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See Maine’s Beautiful (but Santa-less) Coast in Christmas Cove

If you’re looking to ride your motorcycle somewhere with bunches of mistletoe, caroling, and hot chocolate… Well, you’ll have to look elsewhere. Despite its name, Christmas Cove, ME, has nothing to do with the holiday season. It’s named so simply because English explorer John Smith first happened

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From Hardware to Music—Bluegrass at Bellamy

Bluegrass music is all about celebrating the history and folk traditions of the Appalachian region where it was born (in addition to the nice tunes, that is). While the music sounds good over the stereo, the experience gets a whole lot better if you go catch a concert at a

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Everything in One Place—Athens, OH

Athens is your gateway to a whole bunch of excellent riding roads. No, not the Greek capital—we’re talking about Athens, OH. This welcoming city sits on the Hocking River in southeastern Ohio, some 20 miles from the West Virginia border. Athens, named after the ancient Greek city, is

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Solve the Supernatural Mysteries of Spook Hill

Florida is internationally famous for… Unusual activities, shall we say. There’s a place in the Sunshine State, however, where motorcyclists can have a real run-in with the supernatural. Or so it would seem, at least.  We’re talking about Spook Hill, where an unnatural force takes control of your

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The Safest Haunted Town in America—Sleepy Hollow, NY

You’re walking through town in the dead of night when you hear a sound, as if an engine revving in the distance. You look down the road and there, on top of a hill against the pale full moon, you see a motorcycle popping a wheelie. But to your

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Learn the German History of Franken’s Rock—Frankenstein, MO

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Beware the Boogeymen of Boogertown, NC

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Wild West’s Illegal Den of Sin—Deadwood, SD

Many old Wild West towns had a—shall we say—seedy reputation. But you’d be hard-pressed to find a more wretched hive of scum and villainy as Deadwood, SD. The city’s outlaw status began immediately with its founding in the mid-1870s. Deadwood was an illegal town. It was

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Ride to the End of the World—Centralia, PA

Have you ever wondered what Earth will look like once 99.9% of humanity is gone? Motoring to Centralia, PA, will give you an ominous taste of the end of the world. I can’t rightly call Centralia a ghost town because it has residents—a whopping five stubborn souls

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In the Middle of Middle Tennessee—Watertown, TN

Middle Tennessee is known for its rich history, unique cedar groves, and—of course—Nashville the Music City. Watertown, TN, is a charming little burg that gives you easy access to all of this and more astride your motorcycle. Watertown is located along US 70, merely 10 miles from Lebanon

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In Pursuit of Wildness: Pinnacles National Park

Once upon a time, it was called Pinnacles National Monument, but today it is America’s newest national park. That’s where this story begins. Graduating from San Jose State, getting married, and landing my first permanent job with the National Park Service all within one week was a miracle.

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Cowboy Dinner Tree: More Than a Restaurant

There are many kinds of motorcycling destinations that we cover at RoadRUNNER, from specific roads to charming town and beautiful natural monuments. What we don’t typically cover is individual restaurants. Of course, you can always find an exception. Cowboy Dinner Tree is one of those because it’s more

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The City of Plenty—Boston, MA

Any motorcyclist with even a passing interest in American history should have Boston on their list of riding destinations. The city boasts the whole package—it’s steeped in history, has plenty of options for entertainment, and is near some fantastic roads to ride. Settled in 1625 and founded in

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The Little Alien Town—Rachel, NV

What would you expect to find in the remote desert of Nevada? Perhaps sand, stones, and shrubs—with a little green man peeking out from between them. That’s what might await you in the tiny town of Rachel, one of the country’s UFO capitals. Just for the record,

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Drop Your Kickstand in Billings, MT

Montana sits atop every motorcyclist's bucket list of destinations with its vast, scenic terrain from Rocky Mountain peaks to sandstone bluffs. The picture-perfect routes winding their way through Big Sky Country are incentive enough to prioritize visiting Montana, but spending time between rides in the state’s largest

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Explore the Desert at Joshua Tree National Park

Joshua Tree National Park sits in southeastern California, roughly two and a half hours from the bustle of Los Angeles. Motorcyclists looking to escape from the metropolis to the rugged beauty of the high desert can’t do much better than point their front wheels to Joshua Tree. And there’

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The Living Ghost Town—Austin, NV

US 50, cutting through the desert of Nevada, is often called the loneliest road in America. The title is well-deserved, with the road stretching on for long miles with no sight of civilization. Yet, you will encounter small but welcoming hamlets along this lonesome ride. One of them is Austin,

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5 Reasons You Should Ride to Bloomington, IN

Nestled in the heart of the Hoosier State, Bloomington beckons motorcycle travelers with its enchanting blend of natural beauty, vibrant culture, and winding roads that promise an exhilarating ride through the heartland. This area is more than just Indiana University. Here are five great reasons why you should head out

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The City with Everything—Arlington, TX

Big cities aren’t typically motorcyclists' first choices for riding destinations. There’s an exception for everything, though, and in Texas, that’s Arlington. Sitting almost smack-dab in the middle between Fort Worth and Dallas, this city of nearly 400,000 residents forms a crucial part of the Dallas-Fort

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An Authentic Wild West Mine Town—Virginia City, NV

You’re riding through the Nevada desert under the blazing sun when suddenly you spot a sign welcoming you to Virginia. Don’t worry, you haven’t managed to magically transport yourself to the East Coast—note that word “City” on the sign. You may find yourself transported back to

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Ride in Luxury on the Millionaires’ Mile—Hillsboro Beach, FL

Seaside views, balmy weather, swanky mansions, opulent condominiums, five-star hotels, immaculately groomed greenery… It sure is nice to live like the rich and famous. Most of us can’t (or even want) to afford such luxuries. But we can all ride through them at Hillsboro Beach, FL—otherwise known as

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Destination: Lynchburg, TN

Riding south from Nashville, TN, takes you through some of the most picturesque green rolling hills on this side of the Mississippi. Before long, you’ll find yourself in Lynchburg, one of the region’s cute small towns that makes for a perfect lunch stop while riding. While it may

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The Wickedest Town in the West—Jerome, AZ

Motorcyclists riding into Jerome, AZ, can expect this small, charming mountain town to get the good times rolling as soon as you arrive. Had your visit taken place some 120 years earlier, though, you may not have received such a warm welcome. At the time, Jerome had the dubious honor

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Tennessee’s Oldest Town—Jonesborough

It’s pop quiz time! If you heard the name “Jonesborough,” how would you spell it? Whether you’d go for “Jonesborough” or “Jonesboro,” you’d be correct either way. The town has been officially known by both names over the years. And there are quite a few of those

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Where the Trek Begins—Riverside, IA

Exploration and discovery are among the biggest drivers that drag motorcyclists to the road. There’s just something about finding a new place you’ve never seen before, especially if you found it by accident. Riverside, IA, is a small city famous for being the birthplace of a great explorer—