Enchanted Highway
This whimsical 32-mile stretch of highway features some of the world's largest scrap metal sculptures, depicting giant pheasants, grasshoppers, and Roosevelt. Created by local artist Gary Greff to save his dying town, this unique outdoor gallery is an unforgettable prairie road trip.
- Admission
- Free
- Hours
- Open 24/7
- Duration
- 1 to 2 hours
- Parking
- Free pull-offs and parking areas available at each sculpture site
- Access
- Sculptures are visible from the road; flat gravel paths lead up to the displays
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The Enchanted Highway is a 32-mile stretch of two-lane highway featuring a collection of the world's largest scrap metal sculptures. Local artist Gary Greff began creating these massive installations in 1989 as a creative initiative to revitalize his declining hometown of Regent.
Visitors driving this scenic route will encounter seven colossal metal sculptures, including "Geese in Flight," which holds a Guinness World Record. Each sculpture features its own pull-out parking area, allowing travelers to safely stop, stretch their legs, and admire the detailed craftsmanship up close.
This open-air gallery showcases the spirit of rural prairie ingenuity and represents decades of dedication by a single artist. The route culminates in the small town of Regent, where a gift shop and a whimsical castle-themed hotel continue the theme.
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roadside attractionVisitor Tips
- ◆ Start your journey from Interstate 94 at Exit 72 and head south toward Regent to view the sculptures in their traditional sequence.
- ◆ Allow at least one to two hours to complete the drive, as you will want to pull over and take photos at each installation.
- ◆ Stop by the Enchanted Gift Shop in Regent to purchase miniature replicas of the sculptures and potentially meet the artist.
- ◆ Make sure your camera or phone is fully charged, as there are endless unique photo opportunities along the route.
Heads Up
- ◆ The highway is a two-lane paved road with no shoulders, so always use the designated pull-out areas to stop rather than parking on the roadside.
- ◆ Wind conditions on the North Dakota prairie can be exceptionally strong, so hold onto car doors and loose items when stepping outside.
- ◆ Services like gas stations and restaurants are extremely limited between Gladstone and Regent, so fuel up beforehand.
Common questions
Where does the Enchanted Highway start and end?
The route begins at Exit 72 on Interstate 94 near Gladstone, North Dakota, and extends 32 miles south to the town of Regent.
Are there parking areas at each of the Enchanted Highway sculptures?
Yes, every sculpture along the route has a dedicated gravel pull-out area where you can safely park, walk up to the artwork, and take photos.
Are there restrooms along the Enchanted Highway route?
There are no public restrooms at the individual sculpture stops along the highway, but facilities are available at the end of the route in the town of Regent.
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