The rusted remains of a victim of Hurricane Ike.

The highest point in Arizona is an oddly snow-topped peak within the otherwise arid state.

A nature and cultural preserve named for its multitude of petroglyphs carved by the Northern Sinagua people.

Ancient pueblos built into the base of a natural canyon wall.

This historic national park is covered in the stunning ruins of red rock pueblos.

Witnessing the might of this dessert-colored desert waterfall is a rare, powerful treat.

Eons ago, a rushing lava river formed this pristine passage through solid rock.

Legends surround this jagged rock formation in the New Mexico desert.

This volcano rises like a giant anthill from the plains below, with a road spiraling up to the rim.

The land is full of geologic eye candy, such as otherworldly spires, mushroom-shaped hoodoos, and prehistoric fossils.

A flat-topped butte that makes a constant backdrop for Western art.

A beautiful red-faced slot canyon in northern New Mexico.

This giant pocket watch is the third iteration of a local landmark that has been standing just off the Santa Fe Plaza for over 100 years.

This high desert botanical garden is a unique display of Northern New Mexico's geology.

Temporary Burning Man sculpture made of two 18-wheelers.

This vintage animatronics show is the Vegas version of a walk through the woods.

An exotic wildlife habitat right off The Strip.

Dyed by iron oxide over centuries, these sandstone rocks rise thousands of feet into the sky.

Once a mortuary that held the remains of Buffalo Bill, this Denver hotspot is now a death-fixated restaurant.

Some 2,000 carvings show this rare desert spring has been an oasis for travelers for over a thousand years.

Outsider Art Community.

Giant origami sculptures tucked into desert scenery beckon passers-by to explore further.

A serene garden path lined with 36 haiku stamped into clay stones.

A beautiful hike through national parks, forests and beaches in Western Australia.