Top 10 largest US states by area

There are many countries in the world: big and small. But there are states that are in many ways larger than all the others. For example: Russia, Canada, China, USA. We will talk about the last country. Or rather, about its regions or states, of which there are exactly 50. It is logical that they differ from each other in their size. In this article, you will find out which are the largest US states by area.

10 Wyoming | Area: 253 square meters. km

If you look at the map, you will see that this state, which opens the top of the largest US regions by area, has the shape of a regular rectangle. The fact is that its borders are marked by certain latitudes and meridians. Wyoming is a mountainous region of the United States. The highest point in the state is Gannet Peak (4202 meters). The remaining mountains rise no more than 2000 meters. The sources of the Mississippi, Colorado and Columbia rivers originate in this state. The main attraction of Wyoming is Yellowstone National Park, which is visited by a million tourists every year from all over the world. The state is rich in gas, coal, oil and uranium.

9. Oregon | Area: 255 sq. km.

The state, which is one of the largest regions of the United States by area, is located on the Pacific coast. Located in a mountainous area. The highest point in Oregon is Mount Hood (3427 meters). The deepest lake in the United States – Crater – is located in this state. For tourists, the cities of Portland and Salem will be the most suitable. After all, they have many parks, gardens and various museums. Nature lovers can admire the deepest canyon in the country – Hell, the Jefferson Mountains and the peaks of the Three Sisters.

8. Colorado | Area: 269 sq. km.

Another mountainous region on our list of the largest US states by area. Archaeologists have determined that people already lived here more than 10 years ago. Even their rock dwellings have been preserved. The name of the state was given by the river of the same name, so named because of the red-brown silt at its bottom. If at the beginning of the 000th century the lands of Colorado were practically uninhabited, then with the presence of gold here, everything changed in an instant. In the early 19s, the population of the state was 30. There is a lot to see in this region: numerous parks, museums and war memorials will be of interest to tourists.

7. Nevada | Area: 286 sq. km.

Nevada is the driest region in the US. Most of the state is occupied by the Cordillera mountain system, whose height exceeds 3,5 km, and the rest is semi-desert. The highest point in the region is Mount Boundari Peak (4005 meters). In the south of Nevada, considered one of the largest US states in terms of area, the Mojave Desert is located.

Due to the low amount of rainfall in the region, rivers and lakes often dry up here.

The territory bears the unofficial nickname “Silver State”, since in 1859, silver deposits were found here. It was then that numerous gold diggers, robbers and adventurers came here. Tourists should visit Las Vegas – one of the most famous cities in the world. It is famous for its casinos and other gambling establishments. Here is a copy of the Eiffel Tower.

For the comfort of the traveler, he will be offered a choice of many luxury hotels and hotels. Nature lovers will choose excursions to parks and mountains. And extreme people – rock climbing and skiing.

6. Arizona | Area: 295 sq. km.

The relief of Arizona is varied. It is an alternation of mountains and deserts, which smoothly turn into a plateau. The state has a unique forest of yellow pines. And the Sonoran Desert is considered one of the most “living” on the planet: there is a lot of flora and fauna. In the northwest of the state there is a desert with sparse vegetation – the Mojave.

Arizona attracts many tourists with the presence of the Grand Canyon, which is considered one of the main natural wonders of the world. Also on the territory of the region you can see with your own eyes a trace of a meteorite: a crater in the form of a huge funnel is located in the center of the Colorado Plateau.

Art lovers will appreciate the Museum of Painting (Phoenix), which contains 18 exhibits from around the world. Learn more about Native American art at the Head Museum, also located in the capital of the state, which ranks sixth in the list of the largest regions in the United States by area.

5. New Mexico | Area: 315 sq. km.

One of the most beautiful states in the USA. It has even been called the “Land of Enchantment”. The region will provide an opportunity to admire dense forests, river canyons and mountains. In New Mexico, which occupies the middle of the top of the largest US states in terms of area, you can visit the village of Taos Pueblo, which is part of the reservation. The Indians living there have preserved their customs and built dwellings that are no different from the buildings of their ancestors who lived 100-200 years ago. The state attracts astronomy enthusiasts due to the presence of 10 remote observatories.

4. Montana | Area: 351 sq. km.

It is in this state that the source of the Missouri River is located and one of the highest Rocky Mountains – Grand Peak, 3904 meters high. In the bowels of the region there are such minerals as coal, oil, gas, gold, silver, lead, silver. That is why the unofficial name of Montana is the “treasure state”. Tourists will be interested in picturesque forests and waterfalls, majestic mountains and glaciers located in the state. A part of Yellowstone Park passes through here and there is a bison sanctuary. In the cities of the state, which ranks 4th in the list of the largest regions in the United States by area, mansions and churches of the 19th century have been preserved.

3. California | Area: 423 sq. km.

California is the most populous state in the US by area. Famous cities such as San Francisco, San Diego and Los Angeles are located in this region. The weather here is very unpredictable. The population is distinguished by its variegated composition. California is the leader among other US regions in terms of GDP. The state has developed information technology, agriculture and oil production. The region, which took bronze in the ranking of the largest US states by area, is known for the presence of Silicon Valley here – the concentration of the largest American companies involved in computer technology.

2. Texas | Area: 696 sq. km.

The state of Texas, which ranks second in the ranking of the largest US regions in terms of area, is a leader in agriculture and oil production. The main financial center of the country. The region is famous for its abundance of rivers. All of them are included in the Gulf of Mexico basin. The Rio Grande and Brazos are the deepest rivers in Texas. Tourists should visit the city of Dallas, because there is a famous arts district, where museums, parks, galleries and gardens are collected. The city of Houston has many universities, while travelers will find many cultural and entertainment facilities in San Antonio.

1. Alaska | Area: 1 sq. km.

The northernmost US state becomes the leader in the ranking of the largest regions of the country in terms of area. Separated from the rest of the mainland by Canada. It occupies the territory of the Alaska Peninsula and the Aleutian Islands. It is also the smallest US state in terms of population. Washed by the waters of two oceans: Pacific and Atlantic. Tourists are drawn here by amazing nature, an abundance of lakes and rivers. There are several large mountain ranges here. And McKinley is the highest mountain in America! Its height is 6 meters. Alaska is a region with volcanic activity, rich in gold, oil, coal and gas.