Elmer Long’s Bottle Tree Ranch
Elmer Long’s Bottle Tree Ranch is a landmark on Route 66 located near Oro Grande California in the Mojave Desert. Elmer grew up in California and accompanied his father on trips to the desert where they collected most anything they could find, including bottles for his fathers collection. Elmer built his first bottletree in 2000 and when his father passed away a few years later Elmer inherited his fathers collection . The bottletrees continued to a count of over 200 with all of the other junk making each one unique.
Elmer Long passed away peacefully on June 22nd, 2019 surrounded by friends and family.
He created an amazing place that became a thing of wonder and a destination for people all over the world. His family will do everything in it’s power to preserve and protect his legacy after his sudden passing.
Where it is:
Elmer Long’s Bottle Tree Ranch is located at 24266 National Trails Hwy, Oro Grande, CA 92368, between Victorville & Barstow on what used to be Route 66.
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GPS:
34.6903, -117.3394
Cost:
There is no cost to visit, but donations are greatly appreciated
Hours:
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Thank you for your comment, I will correct the text of the post.
Elmer Long’s Father, Elmer E Long did not pass away in 2000. Elmer was my Uncle and Elmer of the Bottle Ranch, who we all called Pinky, started his bottle ranch way before his Dad passed away. My Mom passed in 2002 and Uncle Elmer was still alive at that time. He passed either in 2003 or 2004. You need to get your facts straight.