Not sure how some of these Route 66 places stay in business but I'm sure glad they do!! Rainbow…read moreRock Shop is a relic, just like the dinosaurs all around the outside! The dinosaurs are huge but then so are the piles upon piles of petrified wood and other rocks surrounding the building. I believe my husband was grateful they were closed, he seemed to relax a bit more as we strolled around the perimeter!! I definitely would have loved to get my hands on some of the fine specimens they had just laying in the dirt! Everywhere we looked it said they were open the afternoon we drove through town but unfortunately it was all locked up and no sign of anybody around. Since we found it on Roadside Attractions, we treated it as such and just enjoyed the unique dinosaurs and a chance to stretch our legs! Perhaps some day we'll return and one of the beautiful rocks will come home with me!

The best part of this place is the kitschy dinosaurs and the exterior 50's vibe of this (near)…read moreRoute 66 tourist trap. Great photo ops. We stopped in to peruse the inventory and basically got into an argument with the crabby old guy who was manning the place. I was just curious on where they get all of their petrified wood, etc. and he told me I asked too many questions and then started to grill me on rocks and the origin of petrified wood??!! Really weird customer service. While my wife was shopping inside he followed me outside - he said he didn't trust me. Like I was going to shoplift a 100 pound rock... The more valuable stuff was inside anyway. What an old coot. Stop for the pictures and move on.

This place was absolutely cool! It's full of all kinds of rocks, stones, gems, and other unique…read moretreasures. The shop is owned by Native Americans -- I believe from the Navajo tribe -- and you can really feel the authenticity and care that went into everything. Prices felt very fair, and there were tons of little trinkets and souvenirs to choose from. They even have a small museum section with fascinating items from a long time ago, which makes it even more special. The staff was super friendly and welcoming. I really appreciated that they allowed me to take pictures -- a lot of Native American shops don't, but they were very open about it here. Outside, the fun continues! There are plenty of cool photo ops -- from dinosaurs to an old car and other quirky displays. If you're ever traveling along this route, this is definitely a must-stop spot. Great vibes, fair prices, friendly people, and a ton of character!

Super friendly staff! Clean showroom. I could have spent days looking at all the beautiful…read morecrystals, stone, and the largest selection of petrified wood in town. I will say the prices are higher than a private vendor but for a quick fix this place is every rockhounds dream!

Stopped by to check out the giant jack rabbit and sit on it for some photos. This trading post is…read moreeasy to get to since it is right off I-40. Unfortunately, the trading post itself was closed when we stopped. This is definitely a fun and free Route 66 roadside attraction to stop and see.

Finally got a chance to stop by today on our way home from Phoenix. The owners, Tony and Cindy, are…read moredelightful and engaging. This place is a gem on the Mother Road and a must visit! Help preserve a piece of history while you're there by purchasing some of their wide variety of goods and foods. If you're around on June 13th, stop by and enjoy the 1st annual car show taking place there.

I was alone and two different Native Women took care of me. They answered my many questions and…read morepointed me in the right direction to Moccasins where I found the kind my mother used to wear. No walking sole, for comfort and bliss, on sand or sidewalk. This tried on many, then bought a turquoise ring for my birthday. Part way through the shopping I gleaned the information that The Aunt who owned the store recently passed on, so they may not be open on weekends for awhile. Here are just a few photos of many that I took. The price was right on my Moccasins and ring! Variety? Indeed! A lot of items for children, men and women! I'll describe in my photos just some of them. Well worth the stop for souvenirs or collectibles, not to mention outside jaw dropped petrified wood, older tents and wagon parts as relics.

Good place to get jewelers and good knives I didn't take pics I apologize. The employees were super…read morenice. The price of things were agreeable.

My girls and I just missed entering the Petrified Forest National Park near this entrance by about…read morean hour. So we paused at Crystal Forest Museum & Gifts for a while. Crystal Forest is not only a private gift shop NOT associated with the National Park, but they also a campground. Check this out if you are traveling with an RV or tent because Petrified and Painted Desert do not allow camping to my knowledge. The museum is near the RV parking area. A separate, larger gift shop is on the other side of the National Park entrance. I'm a fan of this shop because they sell a variety of petrified wood that you are not allowed to take from the parks. "Then how do they get the petrified wood?" My oldest asked me. I did not inquire about this with staff members. It was so dark and I knew I would be soon approaching winter storms, so I wanted to get back on the road. Restrooms were available. Arizona is more than just the Grand Canyon and Sedona... check this area out too!

