8 States ~ 2,451 Miles ~ 60 Days ~ Historic ROUTE 66

"End of the Trail" 66 Sign GPS 34.009254, -118.497582
Rodeo Drive GPS 34.070098, -118.403876
Witch's House GPS 34.068803, -118.411322
Loomis House GPS 34.092909, -118.206616
WigWam Motel GPS 34.106973, -117.350315
Parking Under Billboard GPS 34.3678706, -117.4273518
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My name is Eric and I travel with my cat, “Jax” in a 2001 Chevy Fleetwood Tioga Arrow 24D Class C RV. We travel about 45 miles a day chasing 70 degrees year-round. Here are some popular questions asked:
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[@k.r.v.4219]

Hello Eric & Jax! Wow that trip along the wests mother road is near the top of my bucket list! So I will be following you two on your amazing trip, I am very thankful that I've found someone that has taken it upon themselves to do what you are! So here's to wishing you two all the best of luck, fun and safe travels!!

[@angelajohnson5728]

Jax can do a 1 mile round-trip walk, and it would do him good! Route 66- William Least-Heat Moon would approve. I'm looking forward to it! Tip: WLHM says diners with more than one calendar on the wall have the best food!

[@SandraLC7]

You have really come up with a great idea. My parents took the reverse route when my dad was going out to San Diego to be shipped out as a Marine to the South Pacific in WWII. It will be fun to see what they saw - and think of them taking that route. Happy Trails, Eric.

[@bradleysonthemove5790]

Awe SWEET!! Been wanting to do this road trip ... glad you're plotting the course! Thanks Eric :D

[@sarahmbelden]

Jax looks perfectly happy in his stroller and he really seems to enjoy it. Keep it up Eric :) Fine and dandy.

[@suedavis681]

Jax loves the stroller and you love Jax......nuff said! Looking forward to riding along with you on Route 66.

[@thefranks8726]

Very nice video! Don't even listen to the people that complain about the stroller! We have an elderly dog that we are considering purchasing a stroller for. Jax loves his stroller, you like it, ya'll are having fun - that's all that matters :)

[@jpinto9102]

i did only a small part of rt 66 back in my college days.. cant wait to see the rest of it thru your eyes...Thank you for sharing!!

[@bigtrouble72]

If memory serves me correctly, RTE 66 goes right next to the Meteor Crater in Arizona. I remember walking out there at dusk and finding the old RTE 66 signs. No one out. Simply gorgeous and super dark at night.

[@nomadicfanatic]

Nice! I'll see if I can run into that too!

[@bcphantom]

Eric I know your to young to remember but your proposed trip reminds me of an old TV series called Route 66. Two young "soldiers of fortune" set out across America on Route 66. The series aired from 1960-64 and was shot all over America. Bon voyage my friend looking forward to this adventure.

[@jodybarkema4714]

I loved revisiting Route 66 with you as I traveled it many many times with my parents as a child. It’s always been my dream to drive it again as an adult. Thanks so much for this!

[@gmoney876]

So jealous... I have seen other Route 66 vids and enjoyed them... Hope to see you meet some of the people along the way.. Rodeo Drive was awesome, as was Santa Monica Peir. I once drove out the PCH to Santa Barbara and loved the views... I would go back in a sec. Good luck on your trip...After Chicago swing thru Cincinnati... G

[@peterandrews4172]

I started watching your videos when I was looking for VAN modifications . ( remember the black van ) .. have been following along since ....thanks for the great videos ...there are more of us that REALLY enjoy your efforts than the negative nelleys.....tell Jax I said HI ..:)

[@MrMarkpeggy]

Awesome idea on your tour of Route 66 Eric! I am sure that there are many more that will subscribe to your channel. Thank you so much for taking us along on your journey!

[@flydriveexplore]

Just catching up with your Route 66 series. Very enjoyable and lots of useful info, we're planning to go later in the year. Keep up the vids.

