Home to a full-scale replica of the Ezekiel Airship, an aircraft that allegedly flew in 1902—a year before the Wright brothers took to the skies over Kitty Hawk.

The legend of a local monster still haunts this small town.

Granite outcropping that the state's tourism bureau doesn't promote because of its delicate ecosystem.

A historic covered bridge, only one of two remaining in North Carolina.

From golden eagles to peregrine falcons, this rehabilitation and education center is a haven for birds of prey.

A giant 400-acre preserve in North Florida for displaced wolves.

This fast-food outlet is the only space and UFO-themed McDonalds in the world.

Towering basalt columns, a creation of fire and ice.

An underground mansion with fruit-bearing trees and grapes growing beneath the surface of central California.

Four hundred granite steps were built into this massive rock by the National Park Service.

A 19th-century cabin built into a hollowed-out Sequoia tree.

This hidden fire lookout offers spectacular views of Sequoia National Park.

The peaceful gravesite of a rugged wild west gunman echoes the touching story of his last days.