Wayah Road & Nantahala Lake Secret Pass (SR-1310)
Widely regarded by seasoned Appalachian motovloggers as more satisfying than the Tail of the Dragon due to its natural rhythm, lack of commercial police presence, and dramatic elevation variance. Follows boulder-choked Wayah Creek past cascading rapids, climbs to secluded Nantahala Lake at 3,000 ft, and plunges down hairpins into the Nantahala River Gorge.
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Beloved, unvarnished Appalachian country diner on Robbinsville's historic courthouse square. The antidote to tourist traps, where locals, loggers, and road-weary motorcyclists mingle over steaming plates of comfort food. Warm mountain hospitality that treats two-wheeled travelers like family.
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How many curves and miles is Wayah Road & Nantahala Lake Secret Pass (SR-1310)? ▼
Wayah Road & Nantahala Lake Secret Pass (SR-1310) spans 28 miles and packs approximately 190 curves (6.8 curves per mile) with an elevation delta of 1,980 ft - 3,550 ft (Wayah Crest) and technical rating 8.5/10.
Where are the start and end coordinates? ▼
The route starts at Franklin Mountain Depot, NC (Latitude 35.1823, Longitude -83.3815) and finishes at Nantahala River Gorge / US-19, NC (Latitude 35.3214, Longitude -83.5852).
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