Take a peaceful 8-mile drive along U.S. Route 321 from Wears Valley to Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. This short Smoky Mountains route pairs stunning views and mountain charm with easy access to Pigeon Forge’s lively attractions.
🌲 Forest
Journey through America’s wooded corridors with the Forest tag—featuring routes surrounded by dense trees, state forests, and national park lands.
The 🌲 Forest tag highlights routes that pass through densely wooded areas, national forests, or timber-rich landscapes. These drives are often characterized by towering trees, shaded corridors, and a sense of immersion in nature. Whether it’s a winding mountain road lined with evergreens or a backcountry highway flanked by deciduous woods, the forested environment defines the scenery.
These routes are especially vibrant in autumn, when foliage changes color, or in the spring and summer, when greenery is at its peak. Wildlife sightings, hiking trail access, and picnic areas are common features along many forest-tagged segments.
Routes Tagged: 🌲 Forest
U.S. Route 129: Deals Gap to Tallassee ~ Tail of the Dragon – NC/TN
Cruise the legendary Tail of the Dragon on U.S. Route 129 from Deals Gap to Tallassee — a 15-mile thrill ride through the Smoky Mountains featuring 318 famous curves, forest tunnels, and breathtaking mountain views.
Foothills Parkway: Wears Valley to Tallassee – Tennessee
Take in 32 miles of tranquil mountain scenery along the Foothills Parkway from Wears Valley to Tallassee. Enjoy sweeping overlooks, seasonal colors, and a leisurely drive through Tennessee’s beautiful Smoky Mountain foothills.
U.S. Route 321: Pigeon Forge to Wears Valley – Tennessee
Cruise 8 miles along U.S. Route 321 from Pigeon Forge to Wears Valley, Tennessee, where lively roadside attractions give way to serene Smoky Mountain scenery, rustic cabins, and open valley views—perfect for a quick scenic drive or a gateway to deeper adventures.
U.S. Route 321: Cosby to Gatlinburg – Tennessee
Explore the scenic 15-mile drive along U.S. Route 321 from Cosby to Gatlinburg, Tennessee. This route winds through rural farmland, forested hills, and into the bustling heart of the Smokies, offering a perfect mix of mountain scenery and local attractions.
Foothills Parkway: Interstate 40 to Cosby – Tennessee
Experience the stunning Foothills Parkway from Interstate 40 to Cosby, Tennessee — a 6-mile scenic drive offering breathtaking Smoky Mountain views, peaceful forest pull-offs, and easy access to quiet trails and hidden waterfalls near Cosby.
Interstate 40: U.S. Route 276 to Cosby – Tennessee
Cruise 28 miles west along Interstate 40 from U.S. Route 276 to Cosby, Tennessee. Experience breathtaking mountain views, the dramatic Pigeon River Gorge, historic tunnels, whitewater adventures in Hartford, and peaceful access to the Smokies at Cosby.
U.S. Route 276: Maggie Valley to I-40 – North Carolina
Cruise six scenic miles along U.S. Route 276 from Maggie Valley to Interstate 40 in North Carolina. Enjoy forested slopes, rustic homesteads, and a taste of classic mountain countryside before merging onto I-40 westbound.
U.S. Route 19: Lake Junaluska to Maggie Valley
Cruise U.S. Route 19 from Lake Junaluska to Maggie Valley in North Carolina—a quick 4.5-mile drive through rolling hills, small-town charm, and classic Smoky Mountain scenery, ending at the iconic Wheels Through Time Museum.
U.S. Route 276: Waynesville to Lake Junaluska – North Carolina
Experience a short but scenic drive along U.S. Route 276 from Waynesville to Lake Junaluska, North Carolina. This quick connector route offers mountain town charm, easy access to lakeside trails, and a perfect taste of western North Carolina’s relaxing vibe.
U.S. Route 74: Balsam to Waynesville – North Carolina
Enjoy a peaceful 7-mile drive along U.S. Route 74 from Balsam to Waynesville, North Carolina. Follow us from the Blue Ridge Parkway through Hazelwood and into the scenic gateway of Waynesville with tips on what to see along the way.
U.S. Route 74: Lake Junaluska to Balsam, North Carolina.
Take a scenic drive along U.S. Route 74 from Lake Junaluska to Balsam, North Carolina. Discover charming mountain towns, beautiful Blue Ridge views, and easy access to the iconic Blue Ridge Parkway.