[@leewilliams7443]

Fantastic tour on Route 66 Eric keep those videos coming so we all can see what you see as you travel Route 66 I am very glad that you and Jax are enjoying all the sights be safe on the road my friend and Keep On RV'n....

[@87xfute]

Hi Eric, wow I was so surprised with Rodeo Drive, I thought it would've been busy 24/7 like New York or that !!! Route 66 is an icon and a MUST do once in your life for an American I think !! (a bucket list thing). Don't worry about those who say bad things about Jax in the stroller they don't get it or their NOT cat people. I live in Australia so I'm very envy is of your trip BUT at least I'll be able to experience a little of what it's like. Safe travels, Seeya Rob

[@renochick333]

Really enjoyed this video Eric.....my old stomping ground. Can't wait to see the rest ! GET YOUR KICKS ON ROUTE 66 !! Hubby used to travel it with his family every summer going back East. Stay safe and give Jax a kiss for me !! :)

[@marcserra1]

Just wanted to say thanks for all you share, I really look forward to your videos. I work long days and it's nice to see all your adventures

[@truetexas]

We traveled the original Route 66 about 10 years ago and loved it. It gets hard to stay on the original route at times but that's part of the fun. I know you will love the adventure and look forward to seeing it again through your eyes.

[@donremley9580]

Cat in a stroller is neat! I have one for my mini aussie. She loves it....besides that I can take her inside places that don't allow dogs. No one seems to mind if she is in the stroller.

[@shellyscott4822]

I'm just loving this idea!!...Loved the filming today and really looking forward to our ;) new adventure!! xoxoxo Jax :)

[@markfaunce7744]

what a great idea taking route 66 look forward to following you with the videos appreciate it and thank you for sharing probably get to see places that I'd never get to

[@theresawebster1027]

What an exciting thing to do! I'm looking forward to tagging along with you & Jax! Happy travels!

[@chriskozak4966]

Hey Eric & Jax, ❤️this vid. The Loomis House looked interesting. I will check it out. Thanks for showing Rodeo Drive, CA & Jaxman in his buggy looked cute. Route 66 here I come. Be safe both of you.✌🏽🌴😎

[@PrinceXzizar]

i love your videos im a new subscriber and viewer im from sweden i love your adorable baby boy cat. keep up with the videos my friend you have made my day better you are an cool guy thumbs up👍🏻🙂

[@rawelk]

We've travelled Route 66 many times between Santa Monica, California and Joplin Missouri but have never been up to Chicago. I'm looking forward to seeing your video adventure, especially to sections of Route 66 we have yet to drive. Happy travels.

[@bestwholeworld5276]

Once I get my van converted I plan on doing a similar route, spending time on the west coast before traveling Route 66. I look forward to your videos and getting some of your expert tips. Enjoy the journey!

[@0HARE]

I'm happy to see you do this Historic Route 66 tour. I want to do it myself sometime. The guide book was a great tip. I think I'll try to find one on-line, and study up. I recommend you read the Wikipedia article on Route 66. I was on a deserted stretch of highway in New Mexico one day, and saw a sign indicating that this stretch of road was 'at one time' part of Route 66. I got curious, and looked it up on Wikipedia. There were some changes to the Route throughout the years. In Arizona, there is an intact section, and Oklahoma has a great nearly intact section, between Oklahoma City and Tulsa. I lived in Amarillo, TX for a few years, and the section of the Route through that city is pretty well intact, with lots of cool stuff to see. Wishing you well, and Happy Trails!

[@leann4925]

Now this is going to be an exciting chapter in your book of travels. Looking forward to it and to your reaction. Enjoy seeing Jax ridding in his stroller. Thanks!

[@edwardterry3497]

I know it is a long way away at this point. But, I recommend the Rock Cafe in Stroud, OK. Good food and it was featured on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives. The owner has been a strong advocate of Route 66 in Oklahoma for several years.

