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

Deserts and Valleys

The United States deserts and valleys include the brightly colored rock formations of the Painted Desert and Imperial Valley. Learn more about the deserts and valleys in the United States. See more »

Islands and Coastal Regions

The islands and coastal regions of the United States range from the island of Martha's Vineyard to the rocky island of Alcatraz. See more »

Lakes and Swamps

From Lake Michigan to the Okefenokee Swamp in Louisiana the United States lakes and swamps are vary in size and location. See more »

Mountains and Ranges

The mountain ranges in the United States are as varied as they are famous. Explore the Rocky Mountains, the Appalachian Mountains and other mountain ranges. See more »

Rivers and Waterways

Rivers and waterways of the United States vary greatly in size and significance -- from the Willamette River in Oregon to the Hudson River in New York. See more »

Other

Explore some of the other famous physical geographical features of the United States, including Glacier National Park to Niagara Falls. See more »

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The Cumberland Gap

Cumberland Gap, a pass through the Cumberland Mountains near the point where Kentucky, Tennessee, and Virginia meet.

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The Missouri River

Missouri River, one of the largest rivers in North America and a chief tributary of the Mississippi.

The All-American Canal

All-American Canal, an irrigation canal in southern California. Imperial Dam near Yuma, Arizona, diverts water from the Colorado River into the canal, which runs generally westward for 80 miles (130 km) through the Imperial Valley.