United States & Canada
Rocky Mountains
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Welcome to the Rocky Mountains! This massive mountain range stretches more than 3,000 miles from Canada down through the United States, full of snowy peaks, alpine lakes, and wildlife.
Why is it famous?
It is one of the longest mountain chains in the world.
Its jagged snow-capped peaks and clear alpine lakes draw hikers and skiers from everywhere.
How was it formed?
The Rockies were pushed up around 55-80 million years ago as huge underground plates collided.
Glaciers later carved sharp peaks and deep valleys into the rising rock.
Amazing facts
The range stretches over 3,000 miles from British Columbia, Canada to New Mexico, USA.
Mount Elbert in Colorado is the tallest peak at 14,440 feet.
Quick facts
- The range stretches over 3,000 miles from British Columbia, Canada to New Mexico, USA.
- Mount Elbert in Colorado is the tallest peak at 14,440 feet.
- The Continental Divide runs along the Rockies, splitting rivers that flow to opposite oceans.
- The range is home to elk, moose, bighorn sheep, and grizzly bears.