Are you hoping to get away and just have a moment’s peace? We here at Add To Bucket List understand that. Many travel experts agree that there’s something that’s undeniably peaceful about spending time out in the wilderness, exploring the many mountain ranges in the U.S. Whether you favor the rugged, snow-capped peaks of the awesome Alaska Range or the “foggy-topped” Great Smoky Mountains, there are quite a few choices.  

Many mountain ranges have exceptional hiking and even more memorable scenic views. To help you in making a decision, we have come up with a few contenders. So lace up your hiking boots, fill your water bottle and prepare to venture out to see some of the most breathtaking places the United States has to offer. Here then, are 13 beautiful U.S. mountain ranges. 

1.  The Rocky Mountains

Also known as The Rockies, the famous Rocky Mountains span an area of 3,000 miles across North America. This major mountain range stretches from Canada to New Mexico. The front range includes the well-known Rocky Mountain National Park.

The park itself is 415 square miles in size. It features 300 miles of hiking trails. The gorgeous Grand Teton National Park is also a part of this range.