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A "gravitational anomaly" located in the redwood forests just outside of Santa Cruz, California.

A tree grown from astronaut seeds which were exposed to cosmic rays.

Steinbeck's old stomping grounds, immortalized in Cannery Row.

One of the most elaborate displays of Jellyfish is on display at the aquarium.

Enormous crabs, bioluminescent jellies, and other amazing creatures from the ocean’s depths—some of which are in an aquarium for the first time ever.

Two rocks in a perpetual kiss and one of "the most romantic spot in America."

The oldest lighthouse on America's west coast no longer needs keepers, yet they maintain the site anyhow.

This lonesome Monterey cypress has survived centuries of wind, salt, and at least one attempt at arson.

For almost 100 years, this site of peace and spirituality has existed on the California coast.

This little valley along Highway 1 is engulfed by thousands of lilies during the spring season.

Life in this isolated, hilltop lighthouse was lonely, but it sure was lovely.

Centuries of crashing waves carved out this small hole in the rock, which lights up at certain parts of the year.

Eat a tasty meal in the house where John Steinbeck was born.

The birthplace of this Gilded Age celebrity, opera singer, suffragette, and shipwreck survivor has been turned into a museum celebrating her fascinating life.

Admire an ever-changing landscape of stone sculptures.

This stately Victorian-era burial ground overlooking the Pacific Ocean is home to the graves of some of British Columbia's most famous figures.

A small storefront museum explores the history and myth of West Virginia's famous urban legend.

This quirky roadside attraction dives into the many theories surrounding North America's most infamous hairy cryptid.

The Icelandic Sea Monster Museum explores the area's history of aquatic cryptid sightings.

A peculiar mansion built by the troubled heir to the Winchester Rifle Company fortune.

A plaque outside the San Jose airport commemorates the insect's arrival to the West Coast.

The headquarters of a secretive order is also a beautifully-designed park.

This restaurant's marvelous musical machines include a self-playing violin.

It took years to decode its mysterious messages.