Historic Route 66

All-American Road

Historic Route 66

Arizona, Missouri, New Mexico, Oklahoma (AAR); California, Illinois (NSB)

1,408.6 miles

Journey along America’s most legendary highway on Historic Route 66, stretching 1,408 miles from Barstow, California to Chicago, Illinois. This All-American Road winds through six states—California, Arizona, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Missouri, and Illinois—offering an unparalleled road trip through the heart of American culture and landscape.

The route delivers stunning diversity: Arizona’s painted desert and Petrified Forest, New Mexico’s high mesas and adobe villages, the vast Oklahoma plains, and the rolling farmland of Missouri and Illinois. Along the way, discover iconic roadside attractions—neon-lit diners, vintage gas stations, quirky motels, and classic Americana that defined mid-century travel.

Key stops include the Grand Canyon’s South Rim, the Cadillac Ranch art installation in Amarillo, the Chain of Rocks Bridge crossing the Mississippi, and countless small towns where time seems to pause. Stop at the Wigwam Motel, grab a burger at a chrome-trimmed diner, and photograph weathered Route 66 shields against endless western skies.

Best time to visit: Spring (April–May) and fall (September–October) offer mild temperatures and fewer crowds.

Duration: Allow 10–14 days to fully experience the Mother Road’s magic, though dedicated drivers can complete it in a week.

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Nearby Discoveries

2 places to explore within 30 miles

2 State Parks