Around ten years ago, I was reading a topo map and decided it would be a good idea to run the length of Route 32 from Morehead (locally known as Christy Creek) to its terminus in Louisa. The unusual hook and touring through a somewhat isolated section of the Little Sandy River Valley had caught my attention.

Louisa itself also had an attraction for me. There lies the head of The Big Sandy River, created from the combined waters of Tug Fork and Levisa Fork – both having their roots deep in the storied peaks of Appalachia coal country. Sighting river features is just an old silly hobby of mine.

So, given a free afternoon, that random idea popped up and off we went. Well evening really. Got a very late start and didn’t even hit the green flag till ~17:00.

End result? Road ran, rivers found, pictures taken, train dodged, and even made a new canine friend in the next state. Not a bad Independence Day ride I’d say. Until next time!

DC