A delightfully quirky blend of oddities spread throughout an old 1920s bank.

A Roman-style column in Oregon hides a spiral staircase inside.

The first North American landing spot for James Cook on his third voyage of discovery in the Pacific.

Where Nor'easters go to die.

Two massive rock outcroppings on the Oregon coastline.

This stoic, if derpy, giant stands as a monument to Oregon's statehood and the novelty culture of yesteryear.

A collection of colorful dinosaurs hidden in an actual rainforest.

Only known mainland rookery of the threatened Stellar sea lion.

100-year-old shipwreck you can walk up to at low tide.

The magic's in the hole!

A roaring, awe-inspiring double cascade of icy water flows through woodland Oregon like something out of a Tolkien novel.

A black and white painted wall creates an optical illusion in the California desert.

In the country around Buttonwillow, California, a marker commemorates a revealing moment in the story of a water colony from the fictional Kcymaerxthaere that sought independence.

Sports history, made in the Arroyo Seco.

Thousands of turbines whir at at the origin of North American wind power.

The White House Situation Room was taken apart in 2006 and shipped to the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library.

The awe-inspiring ship from the golden era of cruising has an incomparable history and a reputation as one of the world’s most haunted places.

This municipal playground was co-created by the father of one of the most playful characters ever.

A second generation sun-powered marvel lights up the night.

These four islands right offshore have waterfalls, colorful lights, fancy buildings, and a secret purpose.

A massive volcanic plug is now a protected area that hosts a number of bird species.

A military vehicle collection, showcasing how war transportation advanced from horse drawn artillery to self propelled cannons.

Hiding amid the largest camellia collection in the country lies a charming children's maze, donated by a secret admirer.

An historic and oft-filmed spot for musclebound iron pumpers on the Pacific coast.