The Southeast Backcountry Discovery Route (SEBDR) is the 14th addition to the BDR series, offering an unparalleled 1,300-mile adventure through the stunningly diverse terrain of the southeastern United States. Beginning at the Gulf of Mexico in Florida, this route traverses the Florida Panhandle, crosses into the heart of the Appalachian Mountains, and winds its way through Alabama, North Georgia, Tennessee, and North Carolina, before reaching its northern terminus in Damascus, Virginia. This final stop connects directly to the Mid-Atlantic BDR (MABDR), making it a seamless gateway to even longer adventures.

This landmark route completes the East Coast Trilogy, uniting the NEBDR, MABDR, and SEBDR into a continuous pathway stretching from the Gulf of Mexico to the Canadian border—an unprecedented achievement in backcountry adventure riding. Along the way, riders will tackle a thrilling mix of graded dirt roads, rugged two-track, remote forest paths, twisty backcountry pavement, and water crossings, all while soaking in breathtaking scenery, historic sites, and untouched wilderness. Expect to pass through towering hardwood forests, rolling foothills, remote river valleys, and the high ridgelines of the Appalachians, with plenty of camping, small-town charm, and opportunities to explore off-the-bike.

Every BDR map is designed to be an indispensable tool for backcountry navigation, featuring detailed inset boxes that highlight essential route amenities such as fuel stops (both on-route and nearby), lodging options including campgrounds, food and markets for provisions, town and pass elevations, trailheads, scenic overlooks, and interpretive trails. A master elevation profile, along with contour intervals, provides insight into the route’s terrain and elevation changes, helping riders strategically plan their journey. Each map is printed on HopSyn waterproof, tear-resistant "Trail Tough" paper, making it durable enough to withstand the toughest backcountry conditions while ensuring reliable navigation throughout the adventure.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

Following the impacts of Hurricane Helene and other construction projects in place, several roads are currently closed for repairs and bypasses are integrated into the GPS track file, not shown on the paper map. Given these impacts and the ongoing recovery efforts, we expect the GPS track files to change often throughout this year.

Always download the latest version of the tracks just before you go.

Learn more about important Route Updates by clicking HERE