State Application Fee. The fee charged by the State, for a regular 4 year license is $140, and $70 for a 5 year renewal. Seniors (60 and over) and honorably discharged members of the U.S. Armed Forces receive a 50% discount. The State will waive the license fee for individuals currently serving in the U.S. Armed Forces.
Tail of the Dragon in the Smoky Mountains is a testing ground for motocyclists. Tail of the Dragon in the Smoky Mountains is a testing ground for motocyclists.
Beautiful Smoky Mountain scenery includes some lush forests and evergreen covered mountains. Update/Addition from Michael S. McDonald: People from all walks of life are drawn to the seducing curves of the Dragon (other wise known as Tail of the Dragon) at Deal's Gap, also known as US Hwy 129. They make their pilgrimage to test their skills, or in some cases, to be bitten by the Dragon.