Forks, Washington
John's Beachcombing Museum
One man's eclectic collection of treasures found at sea.
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Forks, Washington
One man's eclectic collection of treasures found at sea.
Forks, Washington
A glimpse into the "Logging Capital of the World" at a time when there was far more forest and far less machinery.
Forks, Washington
This large Sitka spruce that appears to be floating in mid-air, has defied logic for years.
Aberdeen, Washington
A tribute to the Nirvana frontman hides beneath the bridge that was the singer's beloved hangout spot.
Tacoma, Washington
"The House That Love Built" is shying away from "The House That Ghosts Love."
Tacoma, Washington
This three-story antique market and curiosity emporium claims to be "the largest singly owned antique shop in the Pacific Northwest."
Tacoma, Washington
This century-old confectioner's outlet store was plucked right out of the Seattle World's Fair.
Federal Way, Washington
This 22-acre botanical garden is home to the largest collection of rhododendrons in the world.
North Bend, Washington
Twin Peaks' real life Double R Diner has been restored to its damn fine television look.
Winlock, Washington
The world's largest egg has been cracked a number of times over the years but has been repeatedly replaced.
Toutle, Washington
Outside this souvenir shop is a statue of Bigfoot composed of volcanic ash, and plenty more to see inside.
Vancouver, Washington
A whimsical menagerie of devils, krampuses, satyrs, and other horned creatures.
Vancouver, Washington
A library of only unpublished manuscripts.
Portland, Oregon
This Portland Art gallery doubles as a studio that supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Portland, Oregon
Delightful disarray of found objects and clutter.
Portland, Oregon
These old stone ruins in the Oregon wilderness were once bathrooms and are steeped in legends of murder.
Portland, Oregon
Portlandia is the second-largest copper repoussé statue in the United States.
Portland, Oregon
The world's smallest park was dedicated in 1948 as the only colony for leprechauns west of Ireland.
Portland, Oregon
These machines have been collecting dust for decades.
Portland, Oregon
This Portland shop is brimming with natural wonders, local art, and handmade goods fashioned from recycled materials.
Portland, Oregon
No two pieces are exactly the same at Portland's hippo-themed hardware store.
Portland, Oregon
Gigantic private toy museum featuring among finest collections of antique mechanical banks in existence.
Portland, Oregon
The U.S. Navy's last diesel-electric submarine rests half-submerged in the middle of Portland.
Portland, Oregon
Their motto is, "We've been bonkers for hats even longer than you have!"