# Roadside America — Guide to offbeat attractions

> Guide to offbeat roadside attractions in the U.S. and Canada. (iPhone/iPad app by This Exit LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roadside-america/id347393479 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [This Exit LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/329905849)
- Category: Travel, Navigation
- Price: $3.99 with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 2,425 App Store ratings · 124 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 6 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2009-12-31
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roadside-america/id347393479/reviews.md

## What is Roadside America?

App includes 1 region you choose from 7 oddity-rich U.S./Canada regions. Purchase more individually or remaining regions (All Access). The roadside attraction gurus at Roadside America spent decades exploring weird, amusing wonders on America’s highways. The app puts their expertise at your fingertips for your own adventures. Roadside America's stories, unique photos, and tipster reports guide you to less traveled places just off the next exit. 

App includes your choice of 1 permanent U.S./Canada region (see region states list below*). In-app purchases require sign-up for a Roadside America account to unlock more or all regions ("All Access"). 

•Car & Driver: "All the Rt 66–type classics, from neon signs to 25-foot-tall muffler men." •People Jul '24/Shay Spence: "Put in your route and it populates the kitschiest, coolest spots along the way." •Popular Science: “Holy Grail of road-trip apps.” •Thrillist: "Absolute must for fans of animatronic roadside dinosaurs and kitschy rest stops." 
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 DISCOVER UNUSUAL AND FUNNY PLACES
 
- "World’s Largest and Smallest sights
- Museums, graves, statues, Muffler Men
- Bizarre architecture, obscure history
- Route 66 sights, tourist traps, odd theme parks
- Mystery spots, gravity hills, caves

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SEE WHAT'S UP THE ROAD

- Check map for nearby oddities, drop a pin revealing what's ahead.
- Add Start/End city to reveal possibilities along the route.
- Search by attraction, address, or browse by city.
- Explore 70+ themes: Atomic, Music, Celebrities, Tech, Crime, more!

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PLAN A TRIP - OR JUST LAUGH

- Read amusing stories by Roadside America's authors, and useful eyewitness tips by travelers.
- View photos, maps and directions, addresses, hours. Call attractions.
- Help investigate "research" attraction targets we believe have potential!
- Filter Editors' Ratings to focus on must-sees in your vicinity.

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USE ROAD TRIP TOOLS

- Send attraction location to Maps or other popular routing apps
- Mark Saves and Been Theres to view on a list/map. Or filter-hide to only see the unexplored!
- Export/Import your Saves and Been Theres to a 2nd device
- Submit Tips and your photos on oddball and unique discoveries to our editors for possible inclusion. 

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SUPPORT

FAQs (inc. how to Restore regions for new/reset device): 
https://www.roadsideamerica.com/mobile/roadside/ios/faq

For region activation issues, please contact us via app: More, Feedback or the website 
https://www.roadsideamerica.com/mobile/

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* REGIONS: HOW TO COMPLETE YOUR IN-APP PURCHASE(S)

When first launching app, select your one permanent region (see included states, below). You can later make in-app purchases to unlock more regions. All Access unlocks all remaining regions. Register a Roadside America user account for purchased region access recovery (Restore) on new/reset/2nd devices.

- NORTHEAST: Delaware, DC, Connecticut, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia
- SOUTHEAST: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee
- MIDWEST: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin
- SOUTHWEST: Arizona, Colorado, Kansas, Nevada, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas, Utah
- NORTHWEST: Idaho, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Washington, Wyoming
- CALIFORNIA: California, Alaska, Hawaii
- CANADA: Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland, Northwest Territories, Nova Scotia, Ontario, PEI, Québec, Saskatchewan, Yukon

Family Share works for basic app only; additional region access requires separate accounts and in-app purchases by each user.

## Key features

- Discover oddity-rich U.S./Canada regions
- Expert stories, photos, and tipster reports
- Search attractions by name, address, or city
- Explore 70+ themes
- Map nearby oddities
- Save and track visited attractions
- Submit tips and photos

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $3.99.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| US - California | $2.99 | one-time |
| US - Northwest | $2.99 | one-time |
| US - Southwest | $2.99 | one-time |
| US - Midwest | $2.99 | one-time |
| US - Northeast | $2.99 | one-time |
| US - Southeast | $2.99 | one-time |
| Canada | $2.99 | one-time |
| All Access | $7.99 | one-time |
| US Access (v1.0-1.3) | $5.99 | one-time |


## Chart rankings

- #7 in Top Paid · Travel (US App Store)
- #150 in Top Grossing · Travel (US App Store)

