Yadkin Valley Scenic Byway
Explore Yadkin Valley foothills through farming communities and country roads around Elkin and Dobson.
Piedmont, North Carolina — Elkin, Dobson
Explore Yadkin Valley foothills through farming communities and country roads around Elkin and Dobson. Local shops and wineries offer optional stops within the wider region.
Before you go: Check business hours before visiting. If including tastings, arrange a driver who will not drink.
Route map and visitor information: https://nsbfoundation.com/sb/yadkin-valley-scenic-byway/
Current North Carolina road conditions: https://www.drivenc.gov/
Fall color planning: https://www.visitnc.com/fall-colors
Choose an open section using the linked route information. Allow extra time for stops and follow posted signs. On a motorcycle, watch for gravel and wet leaves and use designated pullouts.
Route information reviewed September 10, 2026. Conditions and attraction hours can change.
Piedmont, North Carolina — Elkin, Dobson
Explore Yadkin Valley foothills through farming communities and country roads around Elkin and Dobson. Local shops and wineries offer optional stops within the wider region.
Before you go: Check business hours before visiting. If including tastings, arrange a driver who will not drink.
Route map and visitor information: https://nsbfoundation.com/sb/yadkin-valley-scenic-byway/
Current North Carolina road conditions: https://www.drivenc.gov/
Fall color planning: https://www.visitnc.com/fall-colors
Choose an open section using the linked route information. Allow extra time for stops and follow posted signs. On a motorcycle, watch for gravel and wet leaves and use designated pullouts.
Route information reviewed September 10, 2026. Conditions and attraction hours can change.