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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
Islands and Coastal Regions
Lakes and Swamps
Mountains and Ranges
National Parks and Landmarks
Rivers and Waterways
Other

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 »

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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 »

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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 »

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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 »

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National Parks and Landmarks

The United States is famous for its dedication to its national parks and monuments. Explore sites like the Grand Canyon and historical landmarks like the Washington Monument. See more »

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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 »

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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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Connecticut River, the longest river in New England. It rises in New Hampshire, flows south between that state and Vermont, crosses western Massachusetts and central Connecticut, and empties into Long Island Sound.