Motorcycle Roads in Kentucky
"The Bluegrass State is a great state for offering motorcycle riders multiple scenic environments from which to explore. The bluegrass area with its thoroughbred horse farms, abundant caves and cavern regions; the Kentucky Appalachian mountains, the northern Kentucky river region, and the southern and western water-land regions. Kentucky (KY) is also the home of the world famous Kentucky Derby and historical sites related to the home of Lincoln, Daniel Boone, as well as key historical points on the Underground Railroad and the Trail of Tears.
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Best Rated Motorcycle Roads & Rides
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Color Key: top-5 ranked routes in the state
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If one wanted to see proper horse country in Lexington, KY one has to travel no further. Russell Cave Road is the "driveway" to some of the most expansive and highest end horse stables in the area…
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Route makes multiple climbs with frequent views of the valleys. Much of the ride is along rivers and lunch is beside rapids of river in Kingsport.
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Much of this area was obscured by trees and I was very focused on the road, however, I did notice some arches and very nice views pop out when there was a break in the trees. It is rural Kentucky…
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In addition to the twists and turns, visitors will observe a couple of waterways through the Daniel Boone National Forest: Kentucky River at Bee Rock as well as Buck Creek. Visitors can expect to…
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The route provides a mix of scenery from open farmland and pastures to dense woods providing a "tunnel of trees", passing by numerous farms and rural homes.
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Rode this route aggressively, so not much time to absorb the scenery. Rolling hills, some riding along ledges for good panoramic views; nice farm land
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The route starts off crossing the Ohio River, then on through the rolling hills of western Kentucky south of the Ohio. The route mostly travels past open farm fields, with the occasional stand of…
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The route goes through the rolling hills of eastern Kentucky, traveling past open farm fields with the occasional stand of trees.
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The route goes through the rolling hills of western Kentucky, just south of the Ohio River. It travels through mostly open farm fields with occasional stands of trees, while passing through some…
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The route travels from the Mississippi River through the lowlands of western Kentucky. The route is mostly tree-lined, providing flowering trees in the spring, shade in the summer and good fall…
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This was my first trip on my cruiser. Clarksville is nto that great, and neither is Oak Grove. But once you pass over the interstate you come into Kentucky farm country. Just miles and miles of farm…
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Lots of tree canopy over the road. Many hills and curves. Excellent viewpoint approximately 3 miles into Marion County on SR 527. Nice place to stop for a break. Very small parking area but…
