Holbrook
Wigwam Motel & ancient forests
Holbrook is the gateway to Petrified Forest National Park, where 225-million-year-old petrified wood litters a 28-mile scenic drive through the Painted Desert. In town, the Wigwam Motel — built by Chester Lewis in 1950 — lets you sleep in concrete teepee rooms, one of the most photographed lodgings on Route 66.
Joe & Aggie's Cafe has been serving travelers since 1943 with hearty breakfasts, burgers, and New Mexican-inspired dishes in a nostalgic roadside setting.
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Wigwam Motel
CAN'T MISSBuilt by Chester Lewis in 1950, this iconic motel features 15 concrete teepee rooms arranged in a semi-circle. Each room is fully modernized inside while preserving the kitschy exterior.
Petrified Forest National Park
CAN'T MISSA 28-mile scenic drive through the Painted Desert reveals 225-million-year-old petrified wood, ancient petroglyphs, and sweeping badland vistas.
restaurantWhere to Eat
Joe & Aggie's Cafe
Diner$RT66 CLASSICA classic Route 66 diner serving travelers since 1943. Hearty breakfasts, burgers, and New Mexican-inspired dishes in a nostalgic roadside setting.
Tips for Visiting Holbrook
Book the Wigwam Motel well in advance — it's one of the most popular stays on Route 66.
Petrified Forest National Park's 28-mile scenic drive takes 2–3 hours with stops.
Do NOT take any petrified wood from the park — it's illegal and carries heavy fines.