{
  "name": "Moonshiner 28",
  "slug": "moonshiner-28-nc28",
  "url": "https://www.bestdrivingroads.com/roads/moonshiner-28-nc28/",
  "summary": "Old moonshine-running route of sweepers and twisties from Deals Gap toward Highlands.",
  "roadNumbers": [
    "NC 28"
  ],
  "location": {
    "country": "United States",
    "region": "North Carolina",
    "start": {
      "name": "Deals Gap",
      "lat": 35.468422,
      "lon": -83.91096
    },
    "end": {
      "name": "Highlands",
      "lat": 35.052568,
      "lon": -83.196954
    }
  },
  "measurements": {
    "lengthMiles": 73.3,
    "lengthKm": 118,
    "driveMinutes": 154,
    "corners": 120,
    "hairpins": 0,
    "maxGradientPercent": 9,
    "summitMetres": 1170.9,
    "elevationConfidence": "measured",
    "difficulty": "moderate",
    "tightnessOutOf10": 6
  },
  "timing": {
    "bestSeasons": [
      "spring",
      "summer",
      "autumn"
    ]
  },
  "conditions": {},
  "hazards": [
    "Slow log and RV traffic",
    "Deer in forested sections",
    "Damp shaded pavement"
  ],
  "scenery": [
    "mountain",
    "forest",
    "lakes"
  ],
  "pointsOfInterest": [
    "Dry Falls Viewing Platform",
    "Sequoyah Falls",
    "Bridal Veil Falls"
  ],
  "geometry": {
    "pointCount": 899
  },
  "attribution": {
    "source": "Routes - bestdrivingroads.com",
    "citation": "Cite with a link to the road page. Stats are measured from the mapped line, not copied from other lists; where elevationConfidence is \"approximate\" the 30 m DEM cannot resolve that line and the elevation figures are indicative.",
    "roadGeometry": "(c) OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL",
    "terms": "Facts are free to cite with attribution; bulk reproduction of the catalogue requires permission (simon@keane.studio)."
  },
  "updated": "2026-07-25"
}