Places rubysage Wants to Go

Perhaps the world's only gas station inspired by a political scandal.

In Washington's Yakima Valley lies a town "where dinosaurs roam."

Not-so-fearsome tiny trolls live under this wooden train trestle in Portland.

A startling waterfall, not far from a roadside viewpoint.

Dozens of whimsical bear statues "hibernate" here during the winter months.

A whimsical menagerie of devils, krampuses, satyrs, and other horned creatures.

Along with used instruments, this pawn shop has pieces of music history on display.

This stoic, if derpy, giant stands as a monument to Oregon's statehood and the novelty culture of yesteryear.

Is this the most Portland place ever?

These old stone ruins in the Oregon wilderness were once bathrooms and are steeped in legends of murder.

Hundreds of handmade critters fill this tiny window gallery in the heart of Portland's Alberta Arts District.

Instead of fruit, the branches of this tree are brimming with hopes and dreams.

Forever immortalized in concrete, this Simpsons etching was crafted by show creator Matt Groening.

A tribute to a unique bike race that takes place every year.

This public art piece proves that in Portland even reporting the weather is a thing of whimsy.

The magic's in the hole!

No two pieces are exactly the same at Portland's hippo-themed hardware store.

A world of craftwork elegantly curated in a historic brick warehouse.

The oldest tofu shop in the United States is a firm favorite with locals.

Definitely not a clown bar.

Featuring a casually threatening atmosphere along with dessert and coffee to die for.

On East Burnside, a 24-hour vending machine distributes world-class pastries.

This theatre and its amazing marquee harken back to the Golden Age of Hollywood.

Inside a humble hangar is some of the best roller derby the world has to offer.