This futuristic bridge is one of the longest self-anchored pedestrian bridges in the world.

This rock formation named for its unique shape is one of many that call the Alabama Hills home.

The set location for a 1987 cult classic draws international film buffs to the middle of the Mojave Desert.

The decaying adobe remains of an old homestead are just off the beaten path in Joshua Tree National Park.

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

Not truly a ship nor a building, the Navy's first and last "landship" is now abandoned due to clerical issues.

Two mammoth statues inspired by equally tall tales lure tourists to this roadside attraction.

It should come as no surprise that the world's largest artichoke lies in the town that calls itself the "Artichoke Center of the World."

This quirky UFO-shaped curiosity is often mistaken for the airport’s control tower.

The oldest continuously operating church in California.

A glimpse into the lives of the the Miwok and Paiute people in Yosemite National Park.

This ramshackle ghost town is comprised of mining-era buildings collected from around the region.

Hike amid the palm trees that thrive among Southern California's Indio Hills.

Legendary frontman of the Doors looms in this giant mural by famed Venice muralist, Rip Cronk.

An historic and oft-filmed spot for musclebound iron pumpers on the Pacific coast.

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

The only thing stranger than stumbling onto these philosophical musings is the story of the homesteader who created them.

A sculpture of the famous photograph stands on San Diego's "Greatest Generation Walk."

Finally the worlds of UFO enthusiasts and beef jerky lovers have come together in this roadside shop.

A glittering South Asian anomaly in a wealthy Los Angeles suburb.

Crumbling pink walls and murder memorials preserve the pioneer history of Joshua Tree.

The blinking light atop the iconic landmark has been sending secret messages for decades.

Thousands of migrating monarchs overwinter clustered amongst the eucalyptus trees.

Once America’s most beautiful army base, this abandoned military fort on the coast of Monterey Bay has been left to the elements.