The self-made house sculpture of an outsider artist who named himself "Chief Rolling Thunder."

A 90-foot-tall psychedelic "tree" on the side of the highway has baffled passersby for decades.

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

This giant slab of driftwood marks the beginning of the Winnemucca to the Sea Highway.

It may no longer take overnight guests, but the Martin still makes out-of-towners feel at home—just like it has for the past century.

Come for the speed, leave in love with the desert.

Small Nevada town embraced its designation as the "Armpit of America" with an Old Spice-sponsored festival.

An ill-fated attempt to grow wheat in the sagebrush steppe of northeastern Nevada.

An attractive alpine lake at 8,400 feet that is accessible via a paved road.

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

This arts and culture cultural center explores the diverse cultural heritage of the American West.

Once a famous outpost for purchasing saddles and spurs, this museum preserves the art, craft, and style of the American cowboy.

The world's largest dead polar bear, immortalized by taxidermy and Hunter S. Thompson.