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We’re Open!
It has always been our dream to create a unique destination for car and motorcycle enthusiasts.
Our new store has over 5,000 square feet of retail and lounge space, complete with a coffee bar, frozen yogurt, microbrewery and self-pouring beer taps!
The Back of the Dragon food truck is open from 11-6 Tuesday- Saturday.
With live music, cornhole, giant Jenga and trivia nights…you can count on a fun and memorable night out with family and friends.
Click to the right to subscribe to our “Monthly Miles” newsletter to stay up to date on the Grand Opening and be the first to get news on Upcoming Events!!
Memorial Day Weekend Event
Live Concerts & More
Details are in the works for our Grand Opening Event on Saturday, May 28th. We’ll have craft beer, food trucks, live music, Back of the Dragon swag, and more!
Check back soon for more details!
Nothing from January 30, 2023 to March 2, 2023.
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Buckle up for an adrenaline-pumping
Source: Polaris Adventures
Back of the Dragon beckons thrill seekers
Source: USA Today
A Virginia Coal Town Finds a New Natural Resource: Serpentine Roads for Motorcycling
Source: NY Times
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You've seen its beauty highlighted on the Virginia Travel Guide but do you know the story behind Tazewell County's famed Back of the Dragon? Take a look at how an Army Veteran's dream developed into the premier riding road of the East Coast! 🐉🏍️
If you haven’t met Larry Davidson you need to get down to Back of the Dragon, Virginia and have a chat. He’s one of our best storytellers. 🐉
Thank you Tazewell Today for this incredible story! www.facebook.com/tazewelltoday/
@ visittazewellva
www.facebook.com/VirginiaIsForLovers
@visitvirginia
#visittazewellva #tazewellcountyva #tazewell #backofthedragon #botd #theroadawaits #bucketlist #windtherapy #twisties #curvyroads #mountainroads #visitvirginia #virginiaisforlovers ... See MoreSee Less
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Beautiful, Fun ride! Kevin we need to make this trip again!
Been there and will be back! Awesome roads!
Music Credit: Robin Schulz - Sugar (feat. Francesco Yates)
***Registration ends in 7 days***
Tue, Jan 31, 11:59 PM EST
Fun Run/Tour organized by
BMW CCA - Blue Ridge Chapter @blueridgebmwcca
Fri, Apr 21 - Sun, Apr 23, 2023
Dragon Drive Spring 2023 - Come out & join us for our Spring 2023 Dragon Drive that will take you through some challenging routes & breathtaking scenery in SW Virginia. The route will include the famous Rt 16 (Back of the Dragon).
Event registration ends in just 7 days!! Please see ow.ly/h10y50MxSFm for event & registration details.
#bmwcca #bmw #bimmer #bimmerlife #bmwfanatics #blueridgechapter #blueridgemountains #blueridgebimmers #ultimateklasse #ultimatedrivingmachine #backofthedragon #botd #theroadawaits #bucketlist ... See MoreSee Less
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Greenhaven Cabin in the SW Virginia Mountains is currently available the weekend of April 21-23! Located on the Back of the Dragon in Marion
Armin van Buuren, AVIRA•Sirius
#throwbackthursday
Throwback to the weekend that @rkmotorscharlotte brought this world class '32 Ford roadster rocked @theoldtownrevival at the @BackOfTheDragon. 😎
@theoldtownrevival commented, “The baddest ride there by far!”
#Ford #Deuce #HotRod #StreetRod #Custom #Roadster #Convertible #ConvertibleLife #CustomCar #Kustom #ClassicCars #ClassicCarsDaily #Cars247 #FordNation #CarsWithoutLimits #RKMotors #RKMotorsCharlotte #ClassicAndPerformanceCars #TazewellVA #VA #backofthedragon #botd #theroadawaits #bucketlist #windtherapy #twisties #curvyroads #mountainroads ... See MoreSee Less
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Can’t wait to get back there for a ride .
