Panhandle, TX

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lug Bug Ranch -- also known as Bug Ranch, Bug Farm, and Buggy Farm -- was created in 2002. The five wrecked Volkswagen Beetles, buried hood-down in the ground, were the idea of the Crutchfield family, who owned the Longhorn Trading Post and Rattlesnake Ranch next door.

Slug Bug Ranch.
It began when a huge corporate Travel Plaza was built on the opposite side of the Crutchfields interstate exit. They figured they could stay in business if they could siphon away traffic with something eye-catching and engaging. Slug Bug Ranch seemed a natural choice: a parody of the popular Cadillac Ranch, 35 miles west. At the time, the Beetle wrecks were painted a pristine bright yellow, and a sign next to them encouraged, "Sign a Bug."

Slug Bug Ranch.

The Crutchfield's were right about one thing: Slug Bug Ranch has proved popular as an attraction. Unfortunately, it flopped as a business plan, and the Trading Post closed only a year after it was built. Its advanced state of decay is a testament to the vigorous love it has endured from Route 66 travelers, who have felt free to modify the abandoned artwork with spray paint and whatever crowbars, hammers, blowtorches, etc. they apparently carry in their vehicles.
lug Bug Ranch -- also known as Bug Ranch, Bug Farm, and Buggy Farm -- was created in 2002. The five wrecked Volkswagen Beetles, buried hood-down in the ground, were the idea of the Crutchfield family, who owned the Longhorn Trading Post and Rattlesnake Ranch next door.

Slug Bug Ranch.
It began when a huge corporate Travel Plaza was built on the opposite side of the Crutchfields interstate exit. They figured they could stay in business if they could siphon away traffic with something eye-catching and engaging. Slug Bug Ranch seemed a natural choice: a parody of the popular Cadillac Ranch, 35 miles west. At the time, the Beetle wrecks were painted a pristine bright yellow, and a sign next to them encouraged, "Sign a Bug."

Slug Bug Ranch.

The Crutchfield's were right about one thing: Slug Bug Ranch has proved popular as an attraction. Unfortunately, it flopped as a business plan, and the Trading Post closed only a year after it was built. Its advanced state of decay is a testament to the vigorous love it has endured from Route 66 travelers, who have felt free to modify the abandoned artwork with spray paint and whatever crowbars, hammers, blowtorches, etc. they apparently carry in their vehicles.
Amateur artwork!
Highway 60 to panhandle, TX.
The Big Texan Motel

The Big Texan Motel

2.5 out of 5
7701 Interstate 40 Access Rd Amarillo TX
The price is NT$2,512 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
NT$2,512
NT$2,888 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Amarillo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,041 reviews)
The rooms are clean, comfortable and staff is always accommodating.

Reviewed on 2026/2/25

The Big Texan Motel
The Cactus Cove Inn and Suites

The Cactus Cove Inn and Suites

2 out of 5
2501 E Interstate Dr Amarillo TX
The price is NT$2,158 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
NT$2,158
NT$2,481 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Amarillo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,291 reviews)
I love this place always so amazing

Reviewed on 2026/2/24

The Cactus Cove Inn and Suites
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Amarillo West by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Amarillo West by IHG

2.5 out of 5
8330 W Amarillo Blvd Amarillo TX
The price is NT$3,177 per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
NT$3,177
NT$3,653 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Amarillo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,117 reviews)
Clean and quiet

Reviewed on 2026/2/25

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Amarillo West by IHG
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The Big Texan - Cabins & Wagons

The Big Texan - Cabins & Wagons

3 out of 5
1414 Sunrise Dr Amarillo TX
Stay at this cabin in Amarillo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Big Texan Steak Ranch and Amarillo National Center ...
9/10 Wonderful! (137 reviews)
Everything was excellent!!

Reviewed on 2026/2/20

The Big Texan - Cabins & Wagons
Madison Square

Madison Square

3 out of 5
1911 S Madison St Amarillo TX
Stay at this apartment in Amarillo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Amarillo Museum of Art and Amarillo Opera are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (261 reviews)
Excellent place that makes you feel at home.

Reviewed on 2026/2/21

Madison Square
Dragon on Taylor

Dragon on Taylor

3.5 out of 5
2105 S Taylor St Amarillo TX
Stay at this apartment in Amarillo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Amarillo Museum of Art and Amarillo Opera are ...
Dragon on Taylor
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