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Roadside Attractions in California
1. Amboy Crater
Extinct cinder cone volcano offering hiking and views.
2. Robinson's Motor Inn
Vintage motor inn with Route 66 vibes.
3. Santa Fe Train
Historic train display celebrating Needles' railroad legacy.
4. Texaco Station
Classic gas station with restored pumps and signage.
5. Dead-end to Old Trails Bridge
Scenic point where Route 66 once crossed into Arizona.
6. Route 66 Memorial
Memorial installation commemorating Route 66 travelers and history.
7. Hi Sahara Oasis
Desert roadside stop with old-school charm.
8. Chinese Statue
Unexpected roadside statue offering a unique stop for travelers.
9. Road Runner's Retreat
Deserted Route 66 diner and gas stop from the Mother Road’s heyday.
10. Roadside Memorial
Simple tribute along Route 66 marking memory and loss in the Mojave.
11. Old Gas Station - CA
Faded gas stop standing as a desert relic on Route 66.
12. Cafe & Motel Sign
Vintage signage marking a once-thriving stopover.
13. Whiting Brothers Gas Station
Once part of a gas station empire, now a fading memory.
14. Bagdad Cafe
Famous filming location, now closed but iconic.
15. Ski Lodge Roof House
Oddly designed home featuring ski lodge-style architecture.
16. Daggett Garage
Former auto garage from Route 66’s heyday, now a relic.
17. Sands Motel - CA
Former roadside motel, now shuttered but still standing.
18. Route 66 Mother Road Museum
Dedicated to preserving Route 66 history and memorabilia.
19. Villareal Trailer
Roadside trailer attraction along the Lenwood stretch of Route 66.
20. Danby Rest Area Monument
Historic stop along the desert stretch of Route 66.
21. Mohawk Gas Station
Former fueling station now weathered and empty.
22. Giant Coffee Cup
Large retro-style coffee cup sign in front of a classic diner.
23. Flying A Service Station
Restored gas station with vintage signage.
24. Howard Motor Co. Building
Historic auto dealership building, now repurposed.
25. Carty's Camp
Once thriving motel and cabin camp on the Mother Road.
26. Borax Wagon
Display of a borax wagon paying homage to mining heritage.
27. Needles Museum
Local museum showcasing the history of Needles and Route 66.