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Route 66 Arizona - all 29 towns!

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Picking a favorite state on Route 66 is tough, but if I had to decide, I think Arizona would top the list. From the amazing landscapes and mountains to the interesting ghost towns and quirky small towns, it has it all. I can't wait to do this drive again someday!

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20 Comments

@billgalloway6383 4 years ago

We got to Needles, we turned north toward Travis AFB.

@PraiseDog 2 years ago (edited)

3:25...."Well I'm a-standing on the corner in Winslow Arizona with such a fine site to see. It's a girl my lord in a flat bed Ford slowing down to take a look at me." Note the sign and statue in the video.

@ronald9279 3 years ago

Outstanding

@bettyallen6372 3 years ago

I grew up traveling 66 with my parents, and drove it myself when I was 19. How I miss that highway 😥

@williamgrimes668 3 years ago

Winslow was mentioned in The Eagles song "take it easy?

@medusagorgo5146 4 years ago

When we traveled on Route 66 this summer, Arizona was the best part (and the most well marked) .

@bettyallen6372 3 years ago

I remember the Shell station in Peach Springs very well! I stopped there for gas on one of my trips from LA to Missouri.

@Can-h6m8j 2 years ago

Wonderful section of 66. Beautiful scenery, buildings all outstanding. Too unique to describe this area scenery.

@JeffDearman 3 years ago

The wigwam motel was the inspiration for the Cozy Cone motel in the movie Cars.

@shannonfrench6893 3 years ago

Good to see you enjoying 66 in AZ! Some of the best parts of the highway. Did you go north out of Flagstaff and check out the big hole in the ground? LOL. Enjoy your videos!

@cherokeetexican 7 months ago

I need green, lots of trees. So I have never had a desire to visit Arizona, but it looks like you had a good time.

@hungarysammy 3 years ago

Most awesome! My parents made a trip out in this area, not sure exactly where, but sure wish I could ask them some questions!! It would have been in the early 50's. Im thinking it had alot to do with that Route 66! I never thought much about it, but you have sparked my curiosity now...going to go look at all the pics I can find that they took! What gorgeous scenery, and fun things to experience! If only I were at least 20 years younger, I would go on a roadtrip!!😬 Thanks for the great video......once again!!

@jamosgarage9006 3 years ago

Great Video. I love the Arizona part of 66 the most. Will be doing California and Arizona come Come January '23.

@afan.pasalic 5 years ago

Another great video...
Sadly, second to the last one... 😟

@percymcnabb4746 3 years ago

i love all your adventures. i was just watching american pickers they were in nebraska at amazing place harald warp pioneer village, have you ever been there it was amazing

@jeffsmith846 4 years ago (edited)

You are right about the original route that went through Oatman. Must have been some sort of kickback payment. Cannot imagine those roads on the few days of the year that they might be icy. Also cars were very basic then and it seems it would have been a struggle on those winding roads. In 2010 we took a 66 trip and also went through Oatman. Also Hackman AZ is another memory. The owner or employee at the Hackman general store had his own police force because he wore a GLOK

@cavecookie1 3 years ago

Very cool! I lived and worked in Oatman for 10 years in the 90s. The stories I could tell! LOL! If you get by that way, tell 'em all Cookie says HOWDY!

@allencrouch5257 3 years ago

I traveled from Oklahoma to California in 1951. Most of the trip was on 66.

@lifewithjosef 3 years ago

Hi John!
Just a note that I'm watching your Mother Road series from Illinois to Arizona, taking notes along the way. An opportunity for a Mother Road excursion with my brother has arisen, and we're leaving in early May, from Flagstaff to Chicagoland. (We have a family event in May to attend)

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