[@kevinburke4197]

Very excited about your Rt 66 journey. I have done portions of it. You are in for a lot of fun.

[@rvpandamonium]

Awesome. .. seems like a fun trip....safe travels and thanks for sharing 😀👍

[@rebekahleonard2884]

Thank you, Jax and Eric, for sharing this trip with us!

[@klouism1]

Awesome Video. Jax is liking your travels too.

[@janicehart5397]

I am really looking forward to this series. I imagine you will pass a lot of interesting sites, and thanks for taking us along for the ride!

[@tinamulcahy6784]

Love your channel. Excited about this portion. I live in Alaska and have not been out of state in about 15-20 years. I will be taking a vacation and will be driving on Rt 66! Loving the preview!

[@lemoncrinckles]

Hi, Eric. Back in 2006 there was a wildly popular show on the Food Network called, "Feasting on Asphalt", hosted by Alton Brown, one of the food network icons. Your upcoming journey reminded me of that series. Although Alton's focus was on food, he wove in local sights and stories in a most engaging way. Just as you do. Safe travels. (Alton did a follow up series, but the first was the best and most popular.)

[@annhofland7232]

great route Eric really looking forward to this be safe and happy trails🙂

[@Tonympiotrowski]

Yea!! Yinz are doing Route 66!!! I'm from Pittsburgh so I'm a yinzer. Anyways, I CAN'T wait for the upcoming videos!! Hi Jax, hugs and kisses.

[@timhill2849]

you will love that trip. take your time , there is alot of history and lots to see.. Enjoy and B safe out there..

[@maynardcat]

You and Jax will be just like Buzz and Todd in the 1960's Route 66 TV series, they toured the country traveling on Route 66 in their corvette meeting interesting people , experiencing new adventures in every town, route 66 is one of my favorite them songs . I'm really looking forward to traveling route 66 with you and Jax, this should be very enjoyable.

[@maryl2305]

This looks like a fun adventure and I love Jax being able to go with you in his stroller. Plus, he is safe. Enjoy

[@susanolson3611]

this trip is a great choice, love the history. i am looking forward to learning a lot

[@huey2074]

Always wanted to do Route 66. It's sounds so exciting of a adventure. Doing it slow and checking out the old stuff and the new. Boondocking most of the time. The book will be helpful in the points of interest to see. Jax looked cool in his buggy. Thanks again for sharing and all the hard work you putting into your video

[@safecrackerdude]

Eric, glad to see your out of LA safely, this should be a great journey. I have made this trip halfway many times from Southern California to Oklahoma you will know your halfway at the Mid point Cafe in Texas. Hope you and Jax have a safe journey.

[@gartelicgaming]

My wife, son and I are going to be doing the same thing you are doing right now. We however have to wait for the son to get out of school. As soon as he is out of school we are going to drive from here in Grayland WA. down east OR and CA. I will be posting videos as soon as we get the inside of our Winnebago Aspect 29H looking like home. We are going to be heading for east WA. this weekend to get some sunny weather to install a new fan and some vent covers. Looks like you have a good start to your trip. I have been watching a lot of videos as of late looking just to find all I can about what I am doing and how to do it better. Sorry if I do not watch all your videos on your "Trip Down The Old Mother Road 66". I took a trip when i was younger down it but I am sure that I did not see everything. Maybe I will go back and watch them after I get down the road in June. Well this is getting long so I will finish this by saying "Safe travels".

[@unclelar819]

When you get to Joliet, IL, let me know. I'll buy you lunch at the Route 66 Diner. (Very good burgers, fries, malts, etc.) You can also check out the Joliet Historical Museum and Route 66 Welcome Center here as well as the old Joliet Prison and Rialto Square Theater (1926).

