Visit these quirky roadside attractions across the country on your next long road trip.
World’s Largest Ball of Twine in Cawker City, KS
Started in the year 1953, the World’s Largest Ball of Twine weighed over 5,000lbs and stood 8ft. high in just four years. Plan to stop by in August and you could be part of the annual Twine-A-Thon to add more twine!
(source: http://www.kansastravel.org/balloftwine.htm)
Paul Bunyan Land in Brainerd, MN
Visit the 26 foot tall animated, talking lumberjack with Babe the Big Blue Ox. The park offers a variety of amusement park rides and attractions for all family members to enjoy!
(source: https://paulbunyanland.com/ )
Carhenge in Alliance, NE
This attraction, a representation of England’s historical Stonehenge, features a circle of car sculptures crafted from old cars and car parts.
(source: http://carhenge.com/ )
Corn Palace in Mitchell, SD
The Corn Palace offers free guided tours throughout the summer months in this small South Dakota town. Learn how corn is grown, how the Palace was built and decorated, and bring home some fun corn souvenirs!
(source: http://www.cornpalace.org/ )
Weeki Wachee Springs State Park in Spring Hill, FL
Ever wanted to see a real-life mermaid? Well, Weeki Wachee Springs State Park will make your dreams come true! While you’re there, you can also swim in the beautifully pristine Buccaneer Bay and paddle down the Weeki Wachee River.
(source: https://weekiwachee.com/)
“Lover’s Leap” in Rock City, TN
Experience the world famous “Lover’s Leap” at Rock City, just a few miles from downtown Chatanooga. The area offers beautiful scenery from ancient rock formations, breathtaking panoramic views of state borders, and gardens with over 400 plant species.
(source: http://www.seerockcity.com/ )
Lucy the Elephant in Margate City, NJ
Along the beach in Josephine Harron Park, you’ll find Lucy the Elephant – a six story high historical monument constructed in 1881 that has since entertained passersby, tourists, and families alike. Climb the stairs inside Lucy’s legs to the 360degree lookout deck, or enjoy one of the many surrounding picnic tables over your Deli Express sandwich lunch.
(source: http://www.lucytheelephant.org/ )
The Haines Shoe House in York, PA
Stop by The Haines Shoe House for a guided tour of all five levels, and enjoy an ice cream treat on-site while you tour!
(source: http://www.hainesshoehouse.com/ )
The Cabazon Dinosaurs in Cabazon, CA
Dubbed one of the most iconic roadside attractions, the Cabazon Dinosaurs have appeared in films, media and pop culture moments across the nation. The exhibit features over fifty lifelike dinosaurs, guided tours and an array of on-site family activities.
(source: https://www.cabazondinosaurs.com/ )
