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The United States is one of the most geographically diverse nations on Earth. Between its two coasts are rugged mountains, vast deserts and plains, the Grand Canyon and the heavily forest Pacific Northwest.

Northeast

The geography of Northeastern United States contains the rugged coastline of Maine, the island of Manhattan and the rolling hills of the Appalachian Mountains. See more »

Southeast

The geography of the Southeastern United States is quite diverse -- from the swamps of Louisiana to the everglades in Florida. Explore this varied landscape in the articles in this channel. See more »

Midwest

The geography of Midwestern United States is quite varied and contains the following great lakes: Lake Huron, Lake Michigan, Lake Erie and Lake Superior. See more »

Southwest

The geography of the Southwestern United States is rugged and diverse. Discover all of the states within the southwest, including Arizona, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas. See more »

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West

The geography of Western United States encompasses California's major cities to the volcanic islands of Hawaii and the Rocky Mountains in Colorado. See more »

Physical Features

The physical features of the United States range from deserts & valleys to national parks & landmarks. Learn about the Grand Canyon and other famous areas. See more »

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Geography of New Hampshire

New Hampshire, one of the New England states of the United States. It is bounded on the north by the Canadian province of Quebec; on the east by Maine and the Atlantic Ocean; on the south by Massachusetts; and on the west by Vermont.

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National Monuments

Fossil beds, ancient ruins and war monuments are just a few historic landmarks you'll explore on our National Monuments page. Find unique vacation spots, indulge your curiosity and learn some history as you plan your next trip.

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Geography of San Antonio

San Antonio, Texas, the seat of Bexar County. It lies in south-central Texas on gently rolling plains, some 600 to 800 feet (180 to 240 m) above sea level.