April views of motorcycle rides near the Smoky Mountains

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By mid April spring is coming on strong in the Blue Ridge Mountains. The electric green leaf shoots are exploding on the trees. The first purple and white flowers are showing on the wild dogwood and cherry trees along the roadsides.

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The Dragon

While you can expect chilly weather early in the month, you'll also start getting days that reach the 70's. It's still jacket and gloves weather for the most part, especially in the morning. By afternoon it can be quite comfortable.

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Tennessee Foothills Parkway

Motorcycle friendly businesses are open by April and eager to see you. Events and rallys have started. It's early in the tourist season, easy to find rooms, lodging , and campsites.

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While things are greening up at the lower elevations, the trees at the mountain tops will still be bare. The high country lags several weeks behind the valleys. 

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US 19 / 74 - Nantahala Gorge

Come on up to the Smoky Mountains and enjoy the early riding. It's a relaxing easy time for motorcycle touring and exploring some new roads. 

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The Rattler

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