The deepest lake in the United States, and once the site of epic destruction that lives on in legends.

The seamy, underground secrets of Portland's criminal past.

A museum dedicated to the history and exploration of both popular music and science fiction.

A roaring, awe-inspiring double cascade of icy water flows through woodland Oregon like something out of a Tolkien novel.

The birthplace of an eccentric alchemist and possible inspiration for the fictional reanimator of monsters.

Legend has it the commander of the defenders drew a fateful line in the dirt with his sword just before the final battle.

On Hilton Head Island this bronze King of the Sea rules all things briny—and lets you know if you’re late for lunch.

One of the most historical literary characters continues to stroll his hometown.

The fairy tale castle of the “fairy-tale king,” this was also the inspiration for Disney’s “Sleeping Beauty.”

Experience what life was like in Ireland during the Viking and medieval ages.

This German bone house contains the remains of some 20,000 souls.

At this Denver landmark, the meals are compulsory, the sopapillas are complimentary, and the insanity is everywhere.

A wall of chewing gum moonlights as collective art.

A walk through the historic city center, under the streets of Seattle.

This bomb shelter-themed bar has barely changed since it opened.

Everything good comes from Uranus

Come for the heirloom-corn whiskey, stay for the wood hats.

Vintage neon signs illuminate highway history.

The oldest bar in Missouri is hidden within a limestone brewery cellar more than 50 feet underground.

The show pony of cave systems, Fantastic Caverns manages to live up to its name.

400 million-year old limestone caverns nestled in the Ozarks served as shelter and a hideout for cultures throughout North American history.

An ivy-covered arch bridge dedicated to Tejano music singer and legend Rosita Fernandez.

A gorgeous garden oasis with winding paths, stone bridges, and a troubling history.

Over a dozen Native American earth mounds dating back over 2,000 years dot this Tennessee archaeological park.