A tribute to the disposable cups that were once manufactured here, this 68-foot-tall statue would be difficult to throw away.

The sea once considered an ecological wasteland is now called "crown jewel of avian biodiversity" by scientists.

The helicopter that "Tricky Dick" absconded from the White House in on his last day in office.

This giant spider sculpture made from the iconic car is one giant visual pun.

A site dedicated to the civil rights case that helped desegregate schools in California.

The Citrus Variety Collection at UC Riverside contains two trees of each of the 1,000+ varieties of citrus.

A bust of the entertainer and politician sits in an alcove at the Palm Springs Airport.

Megachurch turned Catholic church comprised of 10,000 glass panes.

An ancient mineral hot spring sits at the middle of this combination cultural center and spa.

Museum dedicated to the preservation of surf culture.

A very tiny church, bisected by a now-dead oak tree and marooned in the middle of a shopping center parking lot.

An unexpected connection to Chicago awaits visitors on an island just off the California coast.

A giant stalk of celery honors the Japanese farmers who once cultivated the area.

This bronze statue commemorates the strange and beloved mascot of UC Irvine—the only university to be represented by a giant anteater.

A striking geological formation in Southern California.

This beautiful ridge-top trail is dotted by tiny homes apparently built by a group of itinerant fairies.

A remote desert lookout offers unparalleled views of the California badlands for those who brave the trek.

A monument to a one-legged kidnapper, horse thief, and charlatan asks visitors to throw rocks in a pile.

This park is home to well over 100 handmade birdhouses.

Statues pay tribute to the icons of "Killer Dana," one of California's most famous surfing towns.

Large metal sculptures spread throughout an open landscape.

A dramatic coastline that’s home to a rare pine tree.

Go deep on these fascinating fish, and get a bonus lesson on the importance of marine conservation.

A brick labyrinth hidden in a church courtyard where anyone can take a quiet, contemplative walk.