Tail of the Dragon - Paddock Pal

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Tail of the Dragon, officially known as Deals Gap is a mountain pass along the North Carolina–Tennessee state line, bordering the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and near the Little Tennessee River. Deals Gap is a popular and internationally famous destination for motorcycle and sports car enthusiasts, as it is along a stretch of two-lane road known since 1981 as “The Dragon” and the "Tail of the Dragon". The 11-mile (18 km) stretch of the Dragon in Tennessee is said to have 318 curves. - Learn more on: Wikipedia

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High: 84 °F | Low: 62 °F
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Today: Patchy fog before 9am, then isolated rain showers between 3pm and 4pm, then scattered showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 84. South wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. - Tonight: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely between 8pm and 9pm, then patchy fog and showers and thunderstorms likely between 9pm and 1am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 1am and 3am, then patchy fog and a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a low around 62. West wind 0 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

About this Venue

Deals Gap has several start/stop locations, below we've listed some alternatives to the "classic start point" for the Route.

Moonshiner 28 (intersection of US129 & NC28 one mile south of the TN/NC state line) [35.466715,-83.920251]
Search for the intersection of US129 and NC28.
Devils Triangle search for cities: Oliver Springs, TN, or Petros, TN [36.0472, -84.346683]
Six Gap North Georgia (north end US129 & GA180) search for Suches, GA [34.77185, -83.914183]
Diamondback226 (Blue Ridge Parkwy) search for Little Switzerland, NC [35.8492682,-82.160434]
The Gambler NC209 search for Hot Springs, NC [35.6877653,-83.699616]

GPS'able Address
17555 Tapoco Road
Robbinsville, NC 28771

Amenities

Camping Details

There are campsites throughout the Dragon, however the most popular venues for camping are located/operated by the Nantahala National Forest - please check their website for additional details. Here are some of the highlights:

Several Campgrounds: Cable Cove, Cheoah Point, Hanging Dog, Horse Cove, Jackrabbit Mountain, Standing Indian, Tsali, and Van Hook Glade.
Rate: range from $15 - $40 per day depending on the Campground you choose
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): range from 14 to 81 depending on the Campground you choose.
Most Campgrounds have RV: Hookups, Pull Throughs, Waste Station and Parking Aprons. Check website for specific Campground details.
Most Campgrounds have BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES: Vaults, Flush Toilets, Hot Showers. Check website for specific Campgrounds details.

Closest Auto Parts Store

Wheelers Performance - 2035 Tapoco Rd, Robbinsville, North Carolina 28771, United States
H&H Towing & Recovery - 1519 E Broadway Ave, Maryville, Tennessee 37804, United States

Best places to get Fuel

Race with the Best - 17548 US-129, Robbinsville, North Carolina 28771, United States

NOTE: There is only one Gas Station in the vicinity; The Dragon splits off into supporting roads like the Moonshiner 58, Diamondback 228, and others, and there are some stations at the end of those routes. However, at the Dragon there is only 1. There is a gift shop across from the gas station and there is a motel attached to the gas station. Be sure to fill up before getting there, or at "Race with the Best" before you start your journey.

Best places to stay (Lodging)

Fontana Village Resort & Marina - 300 Woods Rd, Fontana Dam, North Carolina 28733, United States
Dragon's Rest Cabins - 157 Tallulah Cartway, Robbinsville, North Carolina 28771, United States
Iron Horse Motorcycle Lodge - 1755 Lower Stecoah Rd, Robbinsville, North Carolina 28771, United States
Dock Holiday House - 434 Thunderbird Trail, Robbinsville, North Carolina 28771, United States
Quality Inn & Suites Robbinsville - 111 Rodney Orr Byp, Robbinsville, North Carolina 28771, United States
Highland Manor Inn - 7766 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Townsend, Tennessee 37882, United States
Mountain Manor Hotel - 140 Ford St, Robbinsville, North Carolina 28771, United States
San-Ran Motel - 253 Rodney Orr Byp, Robbinsville, North Carolina 28771, United States
Luxbury Inn & Suites - 805 Foothills Mall Dr, Maryville, Tennessee 37801, United States
Sleep Inn Bryson City - 500 Veterans Blvd, Bryson City, North Carolina 28713, United States
Rivers Edge Treehouses - 195 Old Highway 129, Robbinsville, North Carolina 28771, United States
Hog Hollow Retreat - 468 Old Yellow Branch Rd, Robbinsville, North Carolina 28771, United States
Blue Waters Mountain Lodge - 292 Pine Ridge Rd, Robbinsville, North Carolina 28771, United States
Simple Life Retreat - 88 Lower Mountain Creek Rd, Robbinsville, North Carolina 28771, United States
Snowbird Mountain Lodge - 4633 Santeetlah Rd, Robbinsville, North Carolina 28771, United States
Mountain Lake House - 1985 E Buffalo Circle, Robbinsville, North Carolina 28771, United States
Happy Valley Chalet - 7251 Happy Valley Rd, Tallassee, Tennessee 37878, United States
Grand Vista Hotels & Suites - 117 Grand Vista Dr, Vonore, Tennessee 37885, United States
Eagles Landing - 88 Lower Mountain Creek Rd, Robbinsville, North Carolina 28771, United States
Cherohala Skyway Cabins - 226 Davis Rd, Tellico Plains, Tennessee 37385, United States
Dragon Pit Inn & BBQ - 4407 Calderwood Hwy, Maryville, Tennessee 37801, United States

Best places to eat (Food)

The Hub - 664 Rodney Orr Byp, Robbinsville, North Carolina 28771, United States
Lynn's Place - 237 E Main St, Robbinsville, North Carolina 28771, United States
Willow Tree Restaurant & Catering - 302 Ford St, Robbinsville, North Carolina 28771, United States
T.Dubbs - 448 Rodney Orr Byp, Robbinsville, North Carolina 28771, United States
Tapoco Tavern - 14981 Tapoco Rd, Robbinsville, North Carolina 28771, United States
Iron Works Grille & Pub - 1641 Cherohala Skyway, Tellico Plains, Tennessee 37385, United States

Things to do in the Area (If you have extra time)

Hiking or Camping in the Nantahala National Forest

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