Crystal Forest Museum & Gifts has a lot of interesting items that relate to the Petrified Forest…read moreand Painted Desert. This private gift shop is not part of the national park and is located outside the south entrance. They have a really nice collection of colorful petrified wood here. It is illegal to take petrified wood from the park, so this place is a great option to purchase some. Next to the gift shop is a campground with approximately 20 spots. Most sites have sheltered picnic tables. You can camp with an RV, tent or sleep in one of their teepees. Just check with the gift shop for availability. There is no camping inside Petrified Forest National Park, so this is your best option.

If you love the Eagles rock group, this is the place to shop, with every t-shirt sporting an Eagles…read moretagline, like "Peaceful easy feeling" (the one I bought). Prices are reasonable, and they are friendly, not pushy. Souvenirs like magnets, hats, and shot glasses are all found here.

Great people. If your into music at all you have to bucket list this place. Its well worth the…read moretrip.

A cute stop thru Route 66.... I was in Pine/Strawberry en route to Flagstaff. Somehow I missed the…read moreturn and ended up seeing signs to Winslow. So why not! It was fun to see the sights. I actually loved the big guitar more than the corner. I didn't take pics standing there but I did drive by a couple times. I saw other cute sights like a theater, post office. I wish I could have seen a grocery store as I was so thirsty but I prob wasn't in the right streets. Enjoy my photos!

Charming historical corner with people traveling from all over taking pics. Flowers on one corner…read moreand cute shops and a museum across the street. If not for the high temps I would've explored more.

Cigars very cheap great selection!! Picked up a few to support our Indian Nation... They also have…read morealot of Native American doll, paintings, peace pipes, arrow, all the stuff you probably wanted when you were a kid!!! This place offers tons to choose from so if your passing through Arizona on the I40 you should check it out...

well this is long over due. i couldn't find my stickers and business cards after looking everywhere…read moreI found them!! we went in this store the tee pee trading post along our travels on route 66. we talked to Chad who was absolutely wonderful. what a nice person, very informative and just plain enchanting. we wound up buying two lahaina dolls along a tee pee. he was charming and you just had to but because he was so nice. we plan on coming this way again maybe next year on our travels to williams. an adorable store full of exciting stuff !! you can help buy some treasure to take home. vu do's to you Chad and we'll see you soon it was a pleasure

Didn't get to stay long at the Visitors Center as we took too long to do the Painted…read moreDesert/Petrified Forest drive. Had 15 minutes before they closed. I got my passport stamp, and we were able to quickly purchase postcards and a DVD that was on sale. Even though it was close to closing time there were plenty of people still in the center, but the staff didn't seem to mind they were still smiling. I do regret not being able to spend the time to look at the exhibits in the center, but next time I'll try not to dawdle on the drive through the parks.

On November 25, 2025, the Painted Desert Visitor Center was closed for renovations…read more Coincidently, this is the same visitor center for the Petrified Forest National Park. I did not see signage for its anticipated re-opening. The woman at the gate who took my national park pass was not at all chatty. Not welcoming. She also did not indicate that this center was closed. I still got out to walk around and check it all out. Then I decided I should use the restroom before my haul to Albuquerque. Denied! The restroom in the nearby dining hall was closed for cleaning. Lol. It would have been nice to have gotten my passport stamps and learn a thing or two, but maybe next time if there is one...

We absolutely love this shop. While on vacation we stopped…read moreby the day before and they were closed so we made it our first stop the following morning. (July 5th) The gentleman working was very kind, knowledgeable & said they just recently opened in that spot. If you love preserved nature items, you must stop in this place! They also have a 'monthly box' - you get fun nature things every month if you join... too cool! Next time we're in town, we'll stop by again...

From the owner: We are a nature preserved curiosities shop serving the White Mountains in Arizona. All of our items…read moreare handmade with care and one of a kind. We offer preserved butterflies, skulls, bones, curio cabinet trinkets, and more. Woodland Wanderland is a family owned business.