Route 66 Submerged: A Sunken Road. A Story Resurfaced.
Step aboard Route 66 SUBMERGED, a 45-minute interpretive boat tour on Lake Springfield that reveals a hidden chapter of America’s most iconic highway. Beneath the surface lies a stretch of Springfield’s original Route 66 alignment, submerged when Sugar Creek was dammed in 1933. Guided by local storytellers this immersive journey blends history, nature, and narrative—offering visitors a fresh, unforgettable way to experience Route 66 from an entirely new angle.
Join us for a 45-minute boat tour on Lake Springfield that reveals a hidden chapter of America’s most iconic highway Route 66.
Beneath the surface lies a stretch of Springfield’s original Route 66 alignment, submerged when Sugar Creek was damned in 1933. Guided by local storytellers this immersive journey blends history, nature, and narrative– offering visitors a fresh, unforgettable way to experience Route 66 from an entirely new angle.
June 1, 2026 – October 2, 2026
Mondays & Fridays at 11:30 am, 1:00 pm and 2:30 pm.
Lake Springfield Marina
17 Waters Edge Blvd, Springfield
217-483-3625
Free-Advanced Registrations Required-Space is Limited
Seating is limited — advanced registration is required.
