Lake County, Oregon
Big Hole
This large maar crater in Oregon is the bigger brother to Hole in the Ground.
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Places on this traveler's wishlist.
Lake County, Oregon
This large maar crater in Oregon is the bigger brother to Hole in the Ground.
Bigfork, Montana
A once celebrated industrial wonder now lurks in a quiet corner of Flathead Lake.
Bend, Oregon
The world's last remaining store of its kind.
Cougar, Washington
See the imprints of ancient trees, burned and preserved by lava.
Parowan, Utah
Hundreds of drawings left by the land's previous inhabitants remain mysterious.
Panguitch, Utah
If it wasn’t for an innovative use of quilts during a crisis, the city of Panguitch might not exist today.
Panguitch, Utah
The notorious Wild West outlaw was raised in this unassuming abode.
Jacumba, California
Catch a glimpse of the elusive Peninsular bighorns right off of the desert freeway.
Ocotillo, California
This historic tower in the California desert promises visitors a "vortex of good vibes".
San Diego County, California
The world's largest wooden trestle stretches across this desert canyon in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park.
Borrego Springs, California
Along a California highway is a kind of Jurassic Park made of metal.
Borrego Springs, California
A remote desert lookout offers unparalleled views of the California badlands for those who brave the trek.
Borrego Springs, California
A monument to a one-legged kidnapper, horse thief, and charlatan asks visitors to throw rocks in a pile.
Calipatria, California
The sea once considered an ecological wasteland is now called "crown jewel of avian biodiversity" by scientists.
Bombay Beach, California
Version of the French Riviera destroyed by the sea.
Palm Desert, California
This simple highway curve has become a comedic pilgrimage site.
Palm Springs, California
Traversing these canyons, visitors can take in stunning views and glimpses of the region's history.
Palm Springs, California
At the western edge of Palm Springs, a rugged desert canyon trail leads to a waterfall at the base of the San Jacinto Mountains.
Palm Springs, California
A 250 million-year-old rock formation has earned a rather unique nickname.
Hi Vista, California
The "Kill Bill Church" was transformed into a place of worship after a long Hollywood history.
Lone Pine, California
This rock formation named for its unique shape is one of many that call the Alabama Hills home.
Inyo County, California
The tragedy of the Japanese internment camps is remembered here by a stark "Soul Consoling Tower."
Bishop, California
A charming desert roadside bakery that produces 10 times more bread daily than it has residents in its town.
New Washoe City, Nevada
Historic home to one of the most famous women pioneers of the 19th century.