Monday, June 4, 2012

The rural south as a cycle tourist destination

Yes, a park ranger at Bogue Chitto State Park may ask if you have a gun and will be a bit concerned if you don't.
And sometimes small and large dogs alike will chase you when not fenced in.
And sometimes you'll have cars heading at you head on in the same lane of travel.
But most folks are kind and concerned for your health, and are happy to talk.
Paved roads connect most small towns and are unused except for a few tractors and farm trucks.
Slow-moving rivers and large oaks provide respite from the heat.
Good food is pretty cheap, and donut shops will even accept food stamps.
Potable water is close, relatively speaking, to most places.
State parks have some of the best facilities in the nation, though prices reflect this somewhat.
Lots of airports service beach areas and a less number of inland locations.

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