VA Scenic B Info/Touris Convenience Lodging
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VA Scenic B Info/Touris Convenience Lodging
MOUNTAIN MOTORCYCLE TOURING . ragon D MOUNTAIN MOTORCYCLE TOURING on the of the . D of the ragon Exploring the Beautiful Mountains and Winding Roads of Southwest Virginia MONTREAL 855 miles • DETROIT 562 miles • • • CHICAGO 659 miles • IL IN CINCINNATI 379 miles • • • I t would be a challenge for motorcycle riders to find a more beautiful driving trail than the scenic back roads of Southwest Virginia. Looping through the Blue Ridge Mountain range, The Claw of the Dragon is becoming one of the most popular destinations in the South for motorcycle enthusiasts. With the charming town of Wytheville, Virginia, as the trail’s center or hub, the trail features loops totaling over 350 miles as it ventures over to the community of Marion to the west and Galax to the east. The drive meanders through parts of seven Virginia counties but is easily accessible from Interstates 77 or 81 as a starting part. Along the way, riders have the opportunity to stop at many interesting and authentic attractions. After a heartstopping trip on the ride that follows Virginia Route 16, the two-lane ribbon over three mountains between Tazewell and Marion called Back of the Dragon, don’t miss some of the unique attractions nearby. Harkening back to the grand movie palaces of yesteryear, The Lincoln Theatre is the home of the nationally syndicated bluegrass music television series, “Song of the Mountains.” This beautiful facility is one of only three remaining Mayan Revival theaters in America. The General Francis Marion Hotel is a favorite of riders with its restaurant called The Black Rooster and a bar with 27 beer taps. Nearby, Virginia Sweetwater Distillery and Appalachian Mountain Spirits offer a unique taste of local flavor. Wolf’s Barbeque is also a hometown favorite with several other restaurants also available. Other interesting attractions include The Lincoln Theatre, Hungry Mother State Park, and the Museum of the Middle Appalachians. Next, continue on to the Wytheville area. Many people will recognize this area as the location where two interstates converge, but there’s a lot more interesting roads within the historic community. Riders will enjoy a challenging BASTIAN LOOP •Big Walker Lookout •BW Country Store GALAX LOOP •Galax Old Fiddler’s Convention (August) •The Rex Theatre - Live Music Venue •Chestnut Creek School of the Arts •Smoke on the Mountain State BBQ Championship (July) • The Doctor’s Inn (B & B) Cameron Davidson Photo CHARLESTON 126 miles • •• NASHVILLE 369 miles • • BIRMINGHAM 435 miles GREENSBORO 133 miles • COLUMBIA 228 miles SC ATLANTA 372 miles BALTIMORE 336 miles WASHINGTON, D.C. 299 miles WYTHEVILLE, VA CHARLOTTE 137 miles • • • • TN • RICHMOND 250 miles WV LOUISVILLE 365 miles KNOXVILLE 186 miles GATLINBURG 180 miles • • • . of theDragon BOSTON 732 miles PHILADELPHIA 435 miles • OH • NC • • RALEIGH 185 miles MYRTLE BEACH 359 miles CHARLESTON 341 miles SAVANNAH Funding Partners for Claw of•the Dragon include: AL 389 miles Galaxvirginia • • NEW ORLEANS 776 miles PENSACOLA 681 miles GA Galax Tourism JACKSONVILLE 517 miles • Grayson Street, Galax, VA 110 East 888-217-8823 • 276-238-8130 ORLANDO FL • 652 miles visitgalax.com Smyth County Tourism MIAMI 860 miles • to Highway 16 I-81 Exit 45 Marion 877-255-9928 • 276-646-3306 visitvirginiamountains.com e Wythevill Wytheville Convention and Visitors Bureau Intersection I-81/I-77 SW VA 877-347-8307 • 276-223-3355 visitwytheville.com MARION LOOP •Back of the Dragon •Wolf Creek Indian Village BLAND LOOP PITTSBURGH 315 miles • • PA • LEXINGTON 321 miles KY • MA NEW YORK 518 miles CLEVELAND 371 miles COLUMBUS 333 INDIANAPOLIS 431 miles BRANSON 802 miles NY TORONTO 622 miles • MI •The Lincoln Theatre • Song of the Mountains PBS TV Series •General Francis Marion (boutique hotel / restaurant) •Collins House B&B •Virginia Sweetwater Distillery •Appalachian Mountain Spirits Distillery •Wolfe’s BBQ •Hungry Mother State Park •Museum of the Middle Appalachians WYTHEVILLE LOOP •Big Walker Lookout •BW Country Store •Beagle Ridge Herb Farm •West Wind Winery •Rural Retreat Winery •Wohlfahrt Haus Dinner Theatre •1776 Log House Restaurant •Bolling Wilson Hotel (boutique hotel/restaurant/bar) •Trinkle Mansion Bed & Breakfast •New River Trail State Park ClawOfTheDragon.com ride up Big Walker Mountain. As the 16-mile scenic byway makes it way to the top, the rider is immersed in breathtaking flora and fauna of each season. At the top, take a rest at Big Walker Lookout, climb the 100 foot tower, and enjoy a snack in the country store. A variety of other local attractions such as Beagle Ridge Herb Farm, West Wind Winery, and Fort Chiswell Animal Park, offer the opportunity to enjoy some distinctive “homegrown” experiences. Wytheville’s downtown historic district allows visitors to leisurely walk the streets and discover the history that has made this a town of hospitality for over 200 hundred years. Interesting shopping, museums, and the historic flavor of the 1776 Log House Restaurant are just a few of the must-see stops along the way. An evening of music can be enjoyed at the Wohlfahrt Haus Dinner Theatre or one of several music venues nearby. Wytheville has a variety of lodging accommodations from all-suite hotels to bed & breakfasts and cabins. A historic boutique hotel will open soon in the downtown district. The newest anchor community for The Claw of the Dragon is Galax. This Virginia city is steeped in the history of music. The Galax Old Fiddler’s Convention held the second week of August each year has earned the community the distinction of the “World Capital of Old Time Mountain Music.” Festivals and special events are held at the Rex Theatre and in the downtown showcasing the area’s authentic sound. Capitalizing on the wealth of local artisans, the area is also home to the Chestnut Creek School of the Arts. A variety of classes offer a hands-on opportunity to explore an art or hone a craft with a local artist. The words “Galax” and “barbecue” are synonymous, so much so that the annual Smoke on the Mountain, Virginia State Barbecue Championship is held in downtown Galax each July. This is but a sampling of all the interesting things you can see and do as you ride The Claw of the Dragon and explore the interesting communities along the way. 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