The Southern Rockies, Middle Rockies, Northern Rockies, Canadian Rockies, and the Brooks Range divide the Rocky Mountains. The Southern Rockies run from New Mexico to Colorado. The peaks in the Southern Rockies range from 6 thousand feet to more than 50 peaks over 14 thousand feet. The Middle Rockies contain the majestic Tetons and it transitions to the Northern Rockies. There is a national forest within the Northern Rockies. The Canadian Rockies runs across the interior ranges and the plateaus of British Columbia. The climate in the Rocky Mountains differentiate 35 degrees Fahrenheit from the Great Plains. Vertical zonation (distribution of organisms, vegetation, and soils by altitude) and latitude characterize the Rocky Mountains.
The Rocky Mountains
Tourism and recreation are two main contributors to the Rocky Mountains' economy. People love the view as well as the hiking and climbing. There are national parks, ski resorts, and Front Range cities. Tourism is good, but also bad. Although many people get to visit areas where local extractive economies have failed, too many events and people can damage the environment. California is also a tourist place. Many people visit Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Francisco, and other cities. Hollywood is one of the most famous places to visit in California. Also, many events are held there which brings many people.
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