Aug 3, 2017

Cool Springs Station in Arizona | Route 66

Located along the western Arizona stretch of Route 66, the Cool Springs Station is a restored service station and a unique little roadside attraction that dates back to the 1920s. It's pretty much in the middle of nowhere, but Cool Springs rose to popularity as a notable stopping point before the steep grades and canyon passes that greet you as you head west to Oatman. 

Cool Springs Station Route 66 ArizonaWith the eventual decline of Route 66, Cool Springs eventually became a ruin before it was rebuilt and reopened in 2005. Today the location has a small museum and gift shop, plus some great photo opportunities. Also, if you're familiar with Radiator Springs from Cars, you'll recognize a lot of similarities with the scenery in this area providing inspiration for the film.
  
Cool Springs Station Route 66 Arizona

Cool Springs Station Route 66 Arizona

Cool Springs Station Route 66 Arizona


Cool Springs Station Route 66 Arizona
Cool Springs Station Route 66 Arizona

Cool Springs Station Route 66 Arizona

Cool Springs Station Route 66 Arizona

Cool Springs Station Route 66 Arizona

Cool Springs Station Route 66 Arizona

Cool Springs Station Route 66 Arizona

Cool Springs Station Route 66 Arizona
Cool Springs Station Route 66 Arizona

Cool Springs Station Route 66 Arizona

Cool Springs Station Route 66 Arizona

Cool Springs Station Route 66 Arizona

Cool Springs Station Route 66 Arizona

Cool Springs Station Route 66 Arizona

Cool Springs Station Route 66 Arizona

Cool Springs Station Route 66 Arizona
Cool Springs Station Route 66 Arizona


Cool Springs Station Route 66 Arizona

Cool Springs Station Route 66 Arizona

Cool Springs Station Route 66 Arizona

Cool Springs Station Route 66 Arizona
Cool Springs Station Route 66 Arizona


Cool Springs Station Route 66 Arizona
Cool Springs Station Route 66 Arizona