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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.
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 €66 per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
€66
26 Mar - 27 Mar
includes taxes & fees
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Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

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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 €67 per night from 8 Apr to 9 Apr
€67
8 Apr - 9 Apr
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,326 reviews)
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Amarillo I-40 West, TX

3 out of 5
2000 Soncy Road Amarillo TX
The price is €82 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
€82
19 Apr - 20 Apr
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 pool in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,509 reviews)
Clean room and staff were very nice.

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

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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! (141 reviews)
This property is so clean. People and amenities were great. Will stay again. It was great!!!

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

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The Coyote Cabin at Palo Duro

The Coyote Cabin at Palo Duro

Canyon TX
Stay at this cabin in Canyon. Enjoy an in-room coffee maker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Elkins Ranch and The Lighthouse are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (86 reviews)
This was such a cozy and sweet space to spend a night just outside of Palo Duro Canyon. I will definitely patron again. Great site for family gathering, with grills and corn hole.

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

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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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (262 reviews)
Great location. Easy check in. Very nice rooms and bathrooms.

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

Madison Square
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