A trash dump made beautiful by nature's power.

This enormous World War II relic is one of the largest wooden structures in the world.

Where the first "expert riders, willing to risk death daily" for the Pony Express were recruited.

The California capital city once stood 10 feet lower than it does today.

A replica of the first public theater built in California.

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

Legend has it the commander of the defenders drew a fateful line in the dirt with his sword just before the final battle.

This unlicensed collection of fast-food memorabilia sits on the site of the first ever McDonald's restaurant.

Each year, teams of the world's best snow sculptors have 65 hours to create frozen masterpieces.

A small horde of mythical creatures lurk almost imperceptibly within the museum's wildlife dioramas.

The fifth tallest statue in the United States is a shirtless monument to the oil worker.

This was once the home of Gahan's Saloon, Denver's most storied speakeasy.

Central City celebrates its most famous madam by racing beds down Main Street.

This 19th century train workshop is a treasure trove of railroad history.

Once America’s most beautiful army base, this abandoned military fort on the coast of Monterey Bay has been left to the elements.

The unbelievably opulent home built for an infamous newspaperman.

The dramatic upward-curving roof is one of the most iconic examples of Googie architecture that still stands today.

The spot in the Mile-High City that's exactly 5,280 feet above sea level (at least for now).

A downtown park built on top of unclaimed graves.

The final resting place of American icon Buffalo Bill, and a museum that aids in telling his tale.

Miraculous tree that seems to sprout out of solid rock.

One of the smallest towns in the United States.

A monument to the egos of two railroad magnates that fell into decline along with their careers.

The high point on the 16th president's eponymous roadway is marked by a massive version of his head.