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Natural Features on Route 66

Grand Falls

1. Grand Falls

Joplin, MO

Scenic waterfall and natural swimming hole on Shoal Creek.

Natural Features Waterfalls
The Blue Hole

2. The Blue Hole

Santa Rosa, NM

Crystal-clear natural spring and popular diving spot.

Natural Features River/Lake Access
Jensen Point Overlook

Scenic overlook offering panoramic views of Pacific and the Meramec River Valley.

Natural Features Overlooks
Continental Divide

4. Continental Divide

Continental Divide, NM

Geographic high point where waters flow to opposite coasts.

Natural Features Overlooks
Sitgreaves Pass - AZ

5. Sitgreaves Pass - AZ

Golden Valley, AZ

Mountain pass with winding roads and sweeping vistas.

Natural Features Overlooks
Pinnacles - AZ

6. Pinnacles - AZ

Oatman, AZ

Tall jagged rock formations in the center of town.

Natural Features
Shaffer Fish Bowl - AZ

7. Shaffer Fish Bowl - AZ

Golden Valley, AZ

Natural rock formation resembling a giant fish bowl.

Natural Features
The Palms

8. The Palms

Needles, CA

Tall palm trees line this historic Route 66 street corner.

Natural Features