The road never really ends—it just changes scenery. In this second leg of our cross-country adventure, we’re venturing deeper into the unexpected: from tiny towns with big roadside legends to art installations that redefine “weird and wonderful.” Every stop tells a story—sometimes heartfelt, sometimes hilarious, and always worth pulling over for.
So fill up your tank and cue the playlist. Part two of our quirky road trip series continues the search for America’s most offbeat, unforgettable attractions—one highway at a time.
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Hawaii: Dole Pineapple Garden Maze
Braiding, twisting, and circling for two and a half miles of trails and through 14,000 plants, this Wahiama maze is a tropical labyrinth with 8 secret stations.
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Idaho: The Idaho Potato Museum
Ever wanted to learn about the evolution of potato farming and see the world’s largest potato crisp? The Idaho Potato Museum in Blackfoot can help you brush up on all the potato-related trivia you could ever want to know and serve you a mean bowl of fresh tater tots.
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Illinois: The Town of Casey
This small town packs an unusual punch: it holds 12 Guinness World Records. It’s home to the World’s Largest Wind Chime, Golf Tee, Rocking Chair, Wooden Shoes, Pitchfork, Mailbox, Key, Gavel, Swizzle Spoon, Golf Driver, Teeter Totter, and Barbershop Pole.
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Indiana: Warm Glow Candle
If you love aromatics, this one-stop Centerville shop for all things candles is for you. A giant candle the size of a house sits next to the retail store.
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Iowa: Grotto of the Redemption
In West Bend, this sprawling shrine is more than just a place for worship. It’s wrapped with fossils and rock art. In addition to mass and other Catholic services, the Shrine of the Redemption hosts a Blessing of the Bikes.
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Kansas: S.P. Dinsmoor’s Garden of Eden
In the tiny town of Lucas, step into a surreal cement wonderland built by a visionary with a political message. S.P. Dinsmoor’s concrete angels and devils climb from the prairie like a fever dream. It’s part art, part sermon, and 100% unforgettable Kansas eccentricity.
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Kentucky: Wigwam Village No. 2
In Cave City, sleep in a teepee straight out of the 1930s. This concrete campground brings the golden age of roadside travel roaring back with neon signs and vintage vibes. Cozy wigwams make for a kitschy night’s stay on old Route 31W.
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Louisiana: Abita Mystery House
Abita Springs is home to a maze of bottle-cap mosaics, homemade gadgets, and taxidermy gone rogue. The Abita Mystery House feels like Dr. Seuss met a mad scientist in a junkyard. Every corner buzzes with eccentric Louisiana charm and creative chaos.
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Maine: International Cryptozoology Museum
In downtown Portland, meet Bigfoot, ogle the Loch Ness Monster, and ponder real-life mystery beasts. This quirky museum is a shrine to the strange and unexplained. It’s proof that belief in the unbelievable can be seriously fun.
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Maryland: Enchanted Forest at Clark’s Elioak Farm
In Ellicott City, childhood nostalgia meets fairytale revival at this restored 1950s storybook park. Wander past Humpty Dumpty, Cinderella, and a dragon who’s seen better days. It’s pure Maryland magic for anyone who ever dreamed of living in a nursery rhyme.
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