[@xplorearizona154]

Uncle Lar i hope he takes you up on it. thanks

[@odontomatix]

There are a couple of nice Route 66 museums in Kingman Arizona. One is called the Powerhouse Visitor Center. The other is the Mojave Museum, which is walking distance from Powerhouse. Kingman also has a railroad museum, but it was closed when I visited. Going further east, across from the Grand Canyon Railway RV park is the Grand Canyon Brewing Company brew-pub (in Williams AZ) which is very nice inside. Big parking lot there so it's easy to park the RV. Williams is also a Route 66 tourist spot. There's an RV park in Williams which has railway cars made into motel rooms, kind of interesting to see from the outside. (Canyon Motel & RV Park). When you go through Flagstaff AZ, stop at the Lowell Observatory for a guided tour. It's up a short steep hill, but your motorhome will handle it. My 24' Class C did fine. It costs about $15 as I recall, but interesting, and it has some nice things in the gift shop. Lowell Observatory is where the planet Pluto was discovered. The telescope used for that discovery is out of service being reconditioned, but a larger telescope is on the tour, which was used to create maps of the lunar surface for NASA's first manned lunar landing and which is where astronomer Vera Rubin made her observations that lead her to conclude the existence of "dark matter". Astronomer Percival Lowell himself is entombed there in a sarcophagus under a glass dome. His widow wanted him to be able to look at the night sky in the afterlife. The museum there has Lowell's big red 1911 Stevens-Duryea Model Y "Big Six" motorcar, beautifully restored. Further east on I-40 (paralleling historic Route 66) you'll reach Winslow AZ on old Route 66, where the "standin' on the corner" park is the location of the actual corner in the song made famous by The Eagles. You too can stand on the same corner and take a selfie. There's even a flatbed Ford parked on that corner, as in the song, and the image painted on the storefront window recreates "the girl my Lord in the flatbed Ford slowin' down to take a look at me". That's as far east on Route 66 as I got on my recent 2500 mile loop from Santa Cruz (CA) through Mojave (CA) and through Arizona, which I did over a 2-week period last month. I skipped the Meteor Crater that's about 6 miles south of I-40 between Flagstaff and Winslow. Your guide book probably tells you about it. After leaving I-40, I drove about an hour south on I-17 to Sedona AZ, the most beautiful sight on my Arizona trip, but that's off of your Route 66 path. (If you do go to Sedona, I recommend you take I-17 and continue to the Arizona-179 intersection, then double back northward on 179. This avoids a section of steep sharp switchbacks on 89-A which is the direct route from Flagstaff.) "Get your kicks on Route 6 6."

[@kristinecannon3440]

Love your videos! So glad I can watch your travels on Route 66! Thanks for sharing!

[@violafay7458]

Good luck this is apart of my bucket list to travel Rt. 66.. will enjoy watching you travel it.. Give Jax a huge from me..

[@sylvesterkelly3361]

cant wait to see you go in this amazing route. I visited the States last year and had a chance to travel trough route 66 Best summer in many years!

[@HeavenintheGarden]

Excited for this leg of your journey! When I was last at Grand Canyon, there was a cool diner in Williams called the Cruisers Cafe - I think it's very Eric... You'd like it and not expensive so friendly to the budget... Be safe and Have a blast Eric!

[@lucymarksart]

Hey this is going to be great going on Route 66 with you ! Can you (if and when you see any) point out or film the odd craft centre. I love it when you take us round the quirky little craft and arts places on the road !

[@WaterSelkie2000]

Hey there.. I lived on Route 66 (on the corner of 66 & Short Street) in Waynesville, Missouri. Went to high school across the street where the Waynesville Tigers played. 1967 - 1972. Please wave when you drive by. Oh.. and stop at the Roubidoux Bridge that goes over the Roubidoux Creek where I spent some time hanging around with friends. Also... lol.. saw Tommy James & the Shondells at the local theater. LOL. fun. hugs enjoy your trip on route 66.

[@KHAEntertainment]

Next time you venture to LA, I'd be happy to show you a few more RV safe areas! There's several on the west side. Lived in an RV for a month while shooting a movie in Feb, so I researched all the spots I could.

