Las Vegas's very own 40-foot-tall fire-spewing praying mantis.

Hollywood's most famous landmark, the "temporary" sign that has stood for decades longer than intended.

The abandoned zoo enclosures offer a perfect place to experience the other side of the bars.

There are lots of hands and feet stamped in the cement in front of Grauman’s Chinese Theater, but Mel left behind something extra.

The blinking light atop the iconic landmark has been sending secret messages for decades.

World's largest collection of serial killer artwork and other macabre exhibits.

An historic and oft-filmed spot for musclebound iron pumpers on the Pacific coast.

The so-called "Statue of Liberty of Los Angeles" is on a one mutant mission to keep L.A. weird.

This iconic L.A. bookshop is housed in an abandoned bank—both symbolic and chic.

An off-grid art installation that encourages its visitors to imagine a world without waste.

This abandoned Navy base was transformed into an off-grid alternative living community for thousands of people.

A hand-built folk art installation covered with messages of God's love.

Version of the French Riviera destroyed by the sea.

The ghostly remains of an accidental sea.

The "world's biggest dinosaur" once housed a creationist museum in its abdomen.

This strange seaside tower got its name from a wealthy eccentric who would hide coins among its stones.

A remote desert lookout offers unparalleled views of the California badlands for those who brave the trek.

The world's largest wooden trestle stretches across this desert canyon in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park.

This dark, quiet forest on the outskirts of San Diego is dense with rumor and lore.

This Pringle-shaped ledge makes for the perfect photo op.

A Biblically-based Natural History Museum.

A futuristic-looking beach house built for the owner of a snack food brand.

L. Frank Baum wrote part of the "Wizard of Oz" series in this wooden Victorian beach resort.

An inconspicuous footbridge beloved by San Diego locals.