Enchanting Highways

A recent quick trip into southwestern North Dakota (just so we could say we’ve been there) yielded much more than expected. From Interstate 94 in North Dakota near Gladstone, to the small town of Regent, artist Gary Greff has created an “Enchanted Highway” along the 32-mile stretch of two-lane road also known as Highway 21.

 A self-taught local scrap metal artist, Greff has been creating large sculptures to entertain and amaze travelers every few miles along the road since 1989. Each sculpture has its own pullover area with parking and signboards. Combining his imaginative creations with the natural scenes of beauty already along the way, motorists can have an unexpected “enchanting” experience along an otherwise unspectacular stretch of roadway.