Alaska -

It is the only state to contain the northernmost, westernmost, and easternmost points in the U.S. (the latter due to the Aleutian Islands crossing the 180th meridian into the Eastern Hemisphere).

Alaska is home to 17 of the 20 tallest peaks in the U.S., including Mount Denali , the highest point in North America at 20,310 feet. Alaska

The state contains an estimated 3 million lakes and over 100,000 glaciers , which cover about 5% of its surface. It is the only state to contain the

Alaska is roughly , making it larger than Texas, California, and Montana combined. Its vastness creates unique geographical records: including Mount Denali