I-20 (E. of Owenton, TX, E. of US Hwy 271): Oil Derricks Picnic Area

exact location unconfirmed This one has individual picnic tables placed under structures designed to look like oil derricks. Located on on I-20, east of Owentown, east of exit for US Hwy 27. Last I knew, there are no restrooms. ___________________ FREE LOCATION: exit from I-20, east of Owenton, TX or … Continue reading

I-89 N – Sharon, VT: Vermont Vietnam Memorial Rest Area

Sharon Welcome Center in Vermont has a large outdoor Vietnam memorial. The memorial includes an eternal flame. Can be found along northbound I-89, close to the 138 mile marker

I-90 eastbound – (near Salem, SD): Large Framework TeePee (Tipi) at Rest Area

Rest area has a structure that consists of 8 large concrete pillars used to form the framework of a tee pee (or tipi). Stands about 56 feet high. Look at the base of the pillars for symbols of the Lakota Nation. Found along I-90 when traveling eastbound

I-74 E – (between Peoria & Galesburg, IL): Walk on Covered Bridge & Climb a Lookout Tower at Rest Area

Spoon River rest area has a couple of nice features. Follow the path to walk across a covered bridge & you will find a lookout tower. You can climb the lookout tower to look at the view. A good stretch the legs stop. This rest area can be found along … Continue reading