Get More Kicks on Route 66 in Oklahoma Than Anywhere Else in the Country
by Chase Horn, director of communications, Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department
Special to Welcome Home Winter Texan
There’s a reason Route 66 is called The Mother Road.
As one of the country’s original highways, it stretches more than 2,400 miles across eight states. For almost 100 years, Route 66 has served as a tourist destination for visitors from around the world.
The nation’s longest, drivable stretch of Route 66 cuts through Oklahoma. Making its way past charming towns, roadside diners, and quirky attractions, motorists will meet friendly people and find unique shopping and dining opportunities.
The Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department (OTRD) recently released an updated digital Route 66 Guide to help travelers discover some of Oklahoma’s hidden gems. The guide is the absolute best way to experience Oklahoma City, Tulsa, and authentic hometowns along America’s Main Street.
Learn about state-of-the-art museums that pay tribute to the iconic highway, including the Oklahoma Route 66 Museum in Clinton, the National Transportation and Route 66 Museum in Elk City, and the Route 66 Interpretive Center in Chandler. The guide also features five new events and 14 attractions, including the Cherokee Nation Anna Mitchell Cultural Center in Vinita, the Teepee Drive-In Theater in Sapulpa, and the Route 66 Train Town in Stroud.
For a more interactive drive, order–or download–the free Route 66 passport. Earn stamps as you stop at some of the most recognizable stops, like the Blue Whale of Catoosa, the Tula Golden Driller, or Pops 66 Soda Ranch. Earn a magnet for each section of the passport you complete; if you’re able to finish the entire passport, you’ll receive a commemorative coin for your efforts.
Visitors from as far away as Japan and New Zealand have already made the 400-mile trek across Route 66 in Oklahoma to earn their commemorative coin. What’s stopping you?
To learn more about Route 66 in Oklahoma and to download your free Route 66 guide or passport, visit TravelOK.com.
Chase Horn, director of communications, Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department
