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They aren't! Most deserts in the United States are located on the western side of the Rocky Mountains or eastern side of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. The Sierras block Pacific moisture from reaching inland, creating a rain shadow.

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Q: Why are the deserts located on the eastern side of the Rocky Mountains?
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