This famous bridge twisted itself into oblivion, but not for the reason you might think.

This large Sitka spruce that appears to be floating in mid-air, has defied logic for years.

This scenic gorge is named after one of the most famous Bigfoot attacks in pseudohistory.

One small town in the Pacific Northwest transformed itself into a Bavarian-themed tourist destination.

This dilapidated ship carcass covered in trees is a striking sight.

A surreal landscape where fanged rocks rise from the ground and the ocean feels like a great mystery.

A sliver of nostalgia in Seattle's Viretta Park.

This monument on Breed's Hill proves that one of the most famous battles of the Revolutionary War is misnamed.

The site of Paul Revere's historic two lantern warning.

Experience the hysteria of a 17th century witch hunt through goofy reenactments and wax dummies that should probably be burned at the stake.

Berthed at the Charlestown Navy Yard in Boston, "Old Ironsides" is the oldest commissioned warship still afloat.

The only structure left with direct ties to the Salem witchcraft trials of 1692.

No two pieces are exactly the same at Portland's hippo-themed hardware store.

This gorgeous beach hides behind two headlands in Oregon's Ecola State Park.

A vertically floating hemlock controls the waves and weather at Crater Lake.

Entering this curiosity shop is like stepping into a mad scientist's lab.

Despite a legend that says this highest peak in Oregon was climbed in high heels scores of people have died on its slopes.

A massive sea stack famous for its appearance in The Goonies.

Only known mainland rookery of the threatened Stellar sea lion.

The deepest lake in the United States, and once the site of epic destruction that lives on in legends.

It's safe—and permitted—to walk across these twin natural sandstone arches.

A tunnel with windows, so you don't miss out on the impressive views.

The fifth-longest natural arch in the world, and the longest outside China.

The world's only international cryptozoology museum is host to an unrivaled collection of mysterious objects.