50 Bizarre Roadside Attractions In America That Every Traveler Should Stop For
From redwood forests to purple mountains, America has so many wonderful sights to offer — and some of them are flat-out odd! These roadside attractions are as intriguing as they are just downright weird. So whether you're just passing by or happen to have a site-seeing bucket list, these amazing, bizarre, and laughably odd spots should definitely be marked on your map.
50. George Washington's Bathtub (Berkeley Springs, West Virginia)
If history is your thing, you might be interested in finding George Washington's bath tub. West Virginia's Berkeley Springs State Park is not only home to natural beauties but also to what's believed to be the first president's old bath. The tub is part of the Washington Heritage Trail, which follows Washington's path from when he visited the area in 1748.
49. The Eternal Flame (Chestnut Ridge Park, New York)
Straying away from more obscene sights, Chestnut Ridge Park in upstate New York is home to what's known as the Eternal Flame. This fire, which sits quaintly within a small cavern of a waterfall, burns bright even in the dead of winter. The endless flame is fueled by a stream of natural gas flowing underground.
48. Ave Maria Grotto (Cullman, Alabama)
Created by a Benedictine monk over the course of 50 years, this masterpiece is comprised of 125 miniature replicas of some of the most famous religious structures in the world. Dubbed "Ave Maria Grotto," it's actually not located in some sprawling Italian countryside — instead, you'll find this piece in Cullman, Alabama.
47. Six-Ton Prairie Dog (Cactus Flat, South Dakota)
In Cactus Flat, South Dakota, stands a towering six-ton prairie dog statue, which has proudly resided there for more than five decades to promote the Ranch Store gift shop and a local "town" of prairie dogs. Why not grab a souvenir and some peanuts and go feed the adorable little guys?
