An idyllic mineral hot springs facility with a more-than checkered past.

One of the oldest Black communities in western North Carolina and one of the largest Black Mennonite congregations in the country.

A 315-foot spire jutting out from the Blue Ridge Mountains makes for breathtaking views.

During World War II, blimps were a key part of the United States' defense against German U-boats—this building could house a dozen of the armed airships.

Don't be surprised if you see a long-necked dinosaur peeking out from among the trees in Northgate Park.

In a pedestrian tunnel on North Carolina State’s campus resides an expressive and artistic free-for-all.

Inside this old train depot resides a multi-line model train covering western North Carolina.

A water pumping station disguised as a residential home to assuage concerned neighbors now tricks most passersby.

Rare videos and memorabilia await visitors inside this unique store.

So many migrating birds roost on the bridge, it has a special summer speed limit.

The North Carolina grounds are leased in perpetuity to the British Commonwealth for as long as the WWII sailors are buried there.

A giant cat slowly prowls the parking lot of Zebulon's car dealerships.

This sinkhole is disguised as a pond and named after the man who stumbled upon it.

This futuristic folk sculpture park sits along a peaceful stretch of rural North Carolina roadway.

This giant iron playfully pays tribute to an early 20th-century architectural trend.

A young state senator's deathbed plea to be buried inside a rock resulted in this unusual grave site.

A Nessie-like monster supposedly lurks in this lake.

Hidden amid a collection of trails is the site of a tragic crash.

This handcrafted, old western-style town is filled with deserted cars, retired movie props, and other forms of Americana.

A historic dam made famous for its turbines and feature in a Hollywood classic.

This winding road of 318 curves is a must-visit for (careful) motorcycle and sports car enthusiasts.

This granite rock face is named for the magnificent reflection that occurs when the sun hits it just right.

Practice your Dirty Dancing lifts in the manmade lake where Johnny Castle himself did.

This roadside attraction has been serving out its fair share of hearty folklore and chaos since 1858.