Winslow

Winslow sits where Interstate 40 meets Arizona State Route 87 in Navajo County, resting at an elevation of 4,850 feet (1,478 meters) across flat desert land. The town extends along old railway lines that still run through the center, shaping the layout of streets and buildings.

The Atlantic and Pacific Railroad established a station here in 1882, which quickly grew into a key stop for steam locomotives needing water and fuel. Route 66 and later Interstate 40 brought new waves of travelers through the area during the 20th century.

The Standin' on the Corner Park features a bronze statue and murals commemorating the Eagles song Take It Easy, which references the city in its lyrics.

The Winslow-Lindbergh Regional Airport and the Amtrak Southwest Chief train service offer arrival options for visitors coming from different directions. Interstate 40 connects the town west to Flagstaff and east to Albuquerque.

The La Posada Hotel was designed by architect Mary Colter in 1930 and became the final railroad hotel built by the Fred Harvey Company along the Santa Fe Railway. The building fell into disrepair for decades but was carefully restored in the 1990s and now operates again.

Location: Navajo County

Inception: 1900

Elevation above the sea: 1,478 m

GPS coordinates: 35.02861,-110.70083

Latest update: December 12, 2025 23:22