Route 66 in Winslow, Arizona
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We have traveled Historic Route 66 across Arizona multiple times over the years, both eastbound and westbound.
Some of the journey is on I-40, which parallels the old Route 66 in many places. We drive the segments of the Mother Road where it still remains. Exits to Route 66 are marked in many locales.
The drive from Gallup to Lupton, on the Arizona border, is only 24 miles on today's I-40. Continuing west, the old road passes through the Painted Desert and the Petrified Forest, and then into Holbrook.
The city of Winslow lies 34 miles to the west on Historic Route 66 and Interstate 40. Route 66 was the primary east-west transportation artery through Winslow until it was by-passed by I-40 in the late 1970s.
Map showing the location of Winslow along U.S. Route 66 in Arizona
Things to See and Do in Winslow, Arizona
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A railroad town, Winslow is somewhat linear, stretching mostly east-west along the tracks. It is located about 58 miles east of Flagstaff, and 128 miles west of Gallup, New Mexico.
The city is located in Navajo County, and home to nearly 10,000 residents.
Winslow is the site of the famous "Standin' on the Corner" park popularized by the song "Take It Easy" sung by the Eagles band. The sculpture, and the mural, is a "must see" Route 66 attraction and photo op!
Winslow is also the location of the historic Fred Harvey's La Posada Hotel, which remains a popular lodging experience today. In addition to La Posada, several other hotel properties are located in the city. Read about Winslow hotels and traveler reviews at TripAdvisor.
Other area attractions include the Old Trails Museum, the Winslow Visitor Center, Roxy Theater, McHood Park & Clear Creek, Meteor Crater, the Painted Desert, the Petrified Forest National Park and Homolovi State Park.
Winslow also is the locale of the 9-11 Memorial, constructed of two beams recovered from the World Trade Center Towers in New York City.
Welcome to Winslow, Arizona, and Historic Route 66 |
Winslow, Arizona, Established 1880 |
Standin' on the Corner Park in Winslow, ArizonaThis area was dedicated on September 11, 1999, as a tribute to the memorable song of the 1970s by the Eagles band that made Winslow, Arizona a town to sing about. The Standin' on the Corner Park fon Route 66 eatures a two-story mural by John Pugh and a life-sized bronze statue by Ron Adamson named "Easy". It is estimated 100,000 visitors stand on the corner each year! The park is located at the corner of Old Route 66 and North Kinsley Avenue. For more information, visit the Official Standin' on the Corner website
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The SongThe song "Take It Easy" was written by Jackson Browne and Glenn Frey and recorded by the Eagles band. It includes the verse "Well, I'm a standing on a corner in Winslow, Arizona and such a fine sight to see".
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A new Glenn Frey tribute statue was dedicated and installed in the Corner Park on September 24, 2016.
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It's a girl, my Lord, in a flatbed Ford slowin' down to take a look at me!
Lovers in the second floor window!
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Across the street on the other corner ... Taking It Easy |
A bit tired? ... just sit and take it easy! |
Hotels and Travel Options in Winslow
Hotels in Winslow, Arizona with traveler reviews and photos Winslow restaurant listings and reviews Winslow Travel Guide: Things to Do and See |
La Posada Hotel - Winslow, ArizonaIn the 1920s, Fred Harvey wanted to build a major hotel in the center of northern Arizona that would become the finest in the American Southwest. He named the hotel La Posada, "The Resting Place". It opened in 1930, and remains a popular lodging destination today, at 303 E. 2nd Street in Winslow. |
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Outside view of the historic La Posada Hotel,
in Winslow, Arizona
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BNSF train by the La Posada Hotel
... Winslow IS still a railroad town!
