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Posted in USA September 08, 2019 by Beth

18 Majestic U.S. Mountain Views That Will Leave You In Awe

America’s landscape would be completely different without the presence of mountains. From the towering Rockies to the Jagged Tetons and gently rolling Blue Ridge Mountains, these landscapes provide us with a sense of presence and beauty. This inexplicable draw to the mountains is just one of many reasons why we’re so fortunate to call America our home. The following photographs of U.S. mountain views are simply extraordinary, and they may just inspire you to visit them in person:

1. The gorgeous Maroon Bells from Aspen, Colorado.

2. Mountain goats making their way up the Rocky Mountains of Colorado.

3. The Great Smoky Mountains, which is the portion of the Appalachian Range in Tennessee.

4. The iconic Grand Tetons of Wyoming as seen from Grand Teton National Park.

5. Another vision of the Grand Tetons covered in snow.

6. The pristine peaks from Glacier National Park in Montana.

7. Another gorgeous vista from Glacier National Park.

8. The descent form Mt. Whitney of the Sierra Nevada Range in California.

9.New Hampshire's Mount Washington is also part of the Appalachian Range and towers over 6,000 feet above sea level.

10. The portion of the Rocky Mountains known as the San Juan range is located in southwestern Colorado and northwestern New Mexico.

11. A breathtaking array of fall foliage on the Catskill Mountains in New York.

12. The Wasatch Mountain Range is the portion of the Rockies that can be found in Utah and Idaho.

13. A striking vision of Mt. Olympus as seen from Mt. Olympus National Park in Washington.

14. The enchanting San Gabriel Mountains of southern California.

15. A breathtaking picture of Denali, Alaska's prized peak that's also the tallest in North America.

16. The picturesque Guadalupe National Park, which contains the highest point in Texas.

17. A sunrise over Shenandoah National Park in western Virginia.

18. Last but not least, a stunning vision of Crater Lake in Oregon.

What did you think of the above photographs? Be sure to share your thoughts with us! You might also enjoy reading about The One Jaw-Dropping Place In The U.S. That Will Blow You Away.

Beth

A lifelong Virginia resident, Beth loves exploring different parts of the world and currently resides in Alexandria. She holds a degree in English Literature and one of her short stories has been featured in the Shenandoah Review. Other interests include hiking, songwriting, and spending time in the mountains.