[PHOTOS] The Old Ridge Route Comes to Life – San Diego & Orange County Model A Ford Club Tour

(Cover photo by Ryan Babroff) On May 4th 2025, the rain broke just in time for a magical journey back in time along the Old Ridge Route. Eight Model A Fords traveled to Gorman to take a tour of the road, coming from San Diego and Orange County. The group of over 20 met in … Read more

VIDEO: Historic Old Ridge Route Gets Much-Needed Repairs Thanks to SoCalGas and Preservation Efforts

READ the full story here A dive into the work happening up on the Old Ridge Route with RRPO board member, Sydney Croasmun and SoCalGas representative, Rob Duchow! Get a glimpse of the roadwork, learn about the history and significance and see why this project is so important. Thank you so much KHTS for a … Read more

Antique Cars and Historic Tales Bring the Old Ridge Route to Life [PHOTOS]

History came alive on November 2, 2024, as the Ridge Route Preservation Organization (RRPO) partnered with the Ridge Route Communities Museum (RRCM) and the Model A Club of Bakersfield for a unique guided tour along the historic 1915 Old Ridge Route. The event began at Fort Tejon State Historic Park, where participants gathered to set … Read more

What’s open? How to get involved?

So you’re interested in the Old Ridge Route? We’re so happy to have you along for the ride! The best location to see the Old Ridge Route by vehicle is from the north end. Exit the 5 (North from LA, South from Bakersfield) at the 138, continue just past Quail Lake and on the right … Read more

Come see the Ridge Route! Road Surveys and Pothole Project

Have you wanted to see the Old Ridge Route? We have two potential ways coming up! August 17th – Gold Member Road Survey This is the first of its kind… we will be thanking our Gold Members for their support by opening up one of our regular road surveys! This is usually a board members … Read more