A collision of human error and natural geothermal pressure created this rainbow-colored geologic wonder.

A unique solar-powered pottery studio and gallery in the desert.

Standing in a state of "arrested decay," this ghost town allows for a detailed peek into Gold Rush life in an unusually harsh climate.

Nevada's largest cactus collection stands outside a candy mogul's small factory.

Stepping away from the glitz of mobsters and casinos to learn about the other history of Vegas.

A gothic palace of endless stalagmites and pseudoscorpions waits within one of the world's most beautiful caves.

Rich red almandine gemstones are waiting inside the volcanic rock strewn across this eastern Nevada hillside.

Officially named the "Loneliest Road in America," this barren stretch of Nevada road offers almost nothing but sky and open fields.

This railroad magnate's 19th century tower is more than a little bit out of place in the Nevada desert.

A tree bears footwear on the loneliest road in America.

The largest dune field in the Mojave offers a chance of hearing the 'singing sands.'

A pair of large white marble lions guard this stretch of the Mojave Desert, and it is utterly mysterious how they got there.

The ghost town that ended up on Ebay.

This dormant volcanic crater has been converted from a roiling pit of magma to a pleasant hiking spot.

Artist Jack Pierson made this surreal sculpture in honor of Wonder Valley, a countercultural community on edge of civilization.

Explore 10 acres of environmental sculptures.

An artist's vision for connectivity spans seven continents and 16 countries.

James Turrell's total color immersion art installation, hidden on the top floor of a luxury handbag shop.

This incredible collection of vintage pinball machines can be played at 25 cents a pop.

Formerly the world's largest, this Willy Wonka-esque contraption runs 24/7.

Keen eyes can find the Disney influences throughout this treasure trove of a tiki bar.

Crumbling pink walls and murder memorials preserve the pioneer history of Joshua Tree.

The decaying adobe remains of an old homestead are just off the beaten path in Joshua Tree National Park.

An eerie natural formation that looks right back at you.