SEBDR Route Updates
Updated November 5, 2025
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November 5, 2025
New Tracks Available – Section 6 Bypass
A new version of the SEBDR tracks is available labeled SEBDR-Nov2025-v1.0
Road repairs are taking place on Section 6 near the Chilhowee Rec area and a bypass is required.
- A bypass track is included in this download for riders to remain on Hwy30 for 6.5mi to bypass this closure, which is expected to last through Spring 2026
- For more info on this closure click HERE
- Other temporary bypasses are still in place for:
- Section 6 – Rough Creek Bridge out
- Section 8 – Old Cataloochee Rd still closed
- Chestnut Ridge repairs near Max Patch (short term closure, no bypass track, see post below)
- White Oak ALT Harder (remain on main route, see post below)
See attached screenshots for reference.
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November 4, 2025
Section 8: Bypass Required for Repairs
Bridge repairs are taking place on Section 8 just north of the Max Patch Overlook waypoint and a bypass is required.
- if taking the bypass track simply remain on Max Patch Rd (HWY107) to rejoin the tracks
- Alternatively, take Cold Springs Creek Rd for 2.9mi to cut off this portion of the closure area
See attached screenshots for reference.
Purchase the official SEBDR map HERE
Always download the latest version of the GPS tracks just before you go HERE
September 8, 2025 (updated 9/22/25)
Section 7 Reroute – Cherokee BIA Roads – New Tracks Available
A new version of the GPS tracks is available labeled SEBDR-Sept2025-v2.1
We have received reports of riders encountering closure signs through the Cherokee Nation on Section 7 near Maggie Valley, NC.
- We have been working with the local representatives to gain more insight into these signs and it has been confirmed that these roads are CLOSED to use until further notice.
- We are working with land managers to find a resolution, but until further notice riders must bypass this area by remaining on Highway 19 into Maggie Valley.
- New tracks are available for download to reflect this update.
See attached screenshots for reference.
Purchase the SEBDR map HERE
Always download the latest version of the GPS tracks just before you go HERE
September 3, 2025 (Revised from earlier posting)
New Tracks Available for Download – Important Updates
A new version of the SEBDR is available labeled SEBDR-Sept2025
This update includes a few refinements and some new additions:
- Section 6: a bypass track is still in place for a bridge closure.
- Section 7: a new Extension track has been added east of Tellico Plains for a great ride to the Mt Wauchessi Lookout Tower. This road is moderately steep but not overly rocky or challenging and is 3.1mi round trip.
- Section 7: A revision has been made to the route near Andrews NC that bypasses some highway and includes some great new pavement and dirt. Additionally, a new optional EXT track has been added to Bald River Falls
- Section 8: The original intended route leaving Maggie Valley on Old Cataloochee is currently closed for bridge repairs. An option to bypass via I40 is also closed for repairs. We have added the previous bypass track to the file and advise riders to take this until the original route is reopened. Both tracks are contained in the .gpx file.
- Section 9: as posted in the April release, River Road is now officially open leaving the town of Hot Springs NC
See attached screenshots for reference.
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