The most beautiful mountain destinations in the United States

Not all of us have the pleasure of living in big u.s cities like Seattle, Denver, and Los Angelos, where mountain views are part of the daily routine. Most of us will have to travel to fill up with these scenic natural creations, which were formed as a result of the Earth's tectonic plates crashing together. 

Best Mountain Towns to Visit in the USA

Mountain views rising steeply from a flat landscape can provide inspiration, respite from everyday life, eye candy, and not to mention, a wide variety of outdoor activities. With that in mind, here are the best mountain getaways in the United States, where remoteness and even a bit of inaccessibility lure. But don't worry - they all come with great cities to base themselves in order to catch some local culture and eat as well.

In this subject, we will answer those Quetions:

1. Where are the prettiest mountains in the United States? 
2. What is the most beautiful mountain range in the United States? 
3. Where is the best place to vacation in the mountains? 
4. What place has the most beautiful mountains? 
5. Which mountain has the best view? 
6. What is the most visited mountain in the United States?

Asheville, North Carolina

With just over 87,000 residents, this popular and, yes, progressive city in North Carolina is conveniently located between Blue Ridge and the Great Smoky Mountains. It offers an exceptional arts and music scene (think Friday night drum circles), superb locavore restaurants, more than two dozen breweries, and a hint of Gilded Age glamor (photo of the oft-visited Biltmore Castle). 

Visitors to Asheville can spend the day admiring the sights of the surrounding trails and rivers, then come back to explore the Downtown Art District, which is filled with galleries, museums, and artist studios. There's even an edible park planted with berries, fruit trees, herbs and vegetables, all free for consumption.

Hanalei, Hawaii

Hawaii's northernmost island, Kauai, nicknamed Garden Isle, has no shortage of memorable viewpoints. The island's main gathering place is a small town called Hanalei, a Hawaiian word for "lei-making." Nestled between dramatic cliffs, a beautiful crescent beach, and the Hanalei River, the town offers opportunities for hiking, kayaking, swimming, snorkeling, and surfing.

 And with an old-world Hawaiian vibe, it's no wonder many artists have opened galleries here as well, setting up shops in charming storefronts that invite entry. Meals range from food-truck tacos to fresh sushi, and most tend to gather nightly at Hanalei Pavilion to watch the sunset.

Hood River, Oregon

The pretty harbor community of Hood River – a popular weekend getaway for Portlanders – is located where the Hood River meets the mighty Columbia River, and offers visitors spectacular views of snow-capped Mount Hood. 

Not only is it a place for skiers in the winter, but in the summer people from all over the world flock to Hood River Gorge to go windsurfing (it is said to have originated here). History nuts can check out dozens of pioneer-era buildings downtown (many are even listed on the National Register of Historic Places). 

The town also offers shopping, galleries, farm-to-table restaurants, craft farms, craft breweries, and wine tasting with the Hood River Vineyards that give Oregon's Willamette Valley a run for its money.

Hood River, Oregon

The pretty harbor community of Hood River – a popular weekend getaway for Portlanders – is located where the Hood River meets the mighty Columbia River, and offers visitors spectacular views of snow-capped Mount Hood. 

Not only is it a place for skiers in the winter, but in the summer people from all over the world flock to Hood River Gorge to go windsurfing (it is said to have originated here). History nuts can check out dozens of pioneer-era buildings downtown (many are even listed on the National Register of Historic Places).

 The town also offers shopping, galleries, farm-to-table restaurants, craft farms, craft breweries, and wine tasting with the Hood River Vineyards that give Oregon's Willamette Valley a run for its money.

Jackson Hole, Wyoming

Jackson Hole, located at the gateway to Grand Teton National Park, Yellowstone National Park and the National Elk Refuge, welcomes millions of visitors each year.

 The area is flanked by the vast Teton and Gros Ventre mountain ranges, a series of rugged peaks that offer great skiing in the winter and great hiking in the summer, as well as wildlife sightings amid miles of open space. 

New hotels, spas, performance venues and world-class restaurants exude a bit of opulence in the town, but the community itself remains true to its cowboy roots. Additionally, through a community commitment to sustainability, Jackson Hole is often recognized for its respect for the environment. Ladies, it is also a getaway from popular girls due to an attractive male-female ratio.

Lake Placid, New York

Despite its name, the Village of Lake Placid is actually on Lake Mirror, one of the most beautiful lakes in the Adirondacks. (The village's namesake is just north of town.) It's easy to see why this is one of the oldest vacation spots in the country. 

Downhill and cross-country skiing have always been popular activities (after all, Lake Placid was the site of the 1932 and 1980 Winter Olympics), but the area sees the majority of its visitors during the summer months when people come to swim, hike, bike and kayak. 

A variety of hotels, restaurants and shops line Main Street, and unique cultural events take place throughout the year, including Songs at Mirror Lake, a free concert series that runs from July to August .

Sitka, Alaska

Little known to most Americans, this quaint Alaskan town near Juneau was part of Russia until 1867, when it was purchased from the Americans. Next to the Pacific Ocean on the west coast of Baranof Island, Sitka is a hidden gem with small forested islands and snow-capped mountains, including the impressive Mount Edgecumbe, an extinct volcano similar to Mount Fuji in Japan. 

The arrival is part of the adventure because the destination is only accessible by air or sea. Sitka National Historical Park isn't big, but it's rich in history and there's plenty to do, including hiking trails, interpretive walks, carving demonstrations and ethnographic exhibits, for n to name a few. There's even a Junior Ranger program for kids. And in town, Sitka offers restaurants, pubs, and remnants of Sitka's Russian heritage.

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