Despite its name, this route in southern Utah offers a heavenly day trip.

This rugged area of red rocks and arches is often considered one of the most beautiful places on Earth.

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

The abandoned train depot now doubles as a well-placed rest stop for those who take the road less traveled.

This old selenite mine is dotted with tiny crystals that make it shimmer like it's covered in glitter.

A tunnel with windows, so you don't miss out on the impressive views.

This roadside stop between Goblin Valley and the Henry Mountains is the perfect location to view some of the region's natural wonders.

A eclectic collection of military memorabilia.

A Winnebago Tribe collection featuring arrowheads, artwork, and a mysterious rock carving.

An Englishman loses his scalp to a Cheyenne warrior and lives to donate it to a library.

After the musical legend's death, his memorial was mysteriously graffitied in gold.

The only arched bridge made of stone on the entire Mississippi River.

Each year these high desert hills are absolutely covered with poppy flowers in a surreal show of nature.

L. Frank Baum wrote part of the "Wizard of Oz" series in this wooden Victorian beach resort.

One of the largest trees of its kind in California.

L.A.'s oldest operating bowling alley is a beautifully restored homage to its speakeasy days.

One of Hollywood’s favorite government buildings.

An abandoned 1920s-era stretch of cabins now overshadowed by the 66 Motel.

This immigrant bridge once spanned the Thames but is now a fixture of an Arizona city.

The Denver airport is guarded by a 32-foot-tall sculpture of a demonic horse.

Historic funicular railway, believed to be the shortest railroad in the world.

A second generation sun-powered marvel lights up the night.

A sign at the end of the Santa Monica Pier marks the traditional end of the legendary American highway.

These two monoliths have stood at the entrance to the neighborhood since the days it was called "Hollywoodland."