Seaside, Oregon
Tillamook Rock Lighthouse Columbarium
Where Nor'easters go to die.
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Seaside, Oregon
Where Nor'easters go to die.
Seaside, Oregon
Hundreds of painted rocks dazzle this small beach where adding your own is encouraged.
Seaside, Oregon
Right here, members of the Lewis and Clark expedition boiled ocean water to make salt.
Astoria, Oregon
A Roman-style column in Oregon hides a spiral staircase inside.
Astoria, Oregon
The lush coastal city of Astoria is riddled with forgotten secret sidewalks.
Long Beach, Washington
This super-sized skillet is a replica of a usable giant pan where a woman once skated on bacon.
South Bend, Washington
A giant sculpture dedicated to a staple of South Bend food culture.
Aberdeen, Washington
A tribute to the Nirvana frontman hides beneath the bridge that was the singer's beloved hangout spot.
Copalis Crossing, Washington
This grove of ghostly cedars was killed in 1700 by an enormous tsunami, felt from the United States to Japan.
Quinault, Washington
Standing 191 feet tall and measuring more than 55 feet in circumference, this is the world's tallest spruce tree.
Forks, Washington
This tree has witnessed nearly 1,000 years of history.
La Push, Washington
Shoreline strewn with the remains of ghostly fallen trees.
Neah Bay, Washington
At the most northwestern point of the contiguous United States lies a trail leading through an ancient forest to stunning cliff-side vistas and massive oceanside caves.
Neah Bay, Washington
A museum displaying an impressive collection of pre-contact Makah artifacts.
Forks, Washington
A tiny red pebble marks what may be the quietest outdoor spot in the United States.
Forks, Washington
Stroll through a wonderland of stupendous moss-covered trees.
Forks, Washington
This large Sitka spruce that appears to be floating in mid-air, has defied logic for years.
Seattle, Washington
Pick up all of the cosmic knick-knacks under the sun or take a creative writing course, all offered in this novelty storefront.
Seattle, Washington
A museum dedicated to the history and exploration of both popular music and science fiction.
Rockaway Beach, Oregon
Two massive rock outcroppings on the Oregon coastline.
Neskowin, Oregon
The eerie remnants of an ancient forest were hidden under the sand for centuries.
Otter Rock, Oregon
This coastal rock formation resembles a churning cauldron at high tide.
Yachats, Oregon
There's something big lurking beneath the surface of this tiny Oregon park.
Yachats, Oregon
On the Oregon coast is a natural hole that seems to be draining the sea.