There are many wonderful routes in the U.S. that are great destination rides for motorcyclists. The table below gives a bit of information about a few of the best rides in the country.
| Route Information | Pacific Coast Highway | Peak to Peak Highway | Blue Ridge Parkway | Tail of the Dragon | Bear Tooth Highway | Coastal Route One |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Views of the Routes | ||||||
| Route Location | Carmel to Morrow Bay: California | Golden to Estes Park: Colorado | Blue Ridge in North Carolina and Virginia | Tail of the Dragon in North Carolina and Tennessee: US-129 | Bear Tooth at Red Lodge, Montana to Yellowstone National Park | Coastal Route from Brunswick to Machias: Maine |
| Route Length | 120 Miles | 60 Miles | 469 Miles | 11 Miles | 68 Miles | 167 Miles |
| Road Characteristics | Cliff-hugging Curves | Lots of Twisties! | Sweeping Curves, 45 mph speed limit | 318 Curves in just 11 miles | Hairpins & Switchbacks; zigzags entire way | Scenic Detours, high-speed, sweeping curves |
| Scenic Vistas | Redwood forests, seals on beaches | Rocky Mountains, forests and alpine meadows | Civil War Battle sites, pastoral countryside | The Curves are the scenery! | High alpine meadows, snow-capped summits | Seaside villages and historic lighthouses |
| Tips for the Trip | Big Sur area often fogbound in summer | Watch out for moose and elk, pack hiking gear | Allow a minimum of 2 days for this ride | No trucks are allowed, but don't overdo the machisimo here | High altitude, check the weather ahead of trip | Moose can be on road, bumper to bumper traffic in summer |
| Table Information obtained from National Geographic Travel. National Geographic Travel Article | ||||||