CHAMPION GETS MILEAGE

Gene Autry rode Champion 27 miles during the filming of Columbia’s “Whirlwind” on a location in Pioneertown, California.

Source:

  • The Morning Call
  • February 25, 1951

Posted: October 16, 2025

Champion gets mileage clipping
  • Pioneer Bowl
    Pioneer Bowl

    Open 5-9 pm most Fridays and Saturday.

    The “Original Fun Center of the High Desert” featuring real wood lanes, and the original 66 year old pinsetters first rolled out by Brunswick. Bowling and pool tables, Bar and restaurant currently under new construction. We do offer corporate, wedding and filming buyouts for those who want an authentic, vintage vibe.