About this crossword
A U.S. geography crossword for adults: the biggest and smallest states, the longest river, the highest peaks, the Great Lakes and a few state capitals. Keep a map handy, or test yourself without one.
16 clues, 7 across and 9 down, on a 17×14 grid; the longest answer has 11 letters and the shortest 5.
Did you know?
- Alaska has more coastline than all the other states combined.
- Lake Superior holds about a tenth of all the fresh surface water on Earth.
- Four Corners is the only place where four states meet: Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico and Utah.
Questions
Can I use a map?
Of course. Solving with an atlas open is a fine way to learn, and the answer key on page two shows every answer.
How do I make the U.S. geography crossword easier?
Download the PDF with a word bank: it lists all 16 answers, from Alaska to Whitney, so solvers match each one to its clue. The answer key is on page two.