TN Johnson City Shamrock Tour

Overview

Whether you love carving the twisty roads or cruising the open highway, the Johnson City area is for you! Located near some of the best motorcycling roads in the U.S., Johnson City is a fantastic option for a riding getaway. The town’s nightlife will keep you entertained once you park for the evening, with plenty of great restaurants and bars to choose from. There are a variety of hiking trails, waterfalls, and overlooks that you can ride to.

Roads & Biking

There is truly a variety of tarmac for you to explore in this area. To the west, you’ll find more open spaces with long stretches of highway, and to the east you’ll find tighter roads with more twists and turns. Road conditions are generally good, but keep an eye on gravel driveway washouts and vehicles turning around blind corners. There is one short stretch (about a mile) of gravel road to get to the Roan High Bluff Cloudland Trail, but it is easy and doable on any type of motorcycle.

Resources

Johnson City Tourism  www.visitjohnsoncitytn.com

Tennessee Trails & Byways  www.tnvacation.com/trails-byways

Southern Dozen

www.southerndozen.com

Roan Mountain State Park  www.tnstateparks.com/parks/roan-mountain

Tennessee River Valley  www.tennesseerivervalleygeotourism.org

North Carolina Tourism

www.visitnc.com