Step 1 : Introduction to the question "This mountain range is often referred to as the "American Alps." "
...Cascade Range Mountain range in North America The Cascade Range or Cascades is a major mountain range of western North America, extending from southern British Columbia through Washington and Oregon to Northern California. Wikipedia Highest point: Mount Rainier Did you know: Rainier (14,410 ft/4,392 m), in Mount Rainier National Park, is the highest point in the Cascades; Mt.