The Rocky Mountain Range is a major mountain range in the United States. The Rocky Mountains stretch almost 3,000 miles from the Yukon in western Canada to New Mexico in the southern United States. The Rocky Mountains are the longest mountain range in North America. The highest peak in the Rocky Mountains is Mount Elbert in Colorado, which has an elevation of 14,440 feet. The Rocky Mountains are home to a variety of wildlife, including bears, elk, and moose. The Rocky Mountains are also a popular tourist destination.