Ring vs. Rang vs. Rung. You can tell when to use ring, rang, or rung by whether you need the present, past, or past participle (used with has or have) form. I always ring the bell after I knock. He rings twice before entering.
The rocky mountains passes through six states. The six US states  are: New Mexico, Utah, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming.
Geologic Provinces of the United States: Rocky Mountains Rocky Mountain System The Rockies form a majestic mountain barrier that stretches from Canada through central New Mexico.