Thanks for visiting, Patrick, and thanks for the awesome review! @midtennmoto
“An absolutely beautiful day to visit @backofthedragon yesterday! I hadn’t been in about a year. It was long overdue. The road never disappoints and the staff at the visitor center are always great. #hungrymotherstatepark is also a top notch camping location. The tent decks really are the best as well.”
#camping #motorcycling #tazwellcountyvirginia #virginianountains #motocamping #suzuki #vstrom650 #goride #marionva #rider #backofthedragon #botd #theroadawaits #bucketlist #windtherapy #twisties #curvyroads #mountainroads ... See MoreSee Less
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Visit Tazewell County and Back of the Dragon, was recently honored by being selected as one of three covers for the 2023 Virginia Travel Guide. The feature highlights the beauty of kudzu curve during the fall.🐉❤️
Thank you Virginia Tourism and especially Aj Jeffries Robinson with Visit Tazewell County for highlighting The Back of the Dragon! Visit Tazewell County and Back of the
Request your copy and see what all Virginia has to offer by clicking the link below. ⬇️
ow.ly/zzLA50MnY5E
Copies will soon be available at the Tazewell County Visitors Center in Bluefield and Back of the Dragon Center in Tazewell!
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A fantastic ride! I’ve done it three times. Can’t wait to ride it again.
Beautiful photo
Love that ride!!
Mapa•Travelling
Thanks, @fv.ayden, for spending the first day of the new year at Back of the Dragon!!
Tag your homies so we know who your with.
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Danger Twins•Showin' Off
#throwbackthursday
@mr_mcstache showing off on the Back of the Dragon! Looks good to us!!
Big round of applause to Jason for winning the "Most Christmassy Stache"!
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Armin van Buuren, AVIRA•Sirius
#taillighttuesday
Some great pics from his @backofthedragon trip with @atomic.z06 and his scorching hot 2008 Atomic Orange z06 🔥
#corvette #z06 #curvyroads #professionalphotography #corvettesofinstagram #roadtrip #fyp #vacation #carthings #backofthedragon #botd #theroadawaits #bucketlist #windtherapy #twisties #curvyroads #mountainroads ... See MoreSee Less
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Well, That’s just about a wrap… Begin 2023 With A Bang
May the year ahead be filled with love, laughter, and amazing adventures!
Thank you for being an important part of an amazing year.
Wishing you a Happy New Year!!
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Greetings from Floooooooow-ridah! Missed you guys this holiday trip, but we'll be back to visit fam again ASAP. Hope you all have a very Happy New Year! I did get my customary pic with your security guard.
Happy New Years !!!
Cimorelli•Carol of the Bells
As the holiday season approaches, we wanted to take a moment to thank you for your passion and enthusiasm for all things on the road.
It takes a certain kind of thrill-seeker to enjoy the adrenaline rush of navigating the winding roads of the mountains, and we tip our hat to you for having the courage and skill to take on such a daring activity.
We hope you will continue to find time to explore the wonders of the mountains. The views, the smells, and the curves that await you will be more than worth the effort.
We also wanted to take this opportunity to thank all of you for your continued support, we are thankful for the many miles we have traveled together.
We hope your holiday season is filled with joy, peace, and the spirit of adventure. We look forward to seeing you out on the roads in the new year!
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year,
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Merry Christmas BOTD
Join Josh and Mountain Roots as he explores the Jewel of Appalachia's Backcountry in Tazewell, Virginia.
You can find them on Facebook @mountainrootshomestead
View the incredible video in its entirety at www.youtube.com/watch?v=hhgV27icLsg
Thanks for the gorgeous birdseye view of the Back of the Dragon, Josh!!
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@harmon_234 with @c_brown5.0 riding the Back of the Dragon. Thanks for visiting us !!
What drives you to the Back of the Dragon?
#tazewellvirginia #harleydavidson #roadglide #klockwerks #thrashinsupply #hpi #ohlinssuspension #saddlemen #simpsonhelmets #backofthedragon #botd #theroadawaits #bucketlist #windtherapy #twisties #curvyroads #mountainroads ... See MoreSee Less
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