Old Route 66 runs right through the heart of this dusty town. Old motels that have seen much better days and a few murals line the corridor. I tried to crop out the hobos in these pictures.
Elmer's Bottle Ranch is a glorious little attraction in the middle of the desert. It's taken Elmer Long over 17 years to construct his masterpiece and there is no doubt he will continue to grow it.
Victorville CA
A somewhat booming town that is covered in dust from a couple of large cement plants just as you enter town, the old route cuts right through with little fanfare. There is the California Route 66 Museum.
... and at least one vintage motel/sign.
Rialto CA
As we begin our descent into the Greater Los Angeles area there are still a few remnants left of the old Route 66. Some are abandoned and falling apart, but some are maintained and even refurbished. Witness the second of two remaining Wigwam Motels on the route.
Rancho Cucamonga CA
Amongst the numerous strip malls and chain store fronts is this beauty. Opened in 1915, this Richfield Station (Pre Atlantic-Richfield Company) predates Route 66. It was closed in 1970 and sat abandoned until 2000, when a group raised funds and refurbished it.
Santa Monica CA
All roads come to an end and this one stops at the foot of the Santa Monica Pier.
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