The only standing town in the United States that early Chinese Americans built for themselves.

A plaque and memorabilia collection mark where A&W got its start.

This hidden amusement park is a magical escape for kids and kids-at-heart.

When it was built in 1929, this historic bridge was the only place to cross the Colorado River for 600 miles.

Its dark depths conceal millions of rare, delicate crystal formations.

Founded in 1873 to support the needs of the gold mines flourishing nearby, this is the last water-powered foundry in the United States.

This Native American settlement dates back to the Pueblo II period.

This Old West eatery along America's Loneliest Road was originally a stop on the Pony Express.

US-50 in Nevada is known as "the Loneliest Road in America," but this earlier iteration of the route is even lonelier.

A Norwegian-born sculptor created these soaring guardian angels at the entrance to Hoover Dam.

Experience a charming 1930's version of "infotainment."

At 130 years old and 126 feet tall, it is the largest known example of the rare Torrey pine tree.

Inky sludge oozes to the surface of this beach thanks to a rare natural tar seep.

The disdain for this dysfunctional dam is reflected in a giant pair of scissors painted on the concrete face.

Officially named the "Loneliest Road in America," this barren stretch of Nevada road offers almost nothing but sky and open fields.

This arts and culture cultural center explores the diverse cultural heritage of the American West.

An ill-fated attempt to grow wheat in the sagebrush steppe of northeastern Nevada.

The world's first motel is now an administrative building for an apple farm.

A unique museum where guests can rent and operate a locomotive.

This fully intact Neoclassical-Greek Revival style firehouse operated until 1938.

A grave dedicated to the pioneers who settled California.

A historic landmark and museum filled with curious objects representing the history of Key West.

A simple statue outside a California Amtrak station honors the overlooked contributions of the "silent spikes."

A Mysterious Masonic tomb in San Luis Obispo.