A UFO scrapyard in the California desert.

This historic tower in the California desert promises visitors a "vortex of good vibes".

Catch a glimpse of the elusive Peninsular bighorns right off of the desert freeway.

Along a California highway is a kind of Jurassic Park made of metal.

A world-class observatory in the California desert.

An ode to the friendship between four Pacific Rim countries.

Lucha Libre (Mexican Wrestling) themed taco shop.

One of the few remaining carousels built by master amusement park carver Charles I.D. Looff.

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.

Legend says one of the world's largest marine geysers is actually a whale that got wedged within the rocks.

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

This seaside production studio was built to film 'Titanic' and has been the wet set of choice for other Hollywood productions since.

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

Every weekend, people gather here for a brief chance to see their loved ones on the other side of the United States–Mexico border.

This little blue house pokes out over the campus of UC San Diego, seven stories high.

Behind this beachfront shop lies a spectacular, colorful sea cave with an equally colorful past.

The Giant Lemon of Lemon Grove.

Not truly a ship nor a building, the Navy's first and last "landship" is now abandoned due to clerical issues.

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.

One of the largest trees of its kind in California.

The world's largest outdoor organ is played weekly by one of just two civic organists in the U.S.

A sculpture of the famous photograph stands on San Diego's "Greatest Generation Walk."