Outdoor art installation featuring a full-scale replica of Stonehenge constructed from vintage American automobiles painted gray.
General Information
Gift shop and visitor center open seasonally (typically Memorial Day to Labor Day)
How to Get There
From Scottsbluff, NE (80 mi): Take US-26 E to NE-2 E in Bridgeport, continue east to Alliance, then head north on US-385 for about 3 miles and turn right onto County Road 59 to reach Carhenge.
Overview
The Carhenge monument in western Nebraska is a whimsical and iconic tribute to both ancient history and American car culture. Created in 1987 by Jim Reinders and his family as a memorial to his father, Carhenge replicates England’s Stonehenge using 39 vintage American automobiles, all painted gray to mimic the original stones. The site also features additional car-based sculptures, making it a quirky outdoor art park that draws thousands of visitors each year. Its remote prairie setting adds to the surreal experience, where classic cars stand solemnly in a circle, aligned with the solstices.
Carhenge has become a beloved roadside attraction and a symbol of creative Americana. Open year-round from dawn to dusk, it offers free admission and seasonal amenities like a gift shop and visitor center. The site is pet-friendly and easily accessible, making it a perfect stop for road trippers, art lovers, and curious travelers alike. Whether you're snapping photos, pondering the fusion of art and engineering, or simply enjoying the Nebraska sky, Carhenge offers a one-of-a-kind experience that blends humor, homage, and heart.
This article uses material from the Wikipedia articles and official tourism pages for the Carhenge, which are released under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share-Alike License 3.0.
