Yamacraw Arrowhead Trail

06/25/2023

05/21/2023

Come on up or down to the Freedom Ridge Welcome Center!!

05/13/2023

Congratulations to Erik Hubbard of Backroads of Appalachia in Lynch, KY!Backroads of Appalachia is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization with a passion for the A...

03/21/2023

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02/24/2023

02/20/2023

As the Backroads of Appalachia team revs up their engines and hits the winding roads of their beloved region, they know that their mission is clear: to promote Motorsport tourism and encourage visitors to explore all that Central Appalachia has to offer.

To achieve this goal, the team takes their message to the places where motorcycle enthusiasts gather. From local rallies to major events like Daytona Bike Week, they set up booths, hand out flyers, and talk to people one-on-one, sharing their passion for the region and encouraging visitors to support local businesses.

But attending these events isn't without its challenges. The cost of lodging, transportation, and other expenses can take a toll on the team's finances, and they rely on the support of the counties and cities they represent to make these trips possible.

Despite these obstacles, our team remains committed to their cause. They know that promoting Central Appalachia is worth the effort, as it can bring in much-needed tourism dollars and support local communities. Plus, we truly believe that the region is a hidden gem, with stunning natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and exciting outdoor activities that are just waiting to be discovered.

So the next time you see the Backroads of Appalachia team at a motorcycle event, be sure to stop by and say hello. You might just discover your next great travel destination – and help support a worthy cause in the process. And if you're a resident of the counties we represent, consider giving them a call and showing your support for funding our endeavors. After all, it takes a village to promote a region, and the Backroads of Appalachia team is grateful for all the help they can get.

02/01/2023

11/22/2022

Congressman Rogers Applauds a $1 Million ARC Grant for Backroads of Appalachia Nov 21 2022 WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Rep. Harold "Hal" Rogers (KY-05) applauds Backroads of Appalachia for earning a $1 million competitive grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) to promote tourism through ...

10/21/2022

10/17/2022

Ride along Old Fidelity Road next to Rock Creek, a beautiful stream with magnificent boulders, ripples, glides, and pools. Enjoy the natural setting and beauty as peddle along, Rock Creek is both a Blue Ribbon Trout Stream, a Kentucky Wild River and is in the Daniel Boone National Forest.

The Rock Creek Bike Trail offers an easy 8 mile trip to Bell Farm. From White Oak Junction to Bell Farm and back (total of 16 miles) can be done at a casual pace in about 2 hours. However, you may want to extend your time and carry along a picnic basket, fishing pole, and swimwear so that you can enjoy all that this stream and its beautiful surrounding offer.

www.mccrearytourism.com

10/17/2022

We are just 2 days away from Thunder Beach 2022 with Indian Motorcycles of Panama City Beach and Born to Ride Magazine Southeast!
If your attending the Rally do not forget to stop by and see our booth and display at Indian Motorcycles of PCB, meet our volunteer rally team, and register for your chance to win one of our custom barrel tops donated courtesy of our friend Marty Jordon and ”Written in Stone”. Also stay tuned right here on our page for live coverage of Thunder Beach 2022 starting Wednesday October 19th at 9:00am!

Let’s Rally Appalachia!

10/13/2022

It is a true honor for us here at Backroads of Appalachia to present this new trail route to the public for a true American and Appalachian Hero. Lance Corporal Joe C Paul, USMC, Vietnam, Medal of Honor Recipient.

Joe C. Paul Medal of Honor Trail
This 13.3-mile trail route is our only route dedicated to a Medal Of Honor Recipient. Lance Corporal Joe Calvin Paul was born on April 23, 1946, in Williamsburg, Kentucky. He grew up in the Nevisdale/Gatliff coal community that this trail route takes you through were he graduated from grammar school and spent most of his life. After attending high school for one year, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps on April 26, 1963, in Dayton, Ohio, shortly after his seventeenth birthday. On August 18, 1965, while serving as a fire team leader with Company H 2nd Battalion, 4th Marines, 3rd Marine Division. LCpl Paul placed himself between his wounded comrades and the enemy. He delivered effective suppressive fire to divert the Viet Cong long enough to allow the casualties to be evacuated. He fought in this exposed position until he was mortally wounded. He succumbed to his wounds the next day, August 19, 1965. Lance Corporal Joe Calvin Paul was awarded the Medal of Honor on February 7, 1967, and a Navy ship is named in his honor, The USS Paul FF-1080. A portion of Kentucky 92 is also named in his honor and a historical marker located on the grounds of the old Whitley County Courthouse on Main Street in Williamsburg, Kentucky. Join us in honoring one of Eastern Kentucky and Appalachia's True American Heroes, Lance Corporal Joe C. Paul.

10/10/2022

Alum Ford Campground is located in the Kentucky portion of Big South Fork seven miles west of Whitley City, Kentucky at the end of Highway 700. The campground consists of six campsites each with picnic table and fire ring. Pit toilets are available, but no drinking water.

The campground is located adjacent to the Alum Ford Boat Launch, providing access for motorized boats to this remote section of Lake Cumberland. The Sheltowee Trace National Recreational Trail also passes through the campground. The Sheltowee Trace is a 260-mile back country trail through Daniel Boone National Forest, Big South Fork NRRA, and Natural Bridge, Cumberland Falls, & Pickett State Parks in Kentucky and Tennessee.

https://www.nps.gov/biso/planyourvisit/alumfordcampground.htm