and we have created a number of great loops in this part of the country. This loop is close to the Tail of the Dragon, the Cherohala Skyway, and Smokey Mountains National Park. If you are planning an extended trip to this area, be sure to check out some of our other great routes.
Location: Western North Carolina / Northern South Carolina
Approximate Mileage: 130 miles
Estimated Riding Time: 4.5 Hours
Surface: Paved
Attractions:
BWH Stevens Cover Bridge, Sequoya Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, Dry Falls, Bust Your Butt Falls, Diamond Hole Gem Mine, Big Scenic Overlook, Cashiers Historical Landmarks, Moody Springs Oconee State Park, Russell Farmstead
Highlands NC Loop
If you are riding with a group, we ask that every person using our route for navigation purchase their own copy.
In order to encourage this, we are happy to offer a discount for group purchases. Please contact us after purchasing 1 item at full price, and we will set up a coupon code that will give everyone in your group 50% off of the same item.
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