Rocks

Nestled within a German forest is an intriguing, growing rock.

The largest glacial erratic boulder on Cape Cod.

This remote island known for its balancing boulder may have inspired Peter Pan's Neverland.

This honeycomb-textured tafone looks like a petrified troll head.

An otherworldly, fossil-rich cobble beach holds Viking graves, cairns, and other remains.

This large pile of traveler-curated rocks by the dry lakebed is a longstanding tradition on the Old Mojave Road.

Incredible rock formations jut from the southern end of this spectacular stingray-viewing spot.

Outside a Viking museum sits a modern-day runestone made by a Swedish runemaster using traditional methods.

This lone tree and dramatic sandstone outcropping are so beloved by Michiganders they can be found on one of the state’s coins.

This mysteriously shaped boulder may have been used for human sacrifice in ancient times.

Known as the "Valley of the Moon," this Jordanian wadi is one of the most amazing desertscapes on Earth.

Buddhist pilgrims journey to this sacred rock to leave offerings and have their wishes granted.

Rare pigmented engravings cover the walls of this Stone Age shelter.