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The landscape of the West

The West is home to the great diversity of geographic features. The Rocky Mountains in the eastern part of the region have snow covered peaks. Rivers, plains, and deserts also make up the region. There are glaciers in Alaska and volcanoes in Hawaii. The Pacific Ocean borders the western part of the continental United States. The West is known for its vast and varied landscapes.

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map of the west coast

The West

Which states make up the West?

Washington, Oregon, California, Arizona, Nevada, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Utah, New Mexico, Hawaii, and Alaska form the West.