Route 66 was a mostly two lane highway that extended from Chicago to Los Angeles, through Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, and California, before gradually giving up to the modern interstate. Most of the old pavement is still there, and can be followed with the right maps and directions. I drove the entire length of old 66 in 2012, and invite you to follow along!
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
New Mexico Route 66 - San Jon
SAN JON, NEW MEXICO. The Western Motel on
Route 66, with cabins (and rust) that date back to the 1930's. According
to Jack Rittenhouse, San Jon in the 1940's was "still a center where
cowboys can come for Saturday night relaxation." The town today may be a
little too quiet for cowpokes letting off steam.
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