Culver’s Guide to Making Memories One Mile at a Time
No road trip is complete without a stop at Culver’s and one of these 26 roadside attractions!
Maybe it’s our small-town roots, but we believe the journey is just as important as the destination. There’s something magical about taking a road trip with friends and family – the open road, spending time together and those unexpected detours to quirky locations that make you pull over and say, “We’ve got to see this!” That’s why we’re spotlighting some of America’s quirkiest roadside attractions – and the nearby Culver’s restaurants to help fuel you and your crew up along the way!
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Alabama
Barber Marina’s Whimsical Wonders
Barber Marina is home to a playful collection of sculptures. From a towering dinosaur to a giant spider, these sculptures will inspire everyone in the car to tell tall tales!
Nearest Culver’s: 3241 S McKenzie St, Foley, AL 36535
Arkansas
Orange Bicycle Pile
Located wayside of a bike trail, this towering tangle of bright orange bikes and trikes is an eye-catching stop for those passing through Bentonville. Take a minute to stretch your legs at a stop that is sure to be a bright spot in your and your fellow travelers’ day!
Nearest Culver’s: 1003 S Walton Blvd, Bentonville, AR 72712
Florida
Monument of States
In Kissimmee, the Monument of States is a colorful tower of stones from across the country – a symbol of unity and togetherness. Can you find the 26 stones representing states that are home to a Culver's?!
Nearest Culver’s: 3148 N Orange Blossom Trail, Kissimmee, FL 34744
Georgia
Rock City
Perched atop Lookout Mountain, Rock City is a wonderland of winding trails and ancient rock formations. A hike to the peak for panoramic views is sure to leave you craving a ButterBurger afterwards.
Nearest Culver’s: 955 Noah Dr, Jasper, GA 30143
Kentucky
Bernheim Forest Giants
Wander through the woods of Clermont, Kentucky, and you’ll find the Bernheim Forest Giants. These massive, mystical sculptures make the perfect characters for your next campfire story!
Nearest Culver’s: 11801 Interchange Dr, Louisville, KY 40229
North Carolina
Shangri-La Stone Village
Hidden in Prospect Hill, North Carolina, the Shangri-La Stone Village is a miniature town built entirely of stone, complete with tiny homes, churches and shops, but one feature it still needs is a tiny Culver’s!
Nearest Culver’s: 1430 University Dr, Burlington, NC 27215
South Carolina
The Peachoid
The Peachoid is a giant peach-shaped water tower in the town of Gaffney that’s become a beloved local landmark. If you’re craving a pint of Georgia Peach frozen custard after this stop, we don’t blame you.
Nearest Culver’s: 1700 E Main St Duncan, SC 29334
Tennessee
The Parthenon
In Nashville, you’ll find a full-scale replica of the Parthenon, complete with a towering statue of the ancient Greek goddess Athena. After marveling at this architectural ancient wonder, you might feel like a Greek hero yourself, ready to conquer a delicious meal at Culver's!
Nearest Culver’s: 3400 Mallory Ln, Franklin, TN 37067
Arizona
The World’s Largest Kokopelli
In Camp Verde, you’ll find a towering tribute to Kokopelli, the joyful spirit of music. It’s a larger-than-life nod to the indigenous cultures of Arizona and may even inspire the car DJ with its musical energy.
Nearest Culver’s: 2544 N Stoneridge Dr, Prescott Valley, AZ 86314
Texas
Museum of Weird
Austin’s Museum of Weird is a treasure trove of fun, spooky and slightly silly oddities that are sure to spark curiosity in kids and adults alike. A quick stop here is sure to bring laughs and excitement to you and your travel crew!
Nearest Culver’s: 3424 W William Cannon Dr, Austin, TX 78745
Utah
Hoodah the Troll
Hoodah the Troll is a whimsical wooden statue you can find hanging out on an abandoned railroad track in Salt Lake City – waiting to hitch a ride to Culver’s for lunch!
Nearest Culver’s: 7165 S Bingham Junction Blvd Midvale, UT 84047
Colorado
Tiny Town and Railroad
Step into a miniature world at Tiny Town in Morrison, with a working railroad that brings big smiles. After taking a stroll through the pint-sized city, make sure to treat yourself and your crew to a pint of frozen custard!
Nearest Culver’s: 2035 S Webster St, Lakewood, CO 80227
Idaho
Idaho Potato Museum
Only in Idaho can you find a museum dedicated to the small but mighty potato! Located in Blackfoot, this spud-tacular stop gives visitors an in-depth look at the vegetable that’s played an important role in mealtime across America, like in our Crinkle Cut Fries!
Nearest Culver’s: Idaho Falls, ID 83402
Kansas
Wichita Troll
Peering up from beneath an unassuming storm grate, the Wichita Troll is a mysterious secret sculpture. Much like some of Culver's lesser-known menu items (hello Beef Pot Roast Sandwich!), if you aren't looking for him, you just may miss him! Is he on your road trip bingo card?
