Kentucky, United States
Country Music Highway (US-23)
Eastern Kentucky heritage route birthplace of country music legends.
Ashland → Pikeville
- Distance
- 97 mi
- Level
- Easy
- Type
- Scenic
- Season
- April - November
Highlights
- Loretta Lynn birthplace
- Billy Ray Cyrus area
- Appalachian culture
Must ride
★ 8.2/ 10
Risks
Fuel stops
Food stops

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