Places eljojoe Wants to Go

One of the largest Buddhist stupas in North America is built of concrete designed to last 1,000 years.

Even in death, he's still your huckleberry.

The scene of one of the darkest moments in American labor history has been left essentially untouched since the tragedy.

These decaying bridges 1,000 feet high are a reminder of the skill it took to cross the Colorado Rockies by rail.

This deserted Gold Rush town is home to a Masonic lodge that, strangely enough, still holds meetings.

The highest paved road in North America winds its way up Mount Blue Sky in Colorado to an altitude of 14,130 feet above sea level.

This super steep hike ascends 2,000 feet in less than a mile.

A little-known hot spring haven right below the highway.

This once-popular otherworldly landscape was formed by one of the largest volcanic eruptions in history.

These faux-cliff dwellings allow visitors to climb around on a replica archaeological site.

This spectacular track has run continuously since 1882.

It’s hard to believe this hostile landscape was once a health resort.

Once a year, the ruins of an ancient village come alive with hundreds of glowing farolitos.

Spectacular 300-foot cliffs in a lush mountain canyon.

John Wayne, Ronald Reagan, and other Hollywood actors have resided in this picturesque Route 66 hotel.

Once a mining boom town, Mogollon’s well-preserved buildings are tucked away in the mountains of the Gila National Forest.

This small canyon park was once the main street of Silver City—until a flood washed it away.

Volunteers spent years restoring a vintage steam locomotive to operating condition.

The vanishing remains of an old water station from the late 19th century.

These unique volcanic rock formations offer the perfect opportunity to camp and hike.

A rare memento of a lost Indigenous group.

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

This remote camping site offers incredible stargazing opportunities.

Explore a misty river canyon from a metal bridge system.