Cheaha descent (AL-281 + AL-49)
Cheaha State Park summit to Lineville, ~15–20 mi. Several genuine switchbacks and decreasing-radius turns off Cheaha. Honestly milder than Tail of the Dragon, but Alabama's best. Watch for gravel on shaded curves.
What you'll hit along the way.
Rider-verified stops, overlooks, fuel, and the corners worth knowing about — in the order you'll meet them.
McDill Point
A rocky overlook near the summit of Cheaha Mountain offering wide views across the Talladega National Forest.
Five Points
A small crossroads community that serves as a convenient pause point mid-route.
Cleburne
The town at the route's end, marking the transition from mountain terrain to the surrounding piedmont.
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