Saugus, Massachusetts: Famous Orange Dinosaur
A pudgy safety orange T-rex that's reportedly been protected as a National Landmark. Its face appears to have been inspired by Bob Hope.Route One Miniature Golf
- Address:
- 1575 Broadway, Saugus, MA
- Directions:
- On southbound US Hwy 1/Broadway just south of Collins Ave. The dinosaur stands right next to the highway, but it's impossible to pull off at that spot. Instead, pull into Route One Miniature Golf, park, and walk south to the dinosaur.
- Phone:
- 781-233-2811
- Admission:
- To golf - cash only.
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Orange Dinosaur I read the RA news story that the orange dinosaur was destroyed by vandals. Well, he's up and happy again, along with a green dino pal. Other weird and wacky fiberglass creatures fill the mini golf spot on Route 1. Along with these creatures on Route 1, there are many other attractions.
[Jill V., 07/07/2007]A garish landmark dinosaur along Route 1 in Saugus, Massachusetts was damaged last Thursday night/Friday morning when vandals managed to tip it over, breaking the statue at the ankles. The orange fiberglass Tyrannosaurus Rex is over 12 feet tall, and is well known as part of the Saugus continuum of roadside horrors.
... [04/10/2007] Complete News StoryYou left out the Orange Dinosaur in Saugus/Malden Massachusetts on Rt. 1 South. This Orange Dinosaur is in a mini golf course and is actually protected as a National Landmark.
[Tom, 07/08/2001]Nearby Offbeat Places
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