Four Main Land Regions of Colorado
- Rocky Mountains: Central spine dividing the state; highest peaks, Continental Divide.
- Western Slope: West of the Rockies; high mesas, canyons, Colorado Plateau, parks like Mesa Verde and Black Canyon of the Gunnison.
- Eastern Plains: East of the Rockies; flat to rolling high plains, home to Denver, Colorado Springs, Pueblo.
- San Luis Valley: South-central high mountain valley between Sangre de Cristo and San Juan Mountains; agriculture, ranching, scenic beauty.