Historic Route 66
Visitor Services

Service	Description	Service	Description
	Bicycle/Pedestrian Facilities Since I-40 replaced the majority of Route 66, bicycle and pedestrian travel along the portions replaced by I-40 is not recommended.		Food Food is available in several communities along the byway, as well as at several classic restaurants.
	Gasoline Gasoline is available.		Information ####For Arizona: Brochures, maps, books, and travel guides are the best source of information. Visitor centers located in each town are the best places to gather information and talk to area...
	Lodging There is overnight lodging along this byway.		Phone Public phones are available along this byway.
	Restrooms There are toilet facilities along this byway.		Retail There are places to shop along this byway.

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Special Considerations

In Arizona

At night, be aware of deer and coyotes crossing the nearly abandoned portions of Route 66. If stopping along the byway, be aware of other wild animals such as rattlesnakes.

If you are planning to camp in any of the byways designated camp areas, plan to bring a jacket as nights in the desert can get cold.

Route 66 is no longer a continuous stretch of road, and interstate travel is necessary to reach portions of the byway.

Travelers will want to prepare for varying temperature conditions.

In New Mexico:

In higher altitude areas, sweaters and jackets are recommended, even in warmer months.

Restrictions

For Arizona:

There are no restrictions to drive this byway, except for the small stretch of highway leading into Oatman from the west, where there is a vehicle length restriction of 40 feet maximum.

There are special restrictions for pets in the Grand Canyon National Park. Pets are allowed in the park but must be restrained at all times. Leashed pets are allowed on South Rim trails throughout the developed areas in the park but not below the rim, in park lodging, or on park buses. The only exception is for certified service dogs. Persons wishing to take a certified service dog below the rim must check in first at the Backcountry Information Center.

A kennel is available at the South Rim. Call 520-638-0534. Reservations are suggested.

Pets are not permitted on North Rim trails. It is recommended that they be left at home. No kennels are available on the North Rim.

On rare occasions, a snow storm may close the interstate around Flagstaff making access to Route 66 more difficult. Such closures are usually no longer than a few hours until the roads can be plowed.

For Illinois:

When exploring 1926 HI 66 / Route 4 Loop, motor coaches are encouraged to use the wider and more modern IL 4 route for to ensure safe passage.

Seasons

Best Time to Drive

The byway offers a wonderful drive year-round.

Road Conditions

To find up to date information about the road conditions along Historic Route 66, please visit the FHWA listing of web sites for more information.

Arizona

Illinois

New Mexico

Oklahoma