California Motorcycle Ride - Little Dragon - Hwy 49 (Coulterville, CA) Last month, Bob and I rode the Little Dragon, California's version of Tennesee's and North Carolina's famous Tail of the Dragon. The Tail of the Dragon is a popular destination for motorcycle riders and sports car enthusiasts worldwide and it consists of an 11-mile stretch of highway with a total of 318 turns. The Little Dragon is actually 5 miles longer than the Tail of the Dragon, but with only approximately 45 turns. Here is a photo of the Little Dragon that I took from the southernmost vantage point, Fremont's Fort: FREMONT'S FORT General John C. Fremont, 1813-1890, a noted military man, explorer, topographer, senator & businessman, Fremont was also a miner. He settled in Mariposa County living just outside Bear ... 04/07/2013

Coulterville, CA - Magnolia Saloon & Grill Restaurant at Hotel Jeffery The Magnolia Saloon & Grill at Hotel Jeffery is a popular lunch stop destination for motorcycle riders who come to ride the Little Dragon, a 15-mile stretch of Hwy 49 between Coulterville, CA and Bear Valley, CA with fun twisties and wonderful views. Bob and I went on a group motorcycle ride from El Dorado Hills, CA down Highway 49 to the Little Dragon last weekend and it was a great day trip to start the Spring riding season! Established in 1851, the Magnolia Saloon is California's oldest operating saloon and even still has authentic pair of wooden saloon doors at the entry...and one of the best BBQ pulled pork sandwiches I've ever had! They also have a pool room and outdoor seating in a quaint courtyard setting. Th... 03/31/2013