The Cave Run & Appalachian Foothills Run (KY-32 Flemingsburg to Morehead)
A favorite local scratcher road in eastern Kentucky, KY-32 transitions rapidly from the rolling Bluegrass farmland around Flemingsburg into the steep, heavily forested knobs of the Appalachian foothills near Cave Run Lake. Features constant roller-coaster elevation crests, cambered blind corners, and technical S-bends tucked between limestone hillsides. Connects directly to Daniel Boone National Forest byways.
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A world-class, purpose-built motorcycle welcome center marking the northern terminus of VA-16 ('Back of the Dragon' - 32 miles and 438 curves over 3 mountain passes). Exudes celebration and triumph as riders gather on the turf courtyard to compare chicken strips and sip craft pints around fire pits.
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How many curves and miles is The Cave Run & Appalachian Foothills Run (KY-32 Flemingsburg to Morehead)? ▼
The Cave Run & Appalachian Foothills Run (KY-32 Flemingsburg to Morehead) spans 29 miles and packs approximately 130 curves (4.5 curves per mile) with an elevation delta of 720 ft - 1,280 ft and technical rating 7.0/10.
Where are the start and end coordinates? ▼
The route starts at Flemingsburg, KY (Latitude 38.4237, Longitude -83.7332) and finishes at Morehead / Cave Run Lake, KY (Latitude 38.184, Longitude -83.4332).
How can I download the GPX file for GPS navigation? ▼
Click the "Download Free GPX" button on this guide. The standard XML file is 100% free and ready to load into Garmin zūmo, BMW Motorrad Connected, Rever, Scenic, or Google Maps.