If you've ever taken a road trip through any part of America, you have no doubt seen some of the unique (and sometimes puzzling) roadside attractions that make our country so interesting.  When I was growing up in the Midwest, our family vacations often consisted of driving across two or three states to a theme park, stopping at every weird or promising-looking roadside attraction.

We saw everything from "mystery spots" to several items that laid claim to being the "world's largest" something-or-other.  At least to my impressionable mind, these little side trips were always infinitely more entertaining than the theme park we were headed toward.

Now that I'm grown and have my own family, I want to give my children the same experience.  Despite rising gas prices, we are planning a road trip for this summer.  We have no destination in mind just yet because the goal isn't to get anywhere in particular.  The goal is to see everything we can along the way.

In the process of planning this trip, we came across a website that gives you all of the information you could possibly want about finding the best roadside attractions.  It covers both the United States and Canada, so no matter where you go in North America you'll be able to see where the best, cheesiest, biggest, or silliest attractions are. 

You can search attractions by state, make your own map, read other travelers' tips, and even add your own tips when you discover a new gem.  Get started planning your completely unique road trip at RoadsideAmerica.com.  Maybe we'll see you out there on the open road.

Posted by Delana.