Overview
Winslow is a small town on Route 66 in Northern Arizona. While the town itself is of limited interest, it is a convenient gateway to a number of regional attractions.
7 sights · 1 things to do · 4 places to eat · 1 bars & cafés · 6 places to stay
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Best things about Winslow
Meteor Crater
This is an exceptionally well preserved meteor (impact) crater, although not the largest in the world as sometimes claimed. The crater was formed approximately 50,000 years ago by an explosion estimated to be the equival…
Homolovi State Park
This park preserves over seven separate ruined pueblos, and over 300 archeological sites. The park hosts interpretive programs throughout the year, and has a number of hiking trails as well as a year-round campground.
Take It Easy
Winslow owes much of its fame to the Eagles' hit song of the 1970s, "Take It Easy," with lyrics that talk about "standin' on a corner in Winslow, Arizona." If you want to relive the song, the town has erected a small exh…
Old Trails Museum
A small museum with exhibits detailing the history of the Winslow area.
Brigham City ghost town
Founded by Latter-day Saints in 1876, the town was abandoned in 1881 due to flash flooding. It is now on the register of National Historic Places, and 37 buildings have been partially restored.
Little Painted Desert County Park
A gem of a park, with a good view of the Painted Desert. The view is particularly beautiful in the early morning and late afternoon.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Apr–May, Sep–Oct. Summer highs reach about 93°F; winter lows dip to about 21°F. Very hot (Jun, Jul, Aug) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: Jul and Aug. (climate data from nearby Petrified Forest National Park)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- FLG Flagstaff Pulliam Airport, Flagstaff — 55 mi away. Directions
- SOW Show Low Regional Airport, Show Low — 66 mi away. Directions
- PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, Phoenix — 133 mi away (major hub). Directions
Winslow is on Interstate 40 (I-40), which follows the roadway of old Route 66 through much of Arizona. Several state and local highways connect the town to Phoenix, about 150 miles away, which is a major commercial air hub. To get to Winslow from Phoenix, you'll just have to drive.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
- Places to stay listed here: about $18–$89 a night (typical $42), from 8 listed prices.
- Estimated daily budget per person (room, two meals, local transport and an activity): budget ~$60, mid-range ~$120, comfortable ~$260.
Options are grouped as Camping in the Sleep guide ↓.
Sample 2-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Homolovi State Park, McHood Park / Clear Creek Reservoir, Old Trails Museum
- Lunch Casa Blanca Café
- Afternoon Take It Easy, Brigham City ghost town
- Dinner Turquoise Room
- Evening Tom's Tavern
Day 2
- Morning Meteor Crater
- Lunch Walmart Supercenter
- Dinner Safeway
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
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Understand
Get in
Winslow is on Interstate 40 (I-40), which follows the roadway of old Route 66 through much of Arizona. Several state and local highways connect the town to Phoenix, about 150 miles away, which is a major commercial air hub. To get to Winslow from Phoenix, you'll just have to drive.
Go Amtrak Station - WLO
The daily Southwest Chief Chicago-Los Angeles line stops in Winslow. The westbound train arrives at 8:50PM and the eastbound train arrives at 7:09AM. This stop has no ticket office and no Quik-Trak ticket machine so tickets must be purchased at another station or online.
Get around
See
See Meteor Crater
This is an exceptionally well preserved meteor (impact) crater, although not the largest in the world as sometimes claimed. The crater was formed approximately 50,000 years ago by an explosion estimated to be the equivalent of 2.5 megatons of TNT, or 150 times the force of the atomic bomb that destroyed Hiroshima. The meteorite itself was estimated to be 150 feet across and weighed approximately 300,000 tons. Although most of the meteorite itself vaporized upon impact, large chunks of nickel-iron remnants have been found in the surrounding area. It is historically important, as this was the site that informed much of the early theoretical work on the nature of meteorite impacts. Apollo astronauts trained here due to its similarity to lunar topography. The site is privately owned and includes a well-done visitor center with a number of interpretive exhibits and an on-site restaurant called Blasted Bistro. There short trails to viewpoints as well as a guided tour that goes around the rim.
