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Meetup: 7:00 AMSafety Brief: 7:15 AM
KSU: 7:30 AM
Ride Level: 5
Good Afternoon Moonshine HOGs!
Get ready - the countdown is on for our Smoky Mountain Getaway Ride with Road Captain Ernie McIntosh!
If you've never experienced the Smokies in the fall, you are in for a breathtaking treat. The mountains will be bursting with vibrant colors, and we've lined up some of the most iconic roads in America for this adventure. This will truly be a ride to remember!
Ride Overview:
* Friday, October 17 – We’ll depart Franklin and make our way to Cherokee, NC via a mix of highway and scenic backroads.
* Saturday, October 18 – An unforgettable day of riding! We’ll hit legendary routes including the Blue Ridge Parkway, Cherohala Skyway, Tail of the Dragon, and more.
* Sunday, October 19 – We’ll head back to Franklin, with an estimated arrival of 6:30 PM CST.
Hotel Information:
Rolling Hills Lodge
Cherokee, NC 28719
📞 (828) 497-5371
🌐 rollinghillslodge.com
* Check-In: Friday, October 17
* Check-Out: Sunday, October 19
We currently have 10 rooms blocked, with a few more available (as of 9/8):
* King Bed Single – $149 (4 available)
* 2 Queen Beds – $169 (4 available)
* 2 King Beds – $199 (2 available)
Please call the hotel and book your room by October 10 to secure your spot.
Important Notes:
This ride is a HOG Level 5 Experience—reserved for current, paid members of Moonshine HOG Chapter #2715 for the 2025 riding season.
A more detailed ride plan will be provided as we get closer to the event.
Don’t miss out on this incredible weekend of fellowship, adventure, and some of the best riding the Smokies have to offer! RSVP now in HOG Scan or drop a comment on our Facebook post.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
1403 Lewisburg Pike, Franklin, TN 37064-1110, United States
