30 Best Stops Between Barstow and Visalia (2024)

My spaceship has touched down at this magnificent art exhibit many times over a period of 27 years. I am always thoroughly amazed by the never-ending plethora of pieces an individual can enjoy.My favorite is the rocket made from scrap metal and the outhouses.If you are visiting this exhibit please be aware it is a highly visited area and at certain times of the day you will be waiting for a clear picture as everyone is looking for that perfect shot. Weekdays are probably est

what a cute place to visit, easy to get there, free to enter and they take donations. The artist is having fun with all the sculptures and details. So much fun to walk around and see the creative side of each piece. Thank you and definitely we will be back. It is hot and no restroom on site, plan accordingly.

I loved the Bottle Tree Ranch. It has a unique beauty. If you're on this stretch of Route 66, the National Trails Highway, stop in and enjoy it. Please be respectful. The site is fragile. There was a donation box, but it was missing when we stopped in 😞

A very unique place in the historic route 66! It's open so you can wander around and see all the bottle trees!! Pretty unique experience!!

SO HOT when we stopped so our tour was cut short but it was definitely a fun pit stop. It's about 10 miles from the highway but if you enjoy silly sights like we do, this is a good one to walk through.

We stopped by on the way to Vegas. It’s a good 2.5 hour drive from San Diego and was a good break. It’s along Route 66 nothing but plots of dirt land.Depends on where you look, the hours listed may be different and I read that visitors come and the gates are locked. But I saw somewhere that they open at 7am and I emailed to confirm but never got a response. We took a chance and got there 8:45am. Surprisingly they were open with a sign that says “Welcome come on in”. It’s a wire gate with a latch that you let yourself in. We spent a total of 15 minutes.It’s just a bunch of glass jars, antiques and iron works. Saw an old rusted cash register, sewing machine, hood caps, random various items large and small, high and low. Very photo worthy from all angles.

An incredible and iconic place on Route 66!You gotta make sure to plan a visit here because everything is absolutely crazy (in a good way).The place features a huge collection of bottles lined up in vertical poles and decorated with bizarre items, which thanks to the sun give very nice colors and shadows.There is a big parking space in front and the entrance is free, although a small offer is appreciated for the care that everyday is put in this place.

Recommended plate to stop for 5 to 10 minutes, since it's not a huge place. Sculptures made out of bottles and other recycled items. Made by creative mind(s). Good photo op. Please bring some cash to leave a donation (donation box at the back, towards the house)

We visited Elmer's Bottle Tree Ranch in May, 2023. I gave a five star rating not because it was the best place ever. No, it was because of the uniqueness of the place. When we stopped, it didn't see like anyone was around. But they had a sign to open the gate and visit.We didn't stay all that long since we were really pressed for time since we stretched ourselves thin that day. We walked around and took pictures. I was amazed with the artistry in thinking to create such a place.We stayed for a few minutes and enjoyed this magical little place. Then we close the gate behind us and were gone almost as fast as we arrived. All I can say is that if you are driving by, and maybe doing Route 66. You really should take the time to visit Elmer's Bottle Tree Ranch. It's unique and interesting. I gave it five stars because of that.

A must see if you are travelling Route 66! An amazing array of bottles and vintage items used to create a forest of alternative trees. This has clearly taken a lot of time and effort to make and it is a great roadside attraction. Highly recommended!

This is a very worthwhile stop on beautiful Route 66, even worth a road trip for this place alone.The art is amazing, and incorporates repurposed materials with an impressive collection of antique road signs, sewing machines, typewriters, and so much more. It's both serene and surreal exploring the forest of bottle trees, complimented by chimes and the many birds who also seem to enjoy this unique forest in the desert. There's even a picnic table in the middle, perfect for enjoying your lunch in this roadside wonder.Make sure to pay some scritches to the cuddly caretaker, and drop a donation in the wishing well to bless your next adventure

Beautiful open air museum made of about 200 large metal pipes holding colorful glass bottles in the shape of trees. It was the work of Elmer Long (passed away in 2019) who collected all the bottles in the desert with his father. The entrance is free but you can leave a donation (there was nobody at the time of my visit).

Absolutely fantastic! Found this place through a Google search of what to do near Adelanto california. It steered us here, and we didn't know what to expect. Driving up, it was clear why this place is so interesting. Had a nice chat with Brian who is the current caretaker of the place. It's obvious that he cares about the story of Elmer.. we spent a long time walking around again and again. You see something new each time you walk around! We left our own wine bottle with Brian, hoping it ends up on a new tree. Definitely going back here-- it's an easy drive from Vegas and well worth the time!!

This is just one of those magical roadside stops along Route 66. Loved looking at the different bottles and the many ways Elmer came up for displaying them. Our kids had a blast! I hope his family continues to add to this whimsical display.

Been a minute since I came to this unique spot. Never fails to amuse me. So much art to appreciate and love how hardly anyone is here. It's not your typical overcrowded popular spot.

Took my dog and drove here on new year's day. Followed the sign. Pushed the gate and went in to take a look around. We were the only ones there. There were random stuffs but the bottle trees were uniquely displayed. Thank you Mr Elmer and family that kept it up.

So much time and thought was created into this little area. Please do donate if you plan to stop by. And be respectful towards the property.

This is the essence of Route 66, just nuts 😁, thousands of bottles just hanging there. If that was the UK, they would have been smashed to pieces. No reason they are there. They just are, like the Cadillac Ranch, so bizarre, but so Route 66

Wonderful stop on the road between Vegas and cali! It’s hot- but worth the stop. All sorts of cool stuff to see.

Such a cool place! I know Elmer has passed but I am so happy to see they are keeping his vision alive. When we were there, there were a lot of people walking around looking at his awesome designs! This is a must stop on Route 66 to see the place and his designs. You could spend some real time here looking at the different trees and what each one has. So Cool!!

An absolutely unique find. The artistic beauty was around every tree in the tiny space.Do not miss this wonderful experience.

Decided to make a few stop omw to San Diego with my dog. I love this is something unique. It was a cool little stop, glad I went!

Definately not what I expected. There is no shop, no employees, no one to greet you. You park, enter a gate and look around. Would I stop again, probably not...but it was a fun little adventure off the beaten path that allowed us to stretch out legs and goof off a bit. Oh, and the drive to it reminded me of scenes from "Rat Race".

It was open today and is an incredible experience walking among all these "trees". I want to plant a bottle tree forest in my backyard now. 😊 I missed the wishing well...is there a way I can donate...like maybe with paypal?

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24266 National Trails Hwy, Oro Grande, CA 92368, USA