Ride to Hot Springs and lunch at Dave's 209 Restaurant

Event date: 
Sat, 05/30/2026 - 10:00am

This will be a great 2-hour ride: 70 miles, including some great twisties, a stop at Barbarossa, riding the Rattler, and, of course, great views along the way.

Meet at Thunderhead at 10:00 am, Ride Brief 10:15 am, and KSU 10:30 am

Dave’s 209: Burgers, Fries, Shakes & More 828-622-0001

In an old schoolhouse from the 1920s, Dave’s 209 restaurant stands out as an oasis for riders as they tame The Rattler, N.C. 209, running from Lake Junaluska to Hot Springs in Western North Carolina.

As tempting as it is to pour on the throttle in the long straightaway, motorcyclists shouldn’t ignore the converted schoolhouse, for a tasty meal can become a highlight of their tour of the area.

The popular diner, decorated with motorcycle movie posters, sits in a long valley before the road begins its twisting climb into the Pisgah National Forest and onward to Hot Springs. Nearby, adventure riders can tackle the dirt road heading across Max Patch to Tennessee. Just south, N.C. 63 climbs over Doggett Mountain on its way to Asheville. To the north, The Rattler gets more challenging as it clings to the side of the mountain in the national forest.

In the former Spring Creek High School, visitors will find owner Dave Thomas greeting customers and often manning the kitchen. Thomas serves up mouthwatering American food while also showing his appreciation for the local community.

 

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Event location:
13075 NC-209, Hot Springs, NC 28743
Event route: 
GPX File(s):
  Download File: Ride_to_Daves_.gpx

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Impairment Policy: The consumption and use of alcohol is a serious personal responsibility involving the safety of family, riding friends and the individual HOG member. Alcohol consumption before or during a motorcycling activity is not safe, responsible behavior. Thunderhead Mountain Chapter #5578 does not allow the use of alcohol or drugs before or during a riding event* and does not furnish alcohol at Chapter rides. Riders whose skills are observed or suspected to be impaired by alcohol or drugs before riding cannot join the ride. Riders using alcohol or drugs while riding will be asked to leave the ride. It is the responsibility of each Template Chapter member to support the consistent enforcement of this policy

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Event Coordinator: 
Jerry B
Assistant Director

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