Route 66 Road Trip Guide

Route 66 from Chicago to LA in 28 Days with 4 Adults, 1 dog, & 1 cat, all in a Winnebago.

This page documents our trip in the Fall of 2021 and shares some info & history that I hope you’ll find entertaining and helpful if you’re planning a Route 66 trip yourself.

Free Google Map with 900+ things to Do & See on Route 66!

This google map was easily the most useful resource for our Route 66 road trip!

https://www.google.com/maps/placelists/list/SbAYEJ4mOa33VMrzyaQ5eKXZ5_qpeg

TIP: This map works great when paired with the Google map directions to help you stay on the original Route 66 at https://www.drivingroute66.com/route-66-maps/

*Unfortunately, there’s a glitch in Google maps that may give you an error when accessing this map because there are so many places saved. But I’ve found that if you open it in the mobile app on your smartphone it will work fine.

My Top Route 66 Resources

These 3 books were absolutely critical for our trip and I highly recommended them!

An impressive amount of history and stories all along Route 66

Absolutely critical for staying on the original Route 66! This book is also reffered to as the Route 66 bible

Lots of great points of interest that you would otherwise miss

Route 66 History, Attractions, & Road Trip Essentials with Jim Hinckley

This is my conversation with Route 66 Author, Tour Guide, and Advocate, Jim Hinkley. It’s a great primer and introduction to Route 66 if you’re taking. aroad trip soon or just want to learn more about the route!