List of mountain ranges of Utah facts for kids
Utah is a state in the western United States, famous for its stunning and diverse landscapes. From towering peaks to vast plateaus, mountains are a huge part of what makes Utah special. These amazing landforms shape the state's weather, provide homes for wildlife, and offer incredible places for outdoor adventures.
Utah's mountains are part of larger systems like the Rocky Mountains and the Basin and Range Province. They create beautiful scenery and are important for everything from water supply to recreation. This article will help you discover some of the most important and interesting mountain ranges in Utah.
Discovering Utah's Mountain Ranges
Utah is home to many mountain ranges, each with its own unique features and history. Here is an alphabetical list of some of the named mountain ranges you can find across the state:
- Abajo Mountains
- Antelope Range (Iron County, Utah)
- Antelope Range (Juab County, Utah)
- Antelope Range (Sevier County, Utah)
- Aquarius Plateau (also known as * Boulder Mountain)
- Bear River Mountains (also known as Bear River Range)
- Beaver Dam Mountains
- Beaver Lake Mountains
- Black Mountains (Utah)
- Blue Spring Hills
- Buckskin Mountains (Arizona-Utah)
- Bull Valley Mountains
- Burbank Hills
- Canyon Mountains
- Cedar Mountains (Iron County, Utah)
- Cedar Mountains (Tooele County, Utah)
- Confusion Range
- Conger Range
- Crawford Mountains
- Cricket Mountains
- Deep Creek Mountains
- Drum Mountains
- Dugway Range
- East Tintic Mountains
- Escalante Mountains
- Fish Lake Plateau
- Fish Springs Range
- Gilson Mountains
- Goose Creek Mountains
- Grassy Mountains
- Grouse Creek Mountains
- Hansel Mountains
- Harmony Mountains
- Henry Mountains
- Hogup Mountains
- House Range
- Indian Peak Range
- La Sal Mountains
- Lake Mountains
- Lakeside Mountains
- Mahogany Mountains (near the Nevada Border)
- Markagunt Plateau
- Mineral Mountains (Utah)
- Moccasin Mountains
- Monte Cristo Range (Utah)
- Mountain Home Range
- Needle Mountains (Nevada-Utah)
- Newfoundland Mountains
- Onaqui Mountains
- Oquirrh Mountains
- Pavant Range
- Pilot Range
- Pine Valley Mountains
- Promontory Mountains
- Raft River Mountains
- Red Mountains (Utah) (also a Red Mountains (Wyoming))
- Rubber Mountains
- San Francisco Mountains (Utah)
- San Pitch Mountains
- Sheeprock Mountains
- Silver Island Range, Utah
- Simpson Mountains
- Stansbury Mountains
- Star Range
- Swasey Mountain (the north section of the House Range)
- Tavaputs Plateau (including * Roan Cliffs)
- Traverse Ridge
- Thomas Range
- Tunnel Springs Mountains
- Tushar Mountains
- Uinta Mountains
- Valley Mountains
- Wah Wah Mountains
- Wasatch Plateau
- Wasatch Range
- Wellsville Mountains
- West Hills (Box Elder County, Utah)
- West Hills (Juab County, Utah)
Famous Peaks and Natural Wonders
Many of Utah's mountain ranges are home to famous peaks, beautiful wilderness areas, and unique natural features. These spots are popular for hiking, camping, and enjoying the outdoors.
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