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More Winslow Murals10,000 nice people welcome you to Winslow ... Snake Dance Country
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The BNSF Railroad Mural
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Winslow Visitor Center & Hubbell Trading PostOnce the premier Trading Post Company of the American southwest territories and now Winslow's Chamber of Commerce/Visitor Center, this location is a historic destination for visitors to the area. At the Visitor Center travelers will find historic displays, timeless architecture, and racks of information about Winslow, the region and the State of Arizona. An attentive staff is available to assist Route 66 travelers in their travels. The building is located at 523 W 2nd Street in Winslow. For more information, visit the website of the Winslow Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center or phone 928.289.2434
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Old Trails MuseumThe Old Trails Museum explores the history of Winslow and the surrounding area through free exhibits and public programs. Its collections help to interpret the Santa Fe Railway, Harvey Girls, US Route 66, and much more. The museum is located in the heart of Winslow’s historic district and across from the Standin’ on the Corner Park. Admission is free and photography, group tours, and research appointments are welcome. The museum is located at 212 N Kinsley Avenue in Winslow. For more information, visit the Old Trails Museum website or phone 928.289.5861
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Remembrance GardenOn the eastern edge of Winslow on Old Highway 66 is Remembrance Garden. It includes the "9-11 Memorial" built with 14foot steel girders from the fallen Twin Towers at the World Trade Center in New York (left, below). The two beams represent the Twin Towers lost during the terrorist attack on America on September 11, 2001. It also features the "United We Stand" monument (right, below). The words remind us that our country will not fear terrorism. Markers are also included for the Winslow Fire and Police Departments. Parking is plentiful, and a big dog park is adjacent. |
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Homolovi State Park
This fine State Park is located just a few miles northeast of downtown Winslow. The Homolovi Visitor Center gives visitors a great taste of northern Arizona's ancient history.
The park offers a variety of amenities and services, including wildlife viewing, a gift shop, picnic areas, shelters, RV parking, tent camping and restrooms.
Also popular with visitors is the Winslow Homolovi Observatory (WHO).
Learn more about facilities and reservations at Homolovi State Park or phone 928.289.4106
Other Nearby Attractions
The Painted Desert ... a 60-mile drive east from Winslow |
Meteor Crater Natural Landmark ... 25 miles west of Winslow |
Interactive Map of Winslow
Arizona Route 66 Passport
The Arizona Route 66 Passport is your guide into the heart of America. Cruise along the Mother Road, collecting stamps at locations along the way. Each passport comes with a free Traveler's Guide. It is published by the The Historic Route 66 Association of Arizona, a non-profit organization, dedicated to the preservation, protection, and promotion of both the surface, and the memories along Arizona’s portion of Route 66. Proceeds from the sale of Passports benefit this cooperative marketing initiative. Purchase an Arizona Route 66 Passport online or pick one up at one of the locations where stamps are given. More information about the Arizona Route 66 Passport Order the Arizona Route 66 Passport online Arizona Digital Route 66 Passport: Rock the Route
The Arizona Office of Tourism launched in late August of 2022 the Digital Route 66 Passport. From Topock 66 on the Colorado River in the west to The Painted Desert Trading Post in the east plus miles of famous sights, shops, eats and towns in between, the free digital passport makes planning a Route 66-centric road trip easier than ever. There’s even the chance to win prizes by checking in and uploading photos through the passport. Access to the free digital map and passport is delivered instantly to phones and mobile devices after a quick sign-up. Read how the Passport works and how to get one: Arizona Digital Route 66 Passport Read the Press Release here: Arizona Office of Tourism Launches Digital Route 66 Passport |
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Earlier Times: Vintage Views along Route 66 in Winslow
We have included below a sampling of our collection of vintage travel postcards dealing with Winslow and Route 66. What was Route 66 like in its earlier years, as visitors drove around and across Winslow? What did all the service stations, motels and public buildings look like when they were new? What did the traveling public experience on the Mother Road? We wonder such things when we travel Route 66 today. Those earlier times in the 1930s, 40s and 50s were not always captured on film. But the use of colorful postcards was common in those decades. These portray the historic road in its prime and help us to visualize, and appreciate, "earlier times" as we drive Route 66 today across Winslow. |
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