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Such a cool tide. You ride with cars unless you come when they open only to cyclers in the summer. However cars are generally moving very slow. Great way to see wildlife! We saw a black bear and turkey!

Ever wonder how old mills worked? This is your chance to find out. There's a miller on-site to do demonstrations daily at this 1886 grist mill.

This climb is a challenging road biking ascent through the Appalachian Mountains. You'll immediately begin climbing, ascending approximately 2,950 feet over about 8.2 miles to reach the Lickstone Ridge Overlook at around 5,150 feet, with a steep average gradient near 6.8% and sections hitting double digits. As you push upwards through dense forests, you'll pass through several tunnels and be rewarded with increasingly dramatic views of the surrounding mountain landscape and valleys from various overlooks, including the expansive vista from the Lickstone Ridge Overlook.

Black bear in lower right of frame. Please don't get this close! My mistake, fortunately she didn't spook.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park, particularly Cades Cove, is recognized for its stunning views, diverse flora and fauna, and large crowds. The 11-mile loop at Cades Cove (actually 9.98 miles) is closed to automobile traffic on Wednesdays during the summer to accommodate pedestrians and cyclists, including e-bikes. Expect significant crowds unless you visit at dawn.

You made it to the end, take last few memories of your lifetime achievement. Bravo

You are almost at the end of your journey, take a time and soak some more of precious clean air before hitting the civilization.

Fantastic snack spot on hot summer days. Beautiful vegetation