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Gay Parita Sinclair – Paris Springs Junction

Gay Parita Sinclair – Paris Springs Junction

The Gay Parita Service Station is located on Route 66 in the now Ghost Town of Paris Springs Junction. Gay and Fred Mason built the cobblestone garage in the 1920’s, which was followed by a Sinclair Gas Station, and then the Gay Parita store and restaurant across the street. The station burned down in 1955 and shortly after Route 66 was realigned and bypassed Paris Springs.

The property was purchased by Gary Turner who rebuilt the gas station recreating a 1930 gas station, except that it did not sell gas or anything else for that matter. Gary spent his days welcoming visitors on Route 66 until his death in 2015. Gary’s Daughter Barbara has taken over the station and still greeting visitors.

What to Photograph

The restored gas station, old cars and trucks and more route 66 memorabilia than you can imagine.

Where it is:

located 25 miles west of Springfield, MO on Historic Route 66.
(3 miles west of Halltown on Old 66)

Directions:
I-44 westbound exit 57 onto Hwy 96 (If eastbound, take exit 58 and double-back to exit 57). Drive west two miles on Hwy 96. Turn right onto Hwy 266, then quickly turn left to continue driving west (This is old, unmarked Route 66). Drive a half-mile. You’ll see the gas station on the right.

Maps:

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GPS:

37°11’39.972″ N 93°40’45.576″ W

Hours:

There are no established hours, however they are open most days, when they are closed the gate is locked.

Cost:

There is no cost to visit, donations are accepted.

Location Contact Information:

21118 Old 66Ash Grove, MO 65604-7107

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1-843-324-6661

1-417-459-0798

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Greg Disch is a freelance photographer located in Arkansas. Greg specializes in nature, scenic, wildlife, and other outdoor subjects in Arkansas and other areas of the country.  Most of the images on this site are available for sale as prints, personal use, or rights managed stock photos.

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