## What do users think of Roadside America?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 🚀 Fun and interesting app
- 🚀 Helps find unique roadside attractions
- 🚀 Useful for planning road trips
- 👍 Detailed information and ratings on attractions

**Cons**

- 🐛 App crashes and freezes
- 🐛 Difficulty accessing full content
- 💰 Expensive to unlock all regions
- 🔍 Hard to navigate and find desired content

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Login/account issues
- Regions not syncing between devices
- Blank screens and inability to access content

**Most requested features**

- Ability to restore previous purchases
- Improved map functionality and navigation
- Option to search for specific types of attractions
- Better accessibility for users with disabilities

## Recent user reviews (10 of 124)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roadside-america/id347393479/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Money grab

*2026-07-27, version 3.0.1*

The app is limited to your region. You have to pay more to unlock different sections of the map. Got this to plan a road trip but it was unusable because despite after already paying you have to pay more to see other regions. Quite misleading.

### 1/5 — Crashes

*2026-07-15, version 3.0.1*

App instantly crashes even on updated version

### 1/5 — Won’t load

*2026-07-03, version 3.0*

Paid for the app but just crashes. I can’t get it to open. Bummer cuz I like this site!

### 1/5 — App instantly crashes

*2026-07-03, version 3.0*

App instantly crashes upon opening on 17 Pro Max

### 1/5 — After purchase, app dies

*2026-07-03, version 3.0*

I just bought this for $3.99 but when you click to open, it immediately closes.  
I have tried to reboot phone. Reinstall app.  
ChatGPT told me to turn my location on for the app, but that setting isn’t available.

### 4/5 — Adding 2nd device is confusing

*2026-06-30, version 2.9*

I originally trashed this app because adding 2nd device didn’t’t work. After playing with it I was able to get if working on my 2nd device.  Only 4 stars for the confusion.  
The app is fun and leads you to all the quirky spots you shouldn’t find on you own.  For those not willing to pay for all access - stop whining it’s $7.99. Come on, really??

### 5/5 — Usually awesome. Today it didn’t work

*2026-06-11, version 2.9*

I got this app in 2014. I unlocked all regions for an additional $5.99.

It’s been working perfectly until today. 

Now, all of a sudden, the only unlocked region is Canada. No matter what I do I can’t unlock all regions. I tried to restore, and it says I restored, but it’s still only shows the Canadian region.

And I’m on vacation and wanted to use it like I always do on vacation. 

Usually love the app, now I’m just an extremely unhappy customer. 

***** update.******

I reached out to customer service and they got back to me within one business day. I am back up and running and very happy.  

Thank you, Susan!

### 5/5 — A perfect app

*2026-06-04, version 2.8*

Has greatly improved every road trip I’ve taken for years.

### 4/5 — Enjoy It Mostly!

*2026-04-29, version 2.8*

I wish that there were more than one or two destinations per town.  I’d love to help support by adding locations, with information and pictures if I can in some way.

### 1/5 — Don’t download

*2026-04-18, version 2.8*

Paid $3 and the app is dead nothing there

## Frequently asked questions about Roadside America

### What does the Roadside America app do?

This app is a guide to offbeat and unusual roadside attractions across the U.S. and Canada. It provides expert-curated stories, unique photos, and traveler tips to help you discover quirky sights and plan your adventures.

### How do I access more regions in the app?

The app includes one region of your choice upon initial download. You can purchase additional regions individually or opt for 'All Access' to unlock all remaining regions. A Roadside America account is required to manage and restore your purchases.

### Is this app free to use?

The app is free to download and includes one region. Additional regions and 'All Access' can be unlocked through in-app purchases. There are no advertisements within the app.

### What kind of attractions can I find?

You can discover a wide variety of unusual sights, including the 'World's Largest and Smallest' sights, museums, statues, bizarre architecture, obscure history, Route 66 sights, tourist traps, odd theme parks, mystery spots, and gravity hills.

### Can I use this app for planning my route?

Yes, you can add start and end cities to reveal potential attractions along your route. The app also allows you to search by attraction name or address, browse by city, and send attraction locations to other routing apps.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.0.1 — 2026-07-03

Fixes crash in version 3.0

### 3.0 — 2026-07-02

Various bug fixes and code refinements.

### 2.9 — 2026-06-05

Bug fixes and iOS updates. And new "research" attractions!

### 2.8 — 2025-01-22

Bug fix to external links to RoadsideAmerica pages, map route apps.

### 2.7 — 2025-01-19

- Bug fixes and updated data transmission.
- New oddities, status changes.

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All apps by This Exit LLC: https://appshunter.io/developer/329905849

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