With hiking, railways, picturesque drives, and more, these expansive ranges welcome all nature enthusiasts.

Teton Range

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PicturesqueGrand Teton National Parkprotects the stunning Teton Range.

Millions of visitors flock to this park annually to hike, camp, and enjoy the incredible mountain views.

Dewey Lake from the Pacific Crest Trail

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The Cascades also feature Mount Saint Helens, the active stratovolcano that last erupted in 2008.

Uinta Mountains

Found primarily in northeastern Utah, the Uinta Mountains are the highest in the state.

Other outdoor activities include rafting, boating, camping, and hiking.

View of Grand Teton range reflected in a lake

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Mount Olympus is the range’s highest peak, with an elevation reaching 7,980 feet.

The Santa Lucia Range, which features the incredible Big Sur region, is particularly picturesque.

The area also has lovely scenic drives and several charming small towns.

Sunrise over the Great Smoky Mountains in Gatlinburg, Tennessee.

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Snow capped mountains in the Alaskan Range

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Valley floor with towering mountains in Kings Canyon National Park

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Starry Night Sky in the Uinta Mountains

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Winding mountain road in Olympic National Park, Washington

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Scenic view from wooden bench of Smoky and Blue Ridge Mountains in North Carolina

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Sunrise over a grassy field on Mount Tamalpais with a view of the ocean

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View of the Adirondacks from the summit of Whiteface Mountain in New York.

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Scenic view of Stanley Lake and Sawtooth Mountains at Stanley Idaho

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View of the rocky landscape around Lake Helene and Bighorn Mountains, Wyoming

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View from a peak within the White Mountains in New Hampshire

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