Panhandle Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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 ฿2,492 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
฿2,492
฿2,866 total
24 Feb - 25 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Amarillo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,061 reviews)
good location

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

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 ฿2,092 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
฿2,092
฿2,406 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Amarillo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,264 reviews)
Great service and children friendly. Definitely a great family hotel!

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

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 ฿3,232 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
฿3,232
฿3,717 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Amarillo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,102 reviews)
Very clean and spacious. Very comfortable. Staff were curtious. Will stay there again!

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

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 Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Big Texan Steak Ranch and Amarillo National Center ...
9/10 Wonderful! (135 reviews)
Easy check in, very clean and comfortable. It was a cold night and the heating inside the wagon was still perfect.

Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

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 Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Amarillo Museum of Art and Amarillo Opera are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (260 reviews)
Great communication. Very clean. Beds were squeaky and traffic was loud. We had to wear ear plugs. Overall, it was a great value for a pet friendly hotel. We would stay again.

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

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 Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Amarillo Museum of Art and Amarillo Opera are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (50 reviews)
Dragon on Taylor
This place is super clean and in a great location.

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Dragon on Taylor
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Popular places to visit

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.

VW Slug Bug Ranch

Learn about the local history of Panhandle when you spend time at VW Slug Bug Ranch. Take in the museums while you're in the area.

VW Slug Bug Ranch

Square House Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Square House Museum during your travels in Panhandle. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's musical theatre.

Square House Museum

Cities near Panhandle

Amarillo

Amarillo