See Take It Easy
Winslow owes much of its fame to the Eagles' hit song of the 1970s, "Take It Easy," with lyrics that talk about "standin' on a corner in Winslow, Arizona." If you want to relive the song, the town has erected a small exhibit at Standin' on the Corner Park in the downtown area; go there and see if a girl in a flat bed Ford slows down to take a look at you.
See Brigham City ghost town
Founded by Latter-day Saints in 1876, the town was abandoned in 1881 due to flash flooding. It is now on the register of National Historic Places, and 37 buildings have been partially restored.
See Little Painted Desert County Park
A gem of a park, with a good view of the Painted Desert. The view is particularly beautiful in the early morning and late afternoon.
See Rock Art Ranch House and Museum (Chevelon Steps Petroglyphs)
Over 3000 petroglyphs are located on what is now a working cattle and buffalo ranch. The petroglyphs are listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and have been determined to cover a period spanning 6000 years produced by several Native American cultures. Personal guided tours are offered by the ranch owner Brantley Baird and his ranch hand Clem Rogers.
Do
Do McHood Park / Clear Creek Reservoir
Offers opportunities for canoeing, fishing, swimming, and picnicking. Clear Creek Canyon, a deep rock canyon with petroglyphs, is accessible only by canoe. It is possible to camp here; see listing below.
Buy
Eat
Eat Casa Blanca Café
Serviceable, inexpensive Mexican food. A different opinion says this is one of the great bargain foodie road warrior stops if you want AzMex home cooking. Outstanding sopapillas, huevos rancheros and homemade salsa. Local dining at its finest. Kid friendly, family oriented, mobbed by locals.
Eat Turquoise Room
High-end drinking in the desert with a competent and capable barman. Perfect, a bit pricey, to wash that road dirt from your throat. Very classy and original.
Groceries
Eat Safeway
Has a hot and cold full-service deli for self-catering options, as well as a pharmacy onsite.
Eat Walmart Supercenter
Has a full grocery store, deli and pharmacy.
Drink
Drink Tom's Tavern
Soft neon beer sign glow to look at while you imbibe.
Sleep
Lodging in Winslow can charitably be described as "functional" – geared to the thousands of travelers passing by on I-40 who need a place to sleep and nothing more. The usual motels and motor lodges (Best Western, Days Inn, Super 8, etc.) cluster near the exits, with little to choose among them. For a bit of flavor of the old town and Route 66, try the La Posada Hotel.
Stay La Posada Hotel
One of the legendary Fred Harvey stations, designed by architect Mary Colter, is in the process of a multi-year restoration. An architectural gem and must-stop for Route 66 tourists, rail buffs and fans of Old Hollywood. Very-high-quality gift shop, excellent bar and quality high-end restaurant in The Turquoise Room. Pets welcomed for a slight additional charge. Pretentious and prissy staff can ruin the experience. Complete disconnect from the surrounding native populace.
Camping
Stay McHood Park / Clear Creek Reservoir
Grills and restrooms available, but no hookups or water connections. For park description, see listing above.
Go next
Nearby destinations include:
- Petrified Forest National Park The nearest major attraction, at ~90 minutes away.
- Flagstaff
- Grand Canyon
- Navajo Nation
- Riordan Mansion State Historic Park
Nearby
Homolovi Ruins State Park
Park · 4 mi away
Joseph City
City / town · 4 listings · 21 mi away
Holbrook
City / town · 15 listings · 32 mi away
Mormon Lake Village
City / town · 4 listings · 43 mi away
Petrified Forest National Park
Park · 14 listings · 51 mi away
Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument
Park · 3 listings · 51 mi away
Flagstaff
City / town · 87 listings · 54 mi away
Sedona
City / town · 60 listings · 61 mi away
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