Mentryville Oil Ghost Town Rich in History

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Epic Road Trip from Los Angeles to Zion &...

This is the story of our epic road trip from Los Angeles to Zion and Bryce National Parks in Utah.  We had limited time, but so much to see. We selected the following destinations and now share our itinerary and route for how to see 12 amazing places in only 3 days.

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In Search of Wooden Trolls and Giant Disco Balls

I never thought I would be hunting Thomas Dambo's famous giant wooden trolls in a forest, but here I am.

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