You'll have a laugh-out-loud good time riding this 50-mile scenic bypass! Pass historical buildings, a stunning waterfall, and charming small towns. Take a side trip to the Creation Kingdom Zoo, or spend another day floating down the Clinch River, dancing at Carter Family Fold, or kick back in front of a cozy fire at your cabin getaway!
The high mountaintop elevations and spectacular views around every turn are the hallmarks of the Appalachian Backroads experience. Roadrunner does not disappoint. This 160-mile route over thrilling byways guides you over mountain roads, through verdant forests, and across expansive farmland.
This 76-mile backroads route takes you through Natural Tunnel State Park, the Jefferson National Forest to the Trail of the Lonesome Pine - Virginia's Official Outdoor Drama. Along the way, you'll wind through some of the most impressive valleys and their expansive views.
The valleys on the Eagle's Nest loop provided routes to early pioneers as they moved westward toward Cumberland Gap. This route winds along the Powell and Clinch Rivers through wooded backroads where eagles soar. This scenic drive is about 94 miles. Add a few miles to your trip to visit the Wilderness Road State Park and Martin's Station.
The Wilderness Road Blockhouse, located at Natural Tunnel State Park, [...]
The center is a satellite location of Natural Tunnel State [...]