[@makedamnsure1993]

this is my first time here, i saw ur route 66 playlist and i watched the 1st video the. i automatically tap the like and subscribe button. watching the whole episode later after my work 👍🏼

[@SuperLaplander]

Great idea for your trip. This one I look forward to. Best regards from a sunny Stockholm.

[@1jackieworcs]

Really intrigued to see your adventures on Route 66!

[@LetsRVtv]

I'm loving it. You've got me on the hook. I think this is a great idea. Be safe and enjoy.

[@markfreedom532]

Very cool plan. I am glad to see you venturing on famous RT. 66!

[@Dixiered03]

Love quirky and off the wall stuff! Looking forward to the journey. Love that first house!!!!

[@jw1958ful]

There is a quirky roadside restaurant in Seligman az. which should be right up your ally. Pretty cool trip your on there, It perks my interest when you go thru my neighborhoods. Happy trails on 66. jim

[@nomadicfanatic]

Thanks!

[@Festus_Clamrod_]

Delgadillo's Snow Cap Drive-in look for Angel he is the coolest cat in town!

[@RAYSORENSEN]

Sounds like a great trip ahead. Look forward to your reports along the road.

[@dawns4kitties]

The stroller thing is awesome! Your a good kitty daddy! Dawn here from Maine. Keep being you!

[@beerichman5019]

dude .. your show brings me peace.. y? keep up the great work!

[@garleto]

Love it.. like the fact you’re taking your time to see it all and bringing us along .👏

[@WonderfulWanderingTopics]

This should be a good road trip on Route 66. It would be nice if you could point out any farms along the route and what they are growing. Thanks for your videos.

[@kalikaren2400]

What fun! I've been on bits of 66 in California and from Arizona to Oklahoma. I'm interested to see what fun spots I've missed. Safe travels to you and Jax.

[@skogsbosse]

Route 66, one thing I have on my bucketlist. It will be interesting to follow you on your trip.

[@k2wo1]

This is really going to be nice! I've always wanted to do the Route 66 journey. Looking forward to your videos.

[@KauaiMike1000]

Route 66! Great theme and fantastic start!

[@happyhighway106]

#80 Hello, Eric. I'm excited to see Route 66 from your side. I been there several times and always find something new. So I am looking forward to your videos. Let the Wheels Turn!

[@1Verminator]

Great boondocking place and view at the Amboy Crater in CA. Oatman, AZ is great just watch out for the burros walking down the middle of the road. The road on the east side of Oatman going into Kingman, AZ is very narrow and curvy. Kingman has lots of Route 66 history. Also I drove my dually on the road to Oatman and it was very tight, you will have fun with your rig. About a month ago when I went through Amboy the road was closed east of Amboy due to bridge work and you had to devert to Hwy 40 for a bit.Enjoy the adventure.

[@terestarr4598]

My husband and I along with his brother did part of Rt. 66 last summer. We rented a 30 ft. Class C and enjoyed it so well we bought our own this past January. We saw some awesome sights however, a lot of The Mother Road is not maintained like it was back in the day. All in all it was a very exciting trip and I am eager to do it again. I love your videos...!! Happy Travels and give Jax's ears a good scratch from me.

[@billbsnapshot220]

Hi Eric, When I was a kid We stayed at one of the Wigwam motels. It was cool as a kid and when I get back out that way I would stay again just for old times..

[@geargriden19]

Looking forward to the videos for the next couple of months!! Especially when you come through Mo, even though i don't think there's much exciting along ol' route 66!! You like fishing? *Have a good'nnn*

[@Angel-yl1ck]

Love the New Route! I'm really looking forward to your new travels and videos. Where are all the people?? Exciting days ahead.

[@ratmannlibertyhound6755]

Eric can't wait to see more of 66. That's the path I'm taking out of Cali in July . I'm sure you'll be long gone by then but I look out for you anyway.

