| The legendary Rocky Mountains stretch from New | | | | The summer months are fairly warm, with the |
| Mexico up through the United States and into | | | | average temperature reaching 82 degrees Fahrenheit. |
| Canada. The Rocky Mountains are over 3000 miles | | | | January is the coldest month, with an average |
| long, spanning parts of Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, | | | | temperature of 7 degrees Fahrenheit. The year-round |
| Montana, and Wyoming before continuing into | | | | average temperature is a brisk 43 degrees, a perfect |
| Canada. Stories of early adventurers like Lewis and | | | | temperature for many outdoor activities. |
| Clark exploring the Rocky Mountains are legendary. | | | | Just about everyone will find something to enjoy on |
| The majestic Rocky Mountains are a major tourist | | | | a Rocky Mountain vacation. Aside from all of the |
| destination in the western United States. Visitors can | | | | great outdoor activities, the Rockies have a number |
| participate in a number of activities, including hiking, | | | | of other attractions as well. The Telluride Film Festival |
| skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, and many | | | | is a prestigious yearly event that attracts some of |
| more. The Rockies are home to several | | | | the biggest stars in Hollywood to a small Colorado |
| campgrounds, ghost towns, gold prospecting sites, | | | | town. Many Smoky Mountain resorts offer spa |
| and national parks. Some of the biggest tourist | | | | treatments and other relaxing diversions. |
| attractions in the Rockies are Pike's Peak and Royal | | | | There is a plethora of lodging options in the Rocky |
| Gorge. There are several world famous national parks | | | | Mountains. Travelers can camp, visit RV parks, stay in |
| in the Rockies, including Yellowstone, Rocky Mountain, | | | | hotels or ski resorts, or lodge in unique cabins and |
| Grand Teton, and Glacier. | | | | chalets. Vacationers on any type of budget will be |
| The Rockies are a tourist attraction all year round. | | | | able to find an affordable place to stay. |