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Roadside Peek will take you on a roadside journey in time. Travel the road along the old routes across America. See the old motels, bowling alleys, drive-in theatres, neon signs, petrol pumps, googie sites, tiki villages, and other roadside treasures, including Route 66.

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Mammoth Giant Orange. Closed 2007, dismantled 2008. Photo by Roadsidepeek.com



Scene along Arizona Route 66. Photo by Roadsidepeek.com



Route 66 Motel, Selighman AZ. Photo by Roadsidepeek.com

 

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While this site is based in Southern California, the majority of content on Roadside Peek is from locations outside of the area. Stop in, grab a beef jerky and take an adventure in time to see the old treasures of the road.


Building Demolition

 

The significant roadside buildings and signage has disappeared at an alarming rate despite the best efforts of local fans and preservationists.

 
Many popular roadside delights have become lost treasures in recent years due to redevelopment, or what some call "progress".

 

Stardust Hotel and Casino. Demolished 2007. Photo by Roadsidepeek.com


The Habit, Visalia CA. Formerly Mearle's Drive-in. Photo by Roadsidepeek.com

 

On the bright side, several mid-century delights have seen its architecture and signage reused in its new environment.

 
 

 

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