The 🕰️ Historic Alignment tag is used for segments of highway that follow a former or original route of a major U.S. highway—often bypassed, decommissioned, or rerouted over time. These alignments may include old pavement, narrow bridges, vintage signage, or remnants of once-thriving roadside towns.
These routes are valuable for their connection to highway history and often appeal to travelers interested in nostalgia, Americana, or the evolution of U.S. road infrastructure. They may no longer carry heavy traffic but still offer a glimpse into the past.
Take a desert drive along Historic Route 66 through Needles, California, where classic Americana meets rail history. This 3-mile segment weaves through sunbaked streets, under BNSF tracks, and reconnects with I-40, offering a nostalgic glimpse into the Mother Road’s d…
Cruise 11 miles of Historic Route 66 in Kingman, Arizona, from the northeast edge of town through its retro downtown to the scenic hills southwest of the city. Discover Route 66 landmarks and desert views along this iconic segment.
Take a cruise through quirky, colorful Seligman, Arizona—where Route 66 nostalgia lives on. From the iconic Snow Cap Drive-In to classic motels and neon signs, this short drive west through town captures the spirit of America’s most famous highway.
Cruise 17 miles of classic Americana on Historic Route 66 from Ash Fork to Seligman, Arizona. This quiet stretch features wide desert views, rolling hills, and original Mother Road pavement—perfect for a nostalgic road trip escape.
Take a high-country drive along Interstate 40 from Williams to Ash Fork, Arizona. This 16-mile route passes Bill Williams Mountain, skirts the Coconino National Forest, and offers a gateway to Historic Route 66 at Crookton Road.
Cruise through Winslow, Arizona on Historic Route 66, including a stop at the iconic “Standin’ on the Corner” park. This 3-mile journey follows the westbound lanes of old Route 66 along 3rd Street through downtown and back to I-40.
Cruise down Historic Route 66 through Gallup, New Mexico, in this 10-mile journey past landmarks like the El Rancho Hotel, the Rex Museum, and the BNSF rail line. Follow the Mother Road as it winds through downtown and exits into the New Mexico desert.
Take a nostalgic drive down Central Avenue in Albuquerque, New Mexico—Historic Route 66—where neon signs, university bustle, downtown charm, and desert landscapes bring the Mother Road to life. This 20-mile journey captures the spirit of old-school travel in a moder…
Cruise 4 nostalgic miles along Historic Route 66 through Santa Rosa, New Mexico—past the Blue Hole, vintage motels, and classic roadside Americana. A short but unforgettable slice of the Mother Road.
Cruise through Tucumcari, New Mexico along Historic Route 66 in this six-mile drive filled with retro neon, roadside nostalgia, and Route 66 landmarks. From the Welcome Center to the iconic statue, follow the heart of the Mother Road.
Cruise 3 miles through McLean, Texas on Historic Route 66. Visit the Devil’s Rope Museum, see the first Phillips 66 station outside Oklahoma, and enjoy a timeless slice of Route 66 Americana.
Take a drive down Historic Route 66 through Shamrock, Texas, and experience a short but unforgettable ride past iconic landmarks like the U Drop Inn and classic roadside charm that embodies the spirit of the Mother Road.