One of our absolute favorite things to do when we are out riding around is to find roadside oddities and attractions. We have been known to make many a U-turn while driving down the road. This page will be dedicated to any roadside attractions we have found in the state of New Mexico.
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Blue Hole
Location: 1085 Blue Hole Road
City: Santa Rosa
Region of State Located: East Central
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The Blue Hole is located off Rt 66 in the town of Santa Rosa. It’s a tourist attraction, swimming venue, and dive destination. It’s a clear blue body of water that remains at a constant temperature of 62 degrees. To learn more about the Blue Hole you can use the link below to access Wikipedia.
Car On A Pole
Location: 2436 RT 66
City: Santa Rosa
Region of State Located: Central
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The car on a pole is located in the parking lot of the Route 66 Auto Museum in Sant Rosa
RT 66 Auto Museum
Location: 2436 Historic RT 66
City: Santa Rosa
Region of State Located In: Central
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Going together with the “Car on the Pole” shown earlier on this page is the RT 66 Auto Museum. The car on the pole is actually in the parking lot of this museum. This museum is full of RT66 memorabilia, hot rods, and classic cars. There is a $5 admission fee but we feel it was well worth it.
Russell’s Travel Center
Location: I-40 Exit 369
City: Glen Rio
State of Region Located: East/Central
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This truck stop along Interstate 40 in New Mexico is more than a quick stop to fuel up. There is a retro RT 66 diner, grocery store, and our favorite, the car & memorabilia museum, which was free.