Quirky Tourist Attractions in or near California

While in California, you might enjoy a visit to:

This tree fights a continuing battle with local seniors who often de-shoe it in an effort to "save" it.
~45 miles from Barstow.

10 ft. tall bronze of Eliza Tibbets, who grew the original navel orange trees in 1873, starting California's citrus industry. Sculpture by Guy Wilson.
~66 miles from Barstow.

Check how hot it is today on the World's Tallest Thermometer. Built in 1991, its 134-ft height matches the highest recorded temperature of 134 degrees.
~60 miles from Barstow.

© roadsideamerica.com, Doug Kirby, Ken Smith, Mike Wilkins. Information provided as an unofficial resource on attractions as a convenience to our visitors. Information and status -- location, hours open, admission prices, current exhibits, and other aspects -- are subject to change without our knowledge.