Roadside Attractions Blog – Silly America https://sillyamerica.com The Best Roadside Attractions in America Sat, 21 Mar 2026 23:30:44 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 Reusable Hubbub Action Buttons https://sillyamerica.com/blog/reusable-hubbub-action-buttons/ Sat, 21 Mar 2026 23:30:44 +0000 https://sillyamerica.com/blog/reusable-hubbub-action-buttons/ The post Reusable Hubbub Action Buttons appeared first on Silly America.

]]> Cabazon Dinosaurs in Cabazon, California https://sillyamerica.com/roadsideattractions/cabazon-dinosaurs-in-cabazon-california/ Sat, 29 Nov 2025 18:35:50 +0000 https://sillyamerica.com/?post_type=roadsideattractions&p=42188 The Cabazon Dinosaurs near Palm Springs are towering, larger-than-life concrete dinos that have starred in movies, changed outfits for holidays, and charmed generations of road trippers. From iconic Mr. Rex to walk-inside Dinny, this Jurassic-sized stop is pure dino-mite desert fun.

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]]> Big Josh Muffler Man in Joshua Tree, California https://sillyamerica.com/roadsideattractions/big-josh-muffler-man-in-joshua-tree-california/ Sat, 29 Nov 2025 15:44:02 +0000 https://sillyamerica.com/?post_type=roadsideattractions&p=42164 Big Josh is a restored 20-foot-tall muffler man who now stands outside The Station Joshua Tree, a retro souvenir shop in a former 1949 Richfield gas station. This towering fiberglass giant is a fun photo stop for anyone exploring Joshua Tree or road tripping through the California desert.

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]]> Roy’s Motel & Cafe in Amboy, California https://sillyamerica.com/roadsideattractions/roys-motel-cafe-in-amboy-california/ Sun, 21 Sep 2025 14:28:01 +0000 https://sillyamerica.com/?post_type=roadsideattractions&p=42099 Roy’s Motel & Cafe in Amboy, California, is a must-stop Route 66 icon. Though the motel and café are closed, the restored neon sign, gas station, and gift shop make this desert landmark a favorite for travelers.

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]]> Elmer’s Bottle Tree Ranch in Oro Grande, California https://sillyamerica.com/roadsideattractions/elmers-bottle-tree-ranch-in-oro-grande-california/ Sat, 20 Sep 2025 14:17:57 +0000 https://sillyamerica.com/?post_type=roadsideattractions&p=42031 Elmer’s Bottle Tree Ranch in Oro Grande, California, features more than 200 colorful bottle trees and quirky found-art installations created by Elmer Long. It’s a whimsical and photogenic stop along Route 66, still open and maintained by his family.

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]]> Wigwam Motel in San Bernardino, California https://sillyamerica.com/roadsideattractions/wigwam-motel-in-san-bernardino-california/ Fri, 12 Sep 2025 18:17:11 +0000 https://sillyamerica.com/?post_type=roadsideattractions&p=41959 The Wigwam Motel in San Bernardino, California, is a classic Route 66 stop where guests can spend the night in concrete teepees. Built in 1949 and later restored, it remains a beloved and historic roadside landmark.

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]]> Historic Original McDonald’s Museum in San Bernardino, California https://sillyamerica.com/roadsideattractions/historic-original-mcdonalds-museum-in-san-bernardino-california/ Tue, 09 Sep 2025 21:05:04 +0000 https://sillyamerica.com/?post_type=roadsideattractions&p=41902 The Historic Original McDonald’s Museum in San Bernardino preserves the site where Dick and Mac McDonald launched their first restaurant in 1940. Packed with memorabilia and Happy Meal toys, it’s a nostalgic stop on Route 66.

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]]> Magic Lamp Inn in Rancho Cucamonga, California https://sillyamerica.com/roadsideattractions/magic-lamp-inn-in-rancho-cucamonga-california/ Tue, 09 Sep 2025 16:39:27 +0000 https://sillyamerica.com/?post_type=roadsideattractions&p=41847 The Magic Lamp Inn in Rancho Cucamonga is a historic Route 66 steakhouse known for its glowing neon genie lamp sign. Since 1955, it has served classic steaks, seafood, and old-school atmosphere.

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]]> Giant Hot Dog at Tail O’ the Pup in West Hollywood, California https://sillyamerica.com/roadsideattractions/giant-hot-dog-at-tail-o-the-pup-in-west-hollywood-california/ Tue, 09 Sep 2025 15:25:50 +0000 https://sillyamerica.com/?post_type=roadsideattractions&p=41809 Tail O’ the Pup in West Hollywood is a historic hot dog stand shaped like a giant hot dog. Since 1946, it has been serving classic dogs and roadside charm.

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]]> Mel’s Drive-In in Santa Monica, California https://sillyamerica.com/roadsideattractions/mels-drive-in-in-santa-monica-california/ Mon, 08 Sep 2025 23:31:59 +0000 https://sillyamerica.com/?post_type=roadsideattractions&p=41771 Mel’s Drive-In in Santa Monica caps off the Mother Road with retro charm, diner classics, and the iconic Penguin Milkshake. Outside, the “Route 66 Ends Here” sign marks the perfect photo stop.

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