You’re driving along in the desert, mile after mile. And it really is as brown as the pictures portray it. This is a place where you actually welcome the sight of a road signs to break up the monotony, though stepping out of the car this time of year is guaranteed to give you a blast of heat (today the temperature is a mild 87 degrees, but the average is normally around 100.
The banners are simple and they grab your attention. If you’re looking for Alien (as in UFO) Fresh Jerky, Stuffed Olives, 100% Honey Free Samples, or a Strawberry Shake, this is the Place to Stop. Exit Baker Blvd. in Baker, Calif. off the 1-15 to see what they’re currently selling to road travelers. Baker, home to the World’s Tallest Thermometer, is a 3 hour drive from L.A. and 90 minutes from Las Vegas.
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