The unusual patterns in this rock formation result from two distinct modes of weathering.

The ancient dwellings of the Puebloans, located in the cliffs of majestic mesas.

A breathtaking array of ancient Pueblo structures and artifacts counterintuitively preserved by neglect.

This museum of miniature displays provides a journey through early American history.

Pillars made of 700 pieces of luggage climb to the ceiling of Sacramento Airport's baggage claim.

Seven ceramic sculptures are scattered around this California college campus.

This corn maze so big you may want to pack a lunch, and possibly a flaregun.

A huge collection of rocks, gems, and crystals.

The largest drain hole in the world.

California's own majestic geyser is powered by a subterranean volcano.

This abandoned boat was left in place thanks to its rotting beauty.

'Cause the fence start shaking, the earth was quaking.

The lighthouse central to the 1980s horror classic "The Fog" is, in fact, located in one of the foggiest areas of the Pacific Coast.

The southernmost outpost of the Russian Empire in colonial America.

A trash dump made beautiful by nature's power.

A vaudeville performer mounted this hollowed-out redwood log onto the chassis of a truck, and toured the country spreading a message of conservation.

One of the most scenic stretches of road in America winds between some of the country's oldest trees.

Commonly referred to as the most photographed Victorian home in the United States.

Thirteen pastel palaces in downtown Charleston add a gorgeous splash of color to the city.

This recently rediscovered Civil War-era submarine was the first to ever sink an enemy ship.

South Carolina's last remaining slavery auction house is now a museum devoted to its own tragic history.

This long unused shot tower on the Mississippi remains a point of pride for a small city in Iowa.

The oldest university museum west of the Mississippi retains its 19th century feel.

This simple home was the beginning of a long journey for the iconic Western film star.