Holbrook, AZ

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Petrified Forest. The only national park that contains a section of historic Route 66. On the edge of the mesa at the northern end of the park, the Painted Desert Inn—it’s a landmark but no longer an inn—overlooks the colorful badlands; take in the panoramic views with a half-mile one-way hike along the Painted Desert’s rim. $10/vehicle; nps.gov/pefo

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Wigwam Motel (pictured). Bedding down in one of the 15 tipi rooms is a quintessential Route 66 experience. From $58; galerie-kokopelli.com/wigwam