Madonna of the Trail
Upland, California
Standing sentinel in Upland, California, the Madonna of the Trail monument offers a poignant moment of reflection for travelers. This stoic bronze figure, holding her child and gazing westward, honors the courage of pioneer women who braved the westward journey on this historic highway. Visitors pause here to connect with a powerful symbol of resilience and hope, a silent witness to generations of American pioneers.
Madonna of the Trail sits at mile 2211 of Route 66 in Upland, California. Heading west, it's 8 mi before Wolfe’s Market Kitchen and Deli.
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