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A six-ton, 12-foot-tall concrete prairie dog is touted as the largest in the world.

From this scenic rockface, you can still see the paths Western pioneers followed.

This was the first ever National Lakeshore, established in 1966.

A precariously balanced rock perches on the edge of a cliff created tens of thousands of years ago by glacial erosion.

The eerie remnants of an ancient forest were hidden under the sand for centuries.

Two massive rock outcroppings on the Oregon coastline.

A massive sea stack famous for its appearance in The Goonies.

This gorgeous beach hides behind two headlands in Oregon's Ecola State Park.

The highest point in Washington state is a volcano covered in glaciers.

At the most northwestern point of the contiguous United States lies a trail leading through an ancient forest to stunning cliff-side vistas and massive oceanside caves.

This tree has witnessed nearly 1,000 years of history.

Standing 191 feet tall and measuring more than 55 feet in circumference, this is the world's tallest spruce tree.

A glimpse into the "Logging Capital of the World" at a time when there was far more forest and far less machinery.

An abandoned World War II bunker is part of a chain that runs throughout Washington.

Rustic natural hot springs in the deciduous rain forest.

The only road through the heart of Glacier National Park.

Spectacular views await visitors to this lake.

With over 340,000 artifacts and counting, there is something for everyone, often called the "Smithsonian of the West."

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

A hidden gem of a saloon in the middle of a ghost town.

Drive up a paved road into "Nevada's Yosemite" for exquisite views and mountain hiking in an alpine setting.

The short hike is worth the stunning views and crystal blue waters of a secluded beach.

A magnificent waterfall nestled in the heart of the El Yunque National Forest.

Enjoy the waters of this half-moon-shaped natural pool surrounded by breathtaking scenery.