Ridge and Valley Scenic Byway Driving Tour

Ridge And Valley Scenic Byway Driving Tour
Tour Description: Mountain overlooks and fertile farmlands can be found along the 51-mile Byway as it travels U.S. 27, State Highways 156 and 136, and rural county roads. Outdoor activities ranging from hiking, camping, picnicking, fishing, and hunting can be enjoyed at the Keown Falls Scenic Area, the Pocket, and John's Mountain Overlook and Wildlife Management Area. The surrounding countryside holds the histories of the native Cherokee Indian Nation, Civil War battles, and early settlers whose 1800's farmhouses still stand.

10 Roads Included in Byway
US 27 from SR 156 northwest to CR 329 (Gore-Subligna Rd & Thomas Ballenger Rd)
CR 329 from US 27, northeast to Walker County line
CR 705 (Armuchee Rd) from Walker County line, north to SR 136
SR 136 from CR 705, east to CR 723
CR 723 from SR 136, south to CR 714 (Pocket Rd.)
CR 714 from CR 723, south to Floyd County line
CR 641 (Johns Creek Rd.) from Floyd County line, south to CR 213 (Lovers Lane)
CR 213 from CR 641, south to CR 635 (Floyd Springs Rd.)
CR 635 from CR 213, south to SR 156
SR 156 from CR 635, southeast to US 27

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Directions: There are 2 ways of reaching the Ridge Valley Scenic Byway:
Take I-75 to Exit 306 - Turn west on SR 140 - Turn north on US 27 - Byway begins at SR 156 or
Take I-75 to Exit 320 - Go west on SR 136 - The byway begins at CR 723


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