One of America's largest retail chains got its start in one of its most remote rural destinations.

A small town built on an abandoned airfield has former runways as streets and a bar and grill in an old airplane hangar.

This town is home to the world’s largest arch constructed entirely of elk antlers.

One of the largest collections of wildlife art in the United States, built into the side of a cliff in rural Wyoming.

A popular rock that acted as a waymarker for American pioneers.

This Yellowstone geyser may not shoot as high as the nearby Old Faithful, but it erupts for considerably longer.

An architect's childhood fantasy treehouse made real.

The world's largest mineral hot springs is home to a herd of bison, a free public bath house, beautiful mineral formations, and a terrifying swinging bridge.

The highest point in Texas is capped by a big silver pyramid.

A view-altering observatory at the University of Texas.

A stone marker commemorating the first time sound was transmitted over wires.

The oldest family-run restaurant in the United States is a living museum of New Orleans dining history.

At this studio, musicians, engineers, and quite possibly a music-loving ghost carry on Puerto Rico's musical traditions.

The highest peak in Puerto Rico is home to a rare fern that can only be found on six trees at its summit.

The short hike is worth the stunning views and crystal blue waters of a secluded beach.

The United States Capitol's former columns still stand.

This unauthorized stone mermaid was secretly carved out of public stone before being permanently preserved.

This massive stained-glass masterpiece is thought to be the largest Tiffany dome in existence.

This nearly 200-year-old restaurant's history includes an exiled French prince, JFK, and a very hungry Daniel Webster.

The American Revolution was galvanized into serious action due to the tragic clash with British soldiers that occurred at this location.

The spot in the Mile-High City that's exactly 5,280 feet above sea level (at least for now).

Very likely the only museum in the world that celebrates the glory of the humble banjo.

This zombie-themed restaurant stands out in the heart of corn country.

This popular pitstop lives up to its name.