Nearest Culver’s: 3220 N Maize Rd, Wichita, KS 67205
Nebraska
Carhenge
In Alliance, explore the prairie landscape of Nebraska and wander around old-school cars as they rise out of the ground at this Stonehenge-inspired sculpture. A stop here is sure to spark the car ride conversation of how these cars even end up here?
Nearest Culver’s: 2915 Ave. B, Scottsbluff, NE 69361
North Dakota
World’s Largest Buffalo Monument
In Jamestown, the World’s Largest Buffalo Monument stands tall as a tribute to the American bison, which you can find roaming the vast plains of the state. This impressive statue offers a great opportunity to stretch your legs and snap some memorable photos with your fellow travelers!
Nearest Culver’s: 3197 25th St S, Fargo, ND 58103
South Dakota
The World’s Only Corn Palace
Mitchell is home to the one and only Corn Palace – an iconic building decorated with murals made entirely of, you guessed it, corn! The perfect place to practice all the corny dad jokes you’ve been saving!
Nearest Culver’s: 1015 Cabela Dr, Mitchell, SD 57301
Wyoming
Cheyenne Botanic Gardens
The Cheyenne Botanic Gardens offer a colorful escape from the car with lush greenhouses and peaceful walking paths. It’s a great place to relax and recharge before hitting the next leg of your journey!
Nearest Culver’s: 2231 E Lincolnway, Cheyenne, WY 82001
Illinois
Phone Booth on a Roof
In Lincoln, a phone booth sits proudly atop a building – an oddball landmark that’s sparked plenty of double-takes for decades. That phone may not work, but you can use your own phone to call the Scoopie hotline (877-898-9235) from anywhere!
Nearest Culver’s: 2530 Woodlawn Rd, Lincoln, IL 62656
Indiana
Pink Elephant
McCordsville’s giant pink elephant is a landmark that's impossible to miss and sure to make you smile, just like a scoop of Fresh Frozen Custard on a sunny day.
Nearest Culver’s: 6036 W Broadway, McCordsville, IN 46055
Iowa
Albert the Bull
Standing 30 feet tall in Audubon, Iowa, Albert the Bull is a proud symbol of Iowa’s agricultural roots, celebrating the state’s deep ties to cattle farming and its role as a national leader in beef and livestock production. Albert isn’t the only one who loves to celebrate Midwest agriculture – our Thank You Farmers® Project has raised millions for agricultural education since 2013!
Nearest Culver’s: 405 Lincoln Hwy, Carroll, IA 51401
Michigan
Mystery Spot
A trip to Petoskey's Mystery Spot is an experience full of unexpected joys that everyone can enjoy, where gravity plays tricks and reality isn't what it seems. It's the perfect place to visit with friends or family, sharing laughs and amazement as you explore the illusions together!
Nearest Culver’s: 1264 U.S. 31 N, Petoskey, MI 49770
Minnesota
Paul Bunyan Statue
A Minnesota road trip attraction you can’t miss is found in Brainerd, where the legendary lumberjack Paul Bunyan stands tall, reminding visitors of the state’s rich lumberjack folklore. It's the perfect spot to create larger-than-life memories with friends and family.
Nearest Culver’s: 15222 Dellwood Dr, Baxter, MN 56425
Missouri
Route 66 Museum
Take a nostalgic ride through the Route 66 Museum in Camdenton. With vintage cars and classic road signs, a trip here would go great with sipping the timeless taste of a Culver’s Root Beer Float!
Nearest Culver’s: 785 US-54, Camdenton, MO 65020
Ohio
Ohio’s Biggest Bigfoot
The towering Bigfoot statue in Sidney is the Biggest Bigfoot around, making it the ultimate spot for a legendary family photo op. Afterward, you might find yourself craving something equally legendary – perhaps a ButterBurger from Culver's to keep the adventure going?
Nearest Culver’s: 2575 W Michigan St, Sidney, OH 45365
Wisconsin
The First Culver’s
No Wisconsin road trip would be complete without a stop at the very first Culver’s in Sauk City, Wisconsin. It’s where it all began – and where you can still enjoy the same handcrafted meals and warm hospitality that started it all. If one stop at Culver’s isn’t enough, the World’s Largest Culver’s can also be found in Wisconsin, just a short drive south, in Edgerton!
Wherever the road takes you, Culver’s is here to make your journey even more special. Whether you’re chasing quirky roadside stops or just making memories with the people you love, make sure to make a pitstop at Culver’s along the way. Visit the Culver’s Locator to find where to eat on your road trip, and don’t forget to enter our Road Trip to Delicious Sweepstakes, where one lucky grand prize winner will receive $20,000 or a road trip of their very own!