We take the Arroyo Seco Parkway (one of several former alignments of Route 66 in L.A.) from Pasadena to Santa Monica. We find the historical terminus of Route 66 at the intersection of Lincoln Dr. and Olympic Blvd. We find NO signs or markers to note the significance of this site. It is simply lost in the din of the big city. At least Chicago has the class to maintain the legend of Route 66 by signs and markers. We drive six blocks to the Santa Monica Pier, the “unofficial” terminus of Route 66. We take each other’s photo standing at the pier entrance and enjoy the magnificent southern California morning. Restless to be home, we head straight for I-405 and, eight hours later, we roll into our driveway. We have traveled 6100 miles since we left on September 22.
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