How the World’s Largest Roadside Attractions Became… A Thing We didn’t start out chasing the world’s largest roadside attractions. That needs to be said first, because it sounds like something we would have planned. We didn’t. It sort of attached itself to us. Somewhere between a missing square knot and a very long one-mile walk, …
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We drove past the Peachoid for two years. Not on purpose. It just kept happening — we’d be passing through Gaffney, South Carolina on the way to somewhere else, and there it would be. The Peachoid Gaffney SC — a giant peach-shaped water tower that, as the internet has widely noted, also looks exactly like …
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World’s Largest Spinach Can: The Mystery in Alma, Arkansas I love a good roadside attraction hunt. You know the drill – you see something listed online as “World’s Largest Whatever,” you add it to your bucket list, you make the pilgrimage. Usually, you find it. Take some photos. Rate the experience. Move on. But the …
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The Giant Red Ryder That Started It All 📍 Location: 202 W Walnut St, Rogers, AR 72756 We had a VA appointment in Fayetteville, and since we were already up that way, we drove a little further north to Rogers. We were actually in town to check out Flashback Pizza (bucket list item #1 – …
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The World’s Largest Christmas Pickle Gets a Second Chance (And a Surprise Bonus!) Remember back in 2022 when we told you about the World’s Largest Christmas Pickle? Well, buckle up, because we’re going back—and this time, the story gets even better. The Backstory: Nobody Knew About The Pickle Picture It: Fort Smith, 2022 – Zach …
Things to Do in Ames Iowa: A Surprising Travel Gem We were on our way to Minnesota to attend Unicon21 and decided to make a stop in Ames Iowa. Usually, we keep our stops brief, but this time we took a day to explore the area, and we’re so glad we did! If you’re looking …
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A Hidden Gem Worth Discovering Nestled in the heart of Iowa State University’s campus, Reiman Gardens Ames Iowa offers an unexpected botanical paradise that delights visitors year-round. Located at 1407 University Blvd in Ames, Iowa, this stunning destination combines natural beauty with unique attractions, making it a perfect stop for travelers exploring the Midwest. What …
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The World’s Largest Chest of Drawers High Point – Because Why Not? 📍 Location: 508 N Hamilton St, High Point, NC 27262 When we rolled into High Point, North Carolina, we knew we had to see this thing. I mean, come on – the World’s Largest Chest of Drawers? That’s exactly our kind of weird …
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The Big Chair – Thomasville’s Oversized Icon Thomasville, North Carolina, proudly calls itself Chair City — and once you see the World’s Largest Duncan Phyfe Chair towering over downtown, you’ll understand why. This 30-foot giant isn’t just sitting around looking pretty (well, it is doing that too) – it’s a genuine tribute to the town’s furniture-making …
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Sometimes the best road trip discoveries happen when you’re just passing through. Our first pitstop was in Odessa, Texas to visit the World’s Largest Jackrabbit – well, the former largest! This quirky roadside attraction proved to be a perfect quick photo opportunity during our Texas adventure. Finding the World’s Largest Jackrabbit in Odessa Located in …
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