[@OnTheHighWatch]

It will be fun to watch Justin and you cross paths in New Mexico.

[@dianecraig6055]

I had to laugh at your Rodeo drive part - when my husband & I took a tour a few years ago, they stopped on Rodeo drive and we could walk around & "shop". I called my sister and said, "I had to call you...I'm on Rodeo Drive and I'm wearing head to toe KMart and Walmart clothing"... we had such a laugh. I think I took a picture of that same sexy car. A Bugatti? Not sure if that the way you spell it... Love the Route 66 tour - great idea - this is going to be FUN!!!

[@dawnboggs5023]

My husband and I LOVE your cat stroller. We are getting one!! awesome!!

[@tonyrigger]

Great idea mate. Me and the misses love watching your travels.

[@ppeters480]

We stayed there 2 years ago, yes like a tiny house I suppose, room was adequate but bathroom was rather small. Still have to stay in the WigWam in Holbrook AZ will wait till you arrive there

[@jameslacey460]

You have an easy, believable and likeable way about you. Thanks for all your videos. You're a "natural".

[@gracemanx1592]

I'm excited for your trip!! Check out the Bagdad Cafe in Newberry Springs between Barstow and Ludlow, they made a movie there years ago. Have fun!

[@johnflameling1647]

I live in Victorville. You were close! Wish I could of seen you and Jax. Safe travels

[@tommykelly2375]

What a great idea..looking forward to your travels

[@mollyquin5155]

So looking forward to this trip! That travel guide looks like it packs a lot of interesting places. :-)

[@tracykelvin7933]

Loved your video, an am looking forward to following you on Route 66!!

[@ka1133]

Very cool ... Route 66 - The Mother Road ... has been on my bucket list for a few years now. I'll be following along with great interest.

[@howarddack2329]

Thank you, best wishes for a wonderful journey, we will be with you all thew way.

[@bradreynolds7954]

There is a Teepee motel just North of Wharton, TX that also has an RV park built beside it if I remember correctly. Been a while since we've been through there. It is just southwest of the Houston area....Never stayed there, just driven past it.

[@johnshirley9995]

You have to stop at Ted Drewes Frozen Custard, when you pass through my hometown of St. Louis. It is on Chippewa, which used to be part of Route 66. I think before Culvers opened Frozen Custard was pretty much only sold in St. Louis and Wisconsin. Try a St. Louis style pizza at IMOS if you've never had one. It uses a cheese that is only sold in St. Louis. You can also take a detour to Forest Park (where also the 1904 World's Fair was held) and go to the history museum. They have a nice Route 66 exhibit there. You can ride your bike across the old Chain of Rocks bridge. It was once part of 66 and now is used for a bike trail over the Mississippi. It was also used in the filming of the movie Escape from New York.

[@corimur6333]

I'm so excited to go on this journey with you! I want to do it myself someday. There's lots of weird things. cool things and places where it was filmed in a movie/show. that's what I'd like to see. Have a great trip! I'll be watching, I'm a big fan :)

[@backoffjoe8347]

I would have predicted your sense of humor would have included a line about getting some kicks on route 66, maybe I'm too old. your content is great, thanks I've enjoyed the videos.

[@judithneeley5229]

I was kind of wondering just when you would announce your plans. You certainly gave some clues in previous videos. Well done. Great start to a new adventure. Take your time, see as many sights as you can. I've never made the trek, so looking forward to the next two months of armchair travel. Be safe and have fun. Give Jax some catnip for me, pets, too.

[@nomadicfanatic]

Thanks Judith. I'm in no hurry. :) Happy to share! thanks for the catnip!

[@graceandglory1948]

We really enjoyed watching this. Brought back some old memories..thanks!

[@RussellParker]

in Hesperia you were at the terminus of 395... that would be an excellent north south trip someday... goes to canadian border. I've done it.

[@thetravlinman8111]

You and Jax are awesome. New fan here! Keep up the great videos.