Pirates had to be ousted from the land where this now ruined Louisiana fortress was built.

The crumbling remains of a 19th century fortess.

This abandoned Civil War fortress is slowly being swallowed by the waters of Lake Borgne.

Once defending the city of New Orleans from invasion by sea, this fort faces an uncertain future.

These eerie outliers of the lightning bug family glow a mysterious blue color.

A theme park that suffered massive flooding during Katrina was abandoned, and now proves irresistible to trespassing explorers.

Reverend Jen's unique museum/living room showcases her troll collection.

A museum devoted to bringing to light forgotten or neglected histories through exhibitions, education and public programming.

Step inside Lucy, the world's largest "elephant."

Where beautiful signs live on forever.

This small chapel is built of human bones and decorated with a golden skeleton.

This psychedelic tourist trap is a leisurely descent into madness.

According to one local tradition, the entrance to the Voodoo underworld can be found in New Orleans through seven gates scattered throughout the city's French Quarter.