Definitely one of the more peculiar spots in a state filled with peculiarity.
Also note the custom of leaving "graffiti" made of coloured rocks along the railroad to the north of the highway for miles in both directions.
Entrance by appointment only; the parkland's trails are still in the planning stages. Call (310) 589-3200.
A lovely spot for wedding pictures, & other sorts of photographic indulgences. Plenty of parking across the road. I was there on a Saturday but, with a little patience (not my strongest suit), was still able to get some good shots without throngs of people in them.
Yes, it's old; and yes, it's rustic. The best rooms have a view of the sunset beyond the mountains (and perhaps the busiest railway in the country) from large balconies. They also capture every sound from the rooms above, have tiny bathrooms shoehorned into already small rooms, and are horribly overpriced.
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A couple of ordinary old bridges. Best thing about them is that there's a decent restaurant just a little ways down the road.
Very scary hanging bridge. Moderate hike down and back. The falls are beautiful.
This is a private home. The next-door neighbour has some good steel silhouette cut-outs.
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Just the roadway of an old bridge with the parapets removed. No access.
Clean, comfortable, close to the freeway and operated by pleasant people. Rates are very reasonable. I wish all small towns had good lodging like this. But call for a reservation, because it's not that big a place.
To get here, exit Pine Bluffs (Exit 401 from Interstate 80); go north to the T intersection with US 30; turn right. Follow US 30 to Statue Street, an unpaved road leading to the shrine, which you will see a couple of blocks away on your right.
In addition to the large statue of Mary, there are the Stations of the Cross and some smaller Marian statues, some with kneelers for your contemplation.