We met up in Smyrna and decided on our route for the day. As most of you know I’m working on taking a picture at all of the Tennessee State Parks. I gave Brian a couple of options and his choice was to ride west.
West it was. We took back roads out of Smyrna over through Franklin where we picked up hwy 246. This is a wonderful little winding country road. There has to be some of the best scenery anywhere in Middle Tennessee here. Soon we turned onto hwy 247 and worked our way through Santa Fe. After a short break it was off to hwy 100 West across the Tennessee River at Perryville. Soon we stopped for fuel and a look at the map. 
The road leading into Natchez Trace State Park was an absolute dream. A winding desolate ride through forestland. Before we knew it we were in the park. I was just awestruck at how amazing that little road was. It’s times like this that I realize just how much of Tennessee I’ve yet to discover. I love this state and all that it has to offer.
I talked Brian into riding up to Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park. We jumped onto I-40 for twelve miserable miles in traffic just to speed things along. As soon as we started down the entrance ramp I knew why I don’t like riding on the big road.
Hwy 641 North carried us to Camden where we enjoyed a burger thanks to the little redheaded freckled face girl. Oh I should also mention that we learned of a new beverage from a couple of local gals who stopped beside of us at a light. Joker you’ll have to keep a list of all the things I mention and never explain so that I can tell you in person or on the phone sometime. Hahahaha
We grabbed a couple photographs at the park sign and then we were ready to head for home. Well I should say we were heading toward home but I think both of us wished we could just keep riding and not look back. But then again Brian does have that wonderful accessory he needed to get home to. Jen is absolutely adorable.
Two more state parks down and another few hundred miles down life’s highway. You just can’t beat the feeling of scooting around back roads with a close friend.
Ride Safe
Ronman
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A new beverage?
Sounds interesting…
Ok Ronman…what is the new beverage??? You can’t just keep these little funnies for Joker!! So far you need to tell us who you met that you mentioned in the last post and now this new beverage!! LMAO!!
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Tennessee looks like a beautiful state!
Yeah, need the scoop Ronman on the new beverage. Tell Bec when you see her.
You are getting quite a collection of parks brother, and here I thought my hobby as a bug collector was cool. Pale in comparison.
Hey there little buddy. We did have a great ride that day and the little gals in Camden was hilarious. I cant wait until our next ride to wherever. Sometimes it is nice to just get out with a great friend and see where the road takes you.
Brian
Your pics next to the signs reminds me of a time Harley and I got scolded for doing the very same thing. A Park Ranger said our motorcycles are considered vehicles and should remain on the road. LOL! At least we got the pic before he came by. Thanks for taking us down the road with you.
I want to ride